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New to Upwork

I would be grateful if you could give me some further details about how can I success in upwork

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481ba0bc
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My #1 recommendation would be to be honest to potential clients. Tell them if there is a job you cannot do (or parts of a project). It will reflect well on you in the long term. Yes, short term you'll lose out on projects, but if you can't complete them, you probably won't get paid anyways, so...

Upwork, like any freelancing site, is a numbers game. Submit a lot of proposals, in the end - statistically - you'll land one or more. If not, revise your pitch, rates, etc. But don't try to underbid everyone, that makes it worse for everyone involved (even the client).
Be the best at what you do; doesn't just go for Freelance work.

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481ba0bc
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My #1 recommendation would be to be honest to potential clients. Tell them if there is a job you cannot do (or parts of a project). It will reflect well on you in the long term. Yes, short term you'll lose out on projects, but if you can't complete them, you probably won't get paid anyways, so...

Upwork, like any freelancing site, is a numbers game. Submit a lot of proposals, in the end - statistically - you'll land one or more. If not, revise your pitch, rates, etc. But don't try to underbid everyone, that makes it worse for everyone involved (even the client).
Be the best at what you do; doesn't just go for Freelance work.

bingiart
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Hi,
Your profile doesn't have enough information. Make your profile 100% complete.

Take some time and check out these UpWork Free Courses Learning Paths.

Courses: https://community.upwork.com/t5/Courses/tkb-p/Courses

Learning Paths: https://community.upwork.com/t5/Learning-Paths/ct-p/LearningPaths

These courses teach you, How does UpWork work? How to create a profile?, How to stay safe on Upwork? and etc.

 

Also, Check out this community post.

https://community.upwork.com/t5/New-to-Upwork/Welcome-to-the-Upwork-Community/m-p/1224233#M188011

 

If you are not aware of Upwork rules, you can become a target of scammers. There is a high chance that you will make mistakes. Then your account may also be at risk. Don't waste your time and money. At least understand the basic rules. It keeps you safe.

 

Getting a job through connects is not that easy for beginners. Make your profile 100% complete and follow their rules. Then, they give Rising Talent badge and they promote your profile.

Open this link to know more about Rising Talent.

https://support.upwork.com/hc/en-us/articles/211063228-Rising-Talent

 

If you need an answer to any question, search your question first in the community. If you don't get an answer, post your question. Because you will get late reply when you post.

 

I hope this message helps you.

7704069b
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New to Upwork!

How do I get clients and what's the best strategy to protect myself from scammers , especially getting an email from an Upwork member asking me to text the HR on telegram?

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