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 moderator, my questions goes thus; is it possible to land a job before my account gets verified?

[#3]

Hi Nsa,

Yes! I've seen a lot of freelancers who have been requested to verify their identity after they got their first contract. This means that they were sending proposals prior to having the IDV badge and they do get jobs even without it.

[#4]

I am Anuar Hosen From Cox's Bazar Bangladesh. I am Data Entry Expert Freelancer of 8 Years Experiance. My Client Avilable Work this Acordin Short Time delivery. 

[#5]

Hello, I am Vijay Negi from India I shortly I saw the upwork on Facebook or in a  film that it is the platform where we get projects or work or get money easily if we have good writing skills and knowledge of AI tools I have little bit of knowledge of the content or blog writing and python or a different tools used for in science I hope I get a job in the upcoming days.

[#6]

Hi am new in this platform am a paragon of excellency in Ms excel I can do any work in Ms excel,,,from data analysis to every kind of job provided,, plizzz 🥺🥺 show me a way of getting started

[#7]

I have applied for 10 proposals but did not get any response from clients and two proposals were withdrawn by clients. That means 20 percent of jobs are canceled/withdrawn by clients. As a new in UpWork, how I can know which job is really wanted by the clients? This way I may save 20 percent time. Please give your suggestions.

[#8]

Hello!! How can I find the data entry job. I'm new to upwork. I don't know how to explore. Can you please help me?

Thanks,

Karthika

[#9]

Hey their nice to meet you everybody.can you show me the moves for getting side income here.give me advice pls 

[#10]

Have you tried the suggestions by the Moderator from Upwork at the top of this thread?

Welcome by the way to freelancing.

[#11]

I'm new here and I've sent 50 above proposals and I've received only one message. How do I send a proposal and convince a client that I've got the potential to provide you a quality work? I'm just wasting my money in the form of connects 😞 and it is stressing me.

[#12]

In your proposal show client how you will deliver quality work

Match your skills with project in short polite explanation manner.

Add new projects ‘You’ create similar to what client is looking for.

Find the specific needs and goals of the client.

Make sure your skills and expertise align with their requirements.

[#13]

Do experienced freelancers help new freelancers to get their first JOB? 

[#14]

Hello Community,
I have not been able to land another upwork job. Kindly visit my upwork link and tell me what i need to get done.

https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01d4fd61af92f8a4ad

[#15]

Hi Olumide,

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!

[#16]

Maybe rewrite your introduction (summary)?

Upwork recommends to change things every now and then - a little to spice up our profiles.

Do you know any nearby business? That you could do something for them with a promise to promote them on your profile in the testimonial section?

This way their testimonial and what you create - becomes another example only this time they offer you feedback.

By the way I like the country where you live.  Have visited and feel it is good.

[#17]

What am i supposed to do to land my first job at Upwork?

[#18]

The world of receiving a job (project) changes rapidly overnight.

It is advisable to go all the way back to basics.
(Upwork’s videos and training to show you how to create great cover letters and profiles.)
Since my current project of 5 months just ended, I plan on going over to Upwork’s video section to see if there are ‘New’ ones to see if I can acquire a nugget or two of new knowledge.
Best of all you receive a ‘Badge’ for completing a section of training that appeals to your clients on your profile a lot!!

[#19]

How can I get my first work / job on upwork as I'm new to this.

[#20]

The world of receiving a job (project) changes rapidly overnight.
So, even if you have either been working in a specific line of work or just starting as a freelancer…
It is advisable to go all the way back to basics.
(Upwork’s videos and training to show you how to create great cover letters and profiles.)
Since my current project of 5 months just ended, I plan on going over to Upwork’s video section to see if there are ‘New’ ones to see if I can acquire a nugget or two of new knowledge.
Best of all you receive a ‘Badge’ for completing a section of training that appeals to your clients on your profile a lot!!

[#21]

How do I get my first  job on unworkable please?

[#22]

Hi Gift,

Welcome to the Upwork Community! The Upwork Community is where you can ask and answer questions, search for topics, learn, network with members, and get updates about Upwork.

Let’s get you started with the basics here at Upwork. Below are a few Upwork Academy courses to help you get started:

• How to create your profile
• Finding work
• Profile Title & Overview
• Building Your Portfolio
• Submitting Proposals

You can also sign up for upcoming events and webinars to learn more about how you can boost your success on Upwork.

The Community is also where members can share feedback on existing features and suggestions for new features. If you have ideas on how we can improve your experience on Upwork, the Community is a great place to share them!

We hope you find these online resources helpful in your Upwork journey.

[#23]

Follow the DIRECTIONS in the oppenning post. They are very explicit! But don't anticipate clients banging at your virtual door in 10 minutes or even weeks.

[#24]

Dear, thanks for welcoming for working upwork.

i am trying to work on upwork

mesbahur rahman

[#25]

Number one: I am not a 'Dear' I have a name - Sir.

Number two: In order to work on Upwork no small letter 'i's' are accepted: Incorrect use of English writing/grammar

Number three: Offering advice from a Top Rated individual - me:

It is advisable to go all the way back to basics.

(Upwork’s videos and training to show you how to create great cover letters and profiles.) Click on them on the upper right hand side of this page.

I even recently checked Upwork’s video section to see if there are ‘New’ ones to see if I can acquire a nugget or two of new knowledge. - I did, and acquired a badge - clients like to see badges on the profiles. - Shows you are taking an interest in how to help yourself and them.

In your proposal show the client how you will deliver quality work

Match your skills with project in short polite explanation manner.

Add new projects ‘You’ create similar to what client is looking for.

Find the specific needs and goals of the client.

Make sure your skills and expertise align with their requirements.

Here on Upwork it is all about the 'client' not the freelancer.

Hope this assists you in finding work on Upwork.

[#26]

Ok