Exploring the Power of Capterra: How Paid Reviews Became a Gateway to New Possibilities.

alfred olekoiyala
3 min readDec 21, 2023

Discovering opportunities in unexpected places can be a game-changer. My journey into earning on Capterra began when a client hired me to write paid reviews for their software. Little did I know this experience would open doors to a new realm of possibilities.

What Motivated me?

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After receiving payments for reviews, my curiosity was piqued. What if I could explore more on my own?

Motivated by the prospect of independence, I took the plunge and created my account on Capterra.

How Did It Happen?

I started by doing what I knew best — writing genuine customer reviews for the software I had used. The initial steps were uncertain filled with errors and failures. However, perseverance and learning from mistakes eventually helped me grasp the ropes.

My First Success:

I was delighted when I got my first successful transaction — a $30 gift card.

And I was “like” what! The excitement fueled my determination, and the earnings kept growing from there.

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Utilizing Earnings:

While the gift cards were limited to specific places, I went with Amazon.

I found creative ways to utilize them. I used the earnings to shop on Amazon for courses, books, and even surprising friends with thoughtful gifts.

It turned out to be a savvy financial move, redirecting the money that would have gone to those expenses to other projects.

Overcoming Setbacks:

Only some things were smooth sailing. I faced a challenge when I realized I couldn’t withdraw the earnings as cash.

However, resilience kicked in, and I found a solution by redeeming the gift cards and using them to shop on Amazon.

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Reflecting on this journey, I’ve realized that if you have experience using software, Capterra can be a fantastic platform to write honest reviews and earn money.

The experience taught me that freelancing is a tangible path for anyone willing to explore and seize opportunities.

Earning money through freelancing platforms like Capterra is not just a possibility; it’s a reality waiting for us to explore.

The journey might have started with paid reviews, but the lessons learned and the doors opened have been invaluable.

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alfred olekoiyala

Writer/ I talk about making money online and life lessons.