May 27, 2020 08:13:59 AM Edited May 27, 2020 08:16:09 AM by Adriana T
Hi everyone,
I'm Adri, newly upworker!
I don't use this platform frequently since I don't have connects to propose bid on projects.
Is there another way to work here, without being through connects? (I can't invest in them yet)
My question is ... should I close my account on this platform?
I read you!
Nice day to the community!
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May 27, 2020 10:05:23 AM by Bojan S
Hi Adriana,
Submitting a proposal has a financial cost, just like the other expenses you incur as a freelancer running your own business. Freelancer Basic plan doesn't include free connects so you'll need to purchase them if you'd like to send proposals. If you aren’t able to use a credit card or prepaid card or you don’t have an Upwork balance, in many cases you’ll be able to use PayPal. To see the options available to you, click here.
Thank you!
May 27, 2020 10:05:23 AM by Bojan S
Hi Adriana,
Submitting a proposal has a financial cost, just like the other expenses you incur as a freelancer running your own business. Freelancer Basic plan doesn't include free connects so you'll need to purchase them if you'd like to send proposals. If you aren’t able to use a credit card or prepaid card or you don’t have an Upwork balance, in many cases you’ll be able to use PayPal. To see the options available to you, click here.
Thank you!
May 27, 2020 12:13:12 PM by Adriana T
Oh ok!
Thanks for your answer.
I supposed it was going to be that way, but was asking just in case there was another posibilty.
Have a nice day!
Jul 8, 2020 07:56:34 AM by Marina M
Hello there,
I am a new member as well, and I would like to ask for some tips maybe on how to get clients. I have four proposals so far, but no responses and a few hours have gone by.
Can you let me know If I can somehow improve my profile?
Kind regards,
Marina
Aug 13, 2020 06:10:51 AM by Charles A
Hi Marina,
I am a new member as well and looking for advice from current upworkers. Did you advance with any job through the platform? Looking forward to connect with you and learn more.
Thanks,
Charles
Aug 13, 2020 09:26:37 AM by Michael J
Hi Marina,
I apologize for the delay in response. I reviewed your profile and you are off to a good start. I have a few suggestions for you:
Here are some additional tips for writing a great Overview.
I hope this helps!
Jan 27, 2021 08:25:38 AM by Raisa C
Hello there,
I am a new member as well. Could you tell me how I can get more connects to apply to more jobs on Upwork?
Thank you,
Raisa
Jan 27, 2021 11:40:51 AM by Bojan S
Hi Raisa,
If you feel like you need more Connects to send more proposals, feel free to purchase more. This can vary based on your location, but all Upwork users will be able to purchase Connects with a credit card or prepaid card. If you aren't able to use a credit card or prepaid card or you don't have an Upwork balance, in many cases you'll be able to use PayPal. Check the options available to you and learn more about the acceptable billing methods for paying memberships.
Happy working!
Apr 28, 2021 09:07:30 AM by Samson K
Apr 28, 2021 09:27:04 AM by Marina M
Aug 13, 2020 07:23:48 PM by Amanda L
Marina M wrote:Hello there,
I am a new member as well, and I would like to ask for some tips maybe on how to get clients. I have four proposals so far, but no responses and a few hours have gone by.
Can you let me know If I can somehow improve my profile?
Kind regards,
Marina
Hi Marina, your profile is confusing. You say you're a VA then you're a technical writer. You need to pick which one you are and write your profile to sell that service. Right now your profile is very confusing and I can't really tell what you do. Your specialized profile for technical writing talks about VA work, which is not technical writing. I think you probably aren't getting proposals because you're presenting yourself in a confusing way. Successful freelancers understand exactly which field they are in and market themselves in a targeted fashion in that specific field or niche.
Apr 28, 2021 09:20:00 AM by Marina M
Apr 28, 2021 09:05:27 AM by Samson K