Tips for finding that first job

[AndreaG]

Hi all,

Welcome to the Upwork Community! We know landing that first contract can be challenging, so we built Upwork Academy and threads like this to help you get started. With a lot of resources and so little time, we wanted to put together some recommendations for you to check out first:

• New to Upwork: Finding Work
• Identifying and communicating your value
• Creating a proposal that wins work

Do you have a specific question or maybe a tip to offer? Reply to this post and share your question, advice, or words of inspiration!

[0e45d9ba]

i m interested to work with you sir. this is my first experience and i have a lot of financial issues and very very anxious these days because Easter is coming and i have very little to spend on kids shopping.plz help me getting some work,i will be highly obliged. with best regards. sharmeen

[giopasquale]

Hi Shurmeen, I don't have extra work at the moment but I sent you a friend request and if there is an opportunity in the future I will send you a message

[m_terrazas]

This is not a place to ask for a job.
If you really want to achieve something here, you must create a good profile. What you have now is nothing and will only attract the attention of scammers.
The photo must be of you, nothing else is allowed.
Go to Academia, in the links in the header, and read the links in the main post.

[8b62f211]

hello sir, just created my account. Im wondering if you have any work that I could handle as a beginner? Thank you so much

[giopasquale]

Hi Kristel, I don't have extra work at the moment but if you make your profile public, it will allow me to add you as a friend on upwork. That way if I do have extra work in the future I can contact you

[ada2422d]

Hy sir I am new here I need job kindly you help me I give you :hundred_points: Accuracy . I request you

[ada2422d]

Sir check my profile if any thing missing here to Attract client kindly inform me

[d3b78367]

Hi Gio, nice to meet you.

Let me learn from you as I am a newbie here.

Thanks in advance,
Hanny

[1d829129]

Hello,

May you tell me more about the type of work the client want

Regards

[38c05db5]

Hello I'm Eldana and I'm looking for as an entry level job. I've dedications to do any work.

[fece0a74]

Similarly to the situations of Shurmeen S and Kristel A, if you have any tasks related to electrical work, programming PLC HMI, data entry in Google Spreadsheets, or any other tasks, I am quick to assist with a variety of responsibilities. I am available for work, despite having a new account on Upwork, while also bringing experience from the local market

[lisa_tauferner]

Hi Gio, I have over 2 years VA / digital marketing with over 8 years of project management so happy to stay on your list if you have overflow on projects. Thanks! -Lisa

[d6a434d4]

Hi Gio, nice to connect with you. I'm new to upwork, but I have around 7 years of experience in various projects - technical writing, grants, social media writing, business proposals, and news articles. I've been in the clinical research space, but I'm a creative at heart so I'm flexible. Currently in medical school. I'd love to land my first gig on upwork, so please stay in touch if there's anything you could send my way 🙂 -Crystal

[14e71cd4]

Am Frances Ngozika, thanks for having me here 

[4d172b10]

HEY! I am Ghazala. 

[b7e19092]

hi my name is Anasta iam expert in ms excell, word, typewriting at 50 words per minute a consultant in business administration, virtual admin services as well as public relations, i am new in upwork so far i havent gotten any job for startup, i will be glad if i find any to start me up.

regards

[2adcb183]

Hello,

I am CA Finalist and Microsoft Excel & Word Expert having 3.5 years experience of working with well known Clients.I made Upwork account on 29 Feb 2024. My profile is 100% complete.I have also created two Specialized profiles in addition to General profile.
I have made total 6 proposals till now.out of which only 2 viewed by client.
I am not sure where i am lacking. I try my best to write proposal relevant to the job.
Need your Advice and Suggestions please. It's getting very difficult for me to get the 1st Order.

Thanks and Regards

Hasnain Ali

[8fe8b754]

Hello everyone! My name is Mekete Getachew and I am excited to introduce myself as a newbie in the world of freelancing. Looking for entry level positions, I hope to gain experience in this field. I am confident that with my determination and knowledge, I can become a successful freelancer.

[3c83b3c7]

How do i get to land on my first contract faster.

[ca883c38]

Hello, I'm Jesús, a very proud Mexican, I love my country.

I am new here, I have had many, many conflicts to configure the account, unfortunately the complete procedure to have the profile 100% is quite obscure and not at all clear, but not the procedure for purchasing CONNECTS (without seeming to complain).

Anyway, I will continue trying to get my first contract.

A hug.

[85d7cdb6]

I am new here, kindly help me on how to get a job you can also review my profile 

[69442bf1]

Hello here my name is akeyo marion. a hotelier, a virtual assistant, receiptionist with experience and recipe organiser. please help know how to write my portfolio for me to earn a job. 

It is my humble request that i get to be helped on matters concerning work, profile editting and what to be do done to attract clients 

[69442bf1]

Hi, how can I build a portfolio and am new here I've never landed on a job

[4b58dada]

Hola, soy principiante pero con muchos deseos de EMPEZAR A TRABAJAR. No sé cómo obtener tener los "Conects". Y cómo alcanzar el 100% de mi Perfil.  Si alguien me puede ayudar, estará muy agradecida. Bendiciones para todos!!

[1d5fd872]

Subject: Professional Translator Seeking Opportunities

Dear Hiring Manager,

I hope this message finds you well. My name is  Ben Maniar, and I am a professional translator with a strong command of  English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Brazilian, and Arabic Your Language and a track record of high-quality, timely work.

Over the years, I have honed my skills in various settings, translating documents ranging from technical manuals to literary works. My commitment to preserving the original tone and meaning of the source material, while ensuring the translation is culturally appropriate and easily understood, sets me apart in this field.

I am now looking to bring my skills to the Upwork platform, where I believe I can add significant value to clients like you. I am confident that my expertise in translation, coupled with my dedication to delivering exceptional results, would make me a valuable asset to your project.

I would appreciate the opportunity to further discuss how my background and skills would make me a strong fit for your translation needs. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of working together.

Best regards,

Ben Maniar.

[williamtcooper]

Click the above Academy link for how to land a Job on Upwork.

[1d5fd872]

thank you so much, William, I appreciate it.

[ba17cc8c]

I'm new here please help me find a job and give me some tips on how to start working

[6603b689]

Hi

Will a new freelancer like me have possibility to get clients? Because I am started to desperate in spending connects, complete my profile with all the attachment like video etc, but still have no clients even to visit my profile.

if all they wanted is an experienced one, so we never had a chance but to buy connects ?

[1217af3e]

Hey! I'm new to Upwork and hoping to land my first client. Any advice or tips you could share would be much appreciated! Thanks a lot!

[85cd2831]

Hello am new here am a guy with a passion in reading books and articles in addition to being a self taught reviewer and ready to learn and would appreciate anyone willing to help on the way forward towards garnering that first project.thanks in advance 

[f29100ff]

Hi, I am new to the community, and I would like to know how I know if my profile is verified by Upwork, thank you.

[b07be543]

Hello all 

[9962b8df]

Hi everyone, I hope you all be ok and already working on. This is my first time in this kind of platform. Don´t know how to start, so I totally accept any advise! 

Patricia

[williamtcooper]

Congrats on joining! Click the above Academy link to winning tips.

[4f7e0748]

please give me some advice about how to get the first order in my project.

[williamtcooper]

Please click the above Academy link to learn how to land that first Job.

[ccb4037a]

how to find jobs ? i am new here and i have no idea of all it.

[7c72f2ec]

Please share your tips to get first job on upwork

[bdcbbdad]

New here.

Need tip to get my first freelance jobs