Tips for finding that first job

[#1]

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!

[#2]

Hello,

I would suggest viewing UpWork's academy videos of New to Upwork 101 and 102. All answers are there and more to help newcomers. I have been on UpWork for 7+ years.

[#3]

Good day! 

I hold licenses as a financial counselor, an assistant unit manager, a bookkeeper, and an experienced accounting clerk. I would be happy to serve as anyone's Accountant on the Go. I am a newbie to this platform but I a'm willing to work for anyone for FREE for 2-3 days to first explore upwork platform. Then, once the client evaluated my work, he/she can decide whether to continue working with me for a fair price. 

I already sent several proposals for FREE, but until now I don't receive any signs of acceptance. Can you help me get my first client so he/she can help me build my profile as well. Thanks a lot! 

Newbie freelancer 

[#4]

Hi, 

I am a newbie to this platform and hoping to land a project/job soon. ❤️ I am hopeful and excited at the same time. 

[#5]

As a new member on Upwork, I must admit that I've encountered challenges in finding clients. Despite my best efforts and eagerness to start working, the initial phase has been met with disappointment as I struggle to secure projects. The lack of client responses or invitations can be disheartening and make me question my abilities. It feels like being stuck in a loop of uncertainty, trying to figure out what I might be doing wrong or what steps I should take next. However, I understand that building a client base takes time and perseverance. I am determined to learn from this experience, adapt my strategies, and continue honing my skills to increase my chances of finding clients and establishing a successful freelance career on Upwork.

[#6]

hi! I came across a profile of this new Upworker by chance, following her practical tips enabled me to earn my first $100. go through her posts and who knows you might get benefitted
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[#7]

Hello, I'm Vanessa, a mother who is currently at home and searching for additional sources of income. I am open to receiving training of that helps yo your company and have previous experience as a Technical Support Representative. Additionally, I am familiar with website management as I assist in handling our own website. At the moment, I am in great need of extra income. Any work will do, im willing to be trained. 

[#8]

**bleep**, am stuck, buying connect and submitting proposals for AWS Cloud DevOps Role.

What am I not doing right, it's kind of frustrating..

[#9]

Hello and Good day! I am Kristine, a Senior High Graduate and is looking for extra income since I am an Incoming Freshman this year. I am very lost and confuse on how things here work, I need help or atleast someone to guide me on the way. I can proudly say that I can do things such as Manage, Assist and offer skills that I have but I don't know where to start and very scared to try. Please please help me, I am also willing to be thought any new kind of skills and I am a fast learner and is pretty good in communicating. 

[#10]

Kristine, I am afraid Upwork is not the right place for you, if you do not have solid and well-defined skills. This is not a platform where you can learn how to do something.

You say you are scared to try, and you should be, but for a different reason: this platform is full of scammers and you might fall into their traps if you are not careful. Please follow these links before deciding to do anything on Upwork. Stay safe.

https://community.upwork.com/t5/Academy/ct-p/Academy

Top Red Flags for Scams: From Community Membe... - Upwork Community

To all freelancers looking for help - Upwork Community

[#11]

Thank you for your input
i am also new here
but I have experience working in corporate companies for 15 years
does the experience here help?

[#12]

Experience and marketable skills are the starting point. Please follow the 3 links above.

[#13]

Ok

Thank's

[#14]

Hi, all.

I am new to here.

I want to get a better job.

How can I get a better job?

What is the secret?

Kindly tell me about it.

Thanks

[#15]

First, put some portfolio work on your profile.

[#16]

What is next?

[#17]

Fill out your profile to 100%, then apply for jobs. Don't worry about the pay for your first job, worry about the review that they will leave. Once you get a good review, it'll become easier. Make sure you understand how the platform works completely in the mean time. Don't get taken advantage of.

[#18]

Hello

How can I get my first job on Upwork?

I have already completed making my profile. I have also submitted some proposals.

What shall I do next to get the first job?

Please give me some tips.

[#19]

https://youtu.be/SWKSPuMdGP0

[#20]

Hi Delwar,

Thanks for reaching out! I've pulled a few resources that may be helpful to you. Check out these articles to help you create a profile that stands out and improve your profile title and overview. For some great tips on writing proposals that win jobs, check out this article.

Don’t hesitate to visit the  Academy and sign up for upcoming events and webinars to learn more about how you can boost your success on Upwork.

Good luck!

[#21]

Hello Everyone

I have 19 years of experience in IT Project management. Am PMP, ITIL and SCRUM certified. Wanted to start upwork.

Have tried to build my profile here.

Wanted to request to review my profile and provide feedback!!

Thanks

Darshan

[#22]

Hello,

I'm trying to get my first job in Data entry and Lead generation. I have years of experience in this field.

[#23]

Hi,

I am Ghulam Mustafa here on upwork new and I have applied for more than 7 jobs and I have still not engaged in any interview or not a job.

Plz, help me with how to be hired.

Cheers,

[#24]

Seven proposals is nothing. You will have to send many more.

In your presentation you are missing the first two lines with information that the client can already see. Those two lines are the only thing the client sees without opening your profile, you must sell yourself there.

[#25]

Hi, Plz guide me more in the first two lines of what I write for a catchy look.

Thanks,

[#26]

Go through Academia, in the forum header. You can also look, just look not copy, successful profiles of other freelancers in your field.