Freelance Work ?

Inspired via iman gadzhi , i have been trying to learn web development and digital Marketing mostly wordpress from past 2 months. ani i am looking out to get some freelance works. I have tried upwork, fiverr but its not working for me. Teta i think you will have to get more reviews inorder to get some work (not sure). Also i want to help out local businesses firstly so i am mostly seeking out for local person. But the hurdle is i am an introvert and dont have many personal connections.

Can anyone give me insights on how to get my first client ? Also please share your story on how you got your first freelance works . Interested in hearing out personal journey stories.