Author
David Otieno
Staff Writer
David writes the guides and help center articles. He trained as an electrical engineer and ran his own repair shop in Kisumu before joining the newsroom.
Published articles (15)
Why we are building Hustler Journal
Hustler Journal is the editorial home of HustlerLink: guides, success stories, safety, and open updates. Here is why we built it and what we promise readers.
5 min read
How an electrical fundi in Rongai doubled his client base in six months
When Brian Kiptoo started doing electrical repairs in Rongai, every client came from word of mouth. Six months after moving his hustle onto HustlerLink, he works six days a week and has hired an assistant.
5 min read
Milestone payments are now available on every job
Big jobs no longer need one big payment. Buyers and workers can now break any job into milestones, each with its own escrow payment and approval.
4 min read
A Kariobangi furniture maker who now sells in three counties
Esther Achieng built custom beds in Kariobangi for fifteen years. HustlerLink put her workshop in front of buyers in three counties and her order book has not been empty since.
5 min read
Verification now includes trade certificates
Verified fundis can now add trade certificates to their profile. Buyers see the qualification level right on the badge, and it changes who gets shortlisted.
4 min read
How escrow protects both the buyer and the worker
Escrow is the reason a first-time buyer can trust a fundi they have never met, and the reason a worker knows the money is already there. Here is exactly how it works on HustlerLink.
4 min read
What to do if the work delivered does not match the brief
If a finished job is not what you agreed on, do not argue it out in the heat of the moment. The dispute process exists for exactly this. Here is how it works and what evidence matters.
David Otieno. 5 min read
Five red flags to check before you pay a deposit
A deposit is normal on many jobs. Losing one does not have to be. These five checks take two minutes and catch most of the problems we see.
David Otieno. 4 min read
Getting started with the HustlerLink API
The HustlerLink REST API lets partners query jobs, workers, and businesses. This walkthrough covers authentication, your first request, and rate limits.
6 min read
How to price your work without underselling yourself
Underquoting keeps you busy and broke. This guide walks through a simple method for setting rates that cover your costs, your time, and your skill.
David Otieno. 6 min read
Registering your small business: a plain-language walkthrough
A registered business can open a bank account, bid for contracts, and sign leases. The process is less scary than most people think. Here is what to expect, step by step.
David Otieno. 6 min read
Terms of Service
What you can expect from HustlerLink and what HustlerLink expects from you. Plain language, no buried clauses.
4 min read
Privacy Policy
We collect the minimum needed to run the platform and the Journal. Here is exactly what that means.
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Cookie Policy
HustlerLink and the Journal use a small number of cookies: your session, your preferences, and nothing else.
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How to write a job post that attracts skilled workers
Vague job posts attract vague quotes. A clear brief gets accurate prices, faster replies, and better work. Here is the format our best buyers use.
David Otieno. 5 min read
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