Jun 1, 2023 01:37:19 PM Edited Jun 1, 2023 01:41:10 PM by Andrea G
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:
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!
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Mar 14, 2024 10:33:49 AM by Andrea G
Hi all,
This thread has been closed from further replies due to its size. We appreciate your participation in the Community and welcome you to continue the conversation on this new thread.
Thank you!
Feb 20, 2024 11:58:40 PM by Joanne P
Hi Jayasree,
Feb 21, 2024 11:01:32 AM by R A
I am new to Upword, my first gig invite has asked me to contact him on whatsapp, he wants my details name,sex,age, country, email occupation. he has not said i am hired on upwork. is this normal
Feb 21, 2024 04:06:11 PM by Mary Margaret G
No! Not normal - check with customer service might be a scam. Against TOS
Feb 21, 2024 01:01:26 AM by Aydin A
Hello, upwork freelancers.
Would you like to advice me to get job on this platform?
I have applied in about 50 jobs but I can't get my job.
Why can't I get my job?
Feb 21, 2024 07:45:41 AM by Sikandar A
You are new to Upwork and your profile rate is way too high. Many Top Rated Plus freelancers are providing their services in the same niche at below $20/hr.
Feb 21, 2024 10:15:30 AM by Joan S
You are in a very competitive niche. I suggest that you improve your profile statement. Instead of writing about how wonderful you are, be very focused on exactly what you can do for a client and the results you got for others. Focus on clients, not you.
Feb 21, 2024 04:05:28 PM by Mary Margaret G
First view the videos on the right. Very informative data.
Next make a good Upwork profile showcasing your skills, experience, and what you can do for the client.
Use relevant keywords in your profile to increase visibility and attract potential clients.
Apply to job postings that support and show your expertise
Submit special proposals that demonstrate your qualifications and understanding of the clients job
Feb 21, 2024 10:54:54 PM by Sunday D
How is your work here going
I want to know how one can know the right job to apply for
Feb 22, 2024 12:33:59 AM by Sunday D
I will love to know how to apply for a good job because the number of works I have applied has been removed due to community policy
Feb 22, 2024 05:07:29 AM Edited Feb 22, 2024 05:17:26 AM by Ogochukwu Mercy R
Hello!
I'm a creative writer and I have been on Upwork for a complete 5 months, but have not been able to land any job.
I have been trying to get my identity verified on upwork, but it keep rejecting my ID card, then a long the line my profile went into private.
I tried all means to get it rectified, yet no progress .
I have written to Upwork Support, I have gone through profile setting and asked that my profile should be returned back to public, that I'm ready to keep my profile busy, but upwok has not done anything about it.
I have used all my connects without winning even a tiny job, and I have the skills and the zeal that is needed to get a job done, yet I have no opportunity to do that.
Please, can anyone tell me what the problems are, is it from me or from Upwork?
Please, what can I do , to rectify all these issues and get settled down on this platform??
I'm getting frustrated already😠😟😫😩.
Please,I really need help 🙏🙏.
Feb 27, 2024 12:10:24 PM by Sunday D
Am facing the same issue and I haven't gotten any solution yet..
I think it takes time to get a Job here, because most times what they will tell you is that,the work has been cancelled or declined due to upwork policy stuff
Feb 22, 2024 05:32:53 AM by Samuel O
My name is Samuel, am new in Upwork. Pls I need to know how to detect the percentage rate of my Upwork profile. Pls how can I get to know if it's upto 80%?
Feb 22, 2024 06:13:48 AM by Vasiliki P
Hi I am new to this and I would appreciate some help on getting started. Please can you see if my profile is correct and accurate. Also where should I go to get my first job? Thanks in advance ☺️
Feb 22, 2024 06:40:57 AM by Vasiliki P
I don't know if I am in the right place for the work I am offering. Could you help me by checking my profile? And let me know what or where should I go to promote my profile and also I cannot fix my portfolio I doesn't let me upload. Is there a problem in your systems.
Feb 22, 2024 01:19:00 PM by Ken W
Hello All - new to the site
I submitted 1 proposal 5 days ago and 2 proposals 2 days ago of which none have been viewed. I submitted one that has been viewed but I haven't received any messages.
Is it typical to assume that proposals that have not been viewed within 2 days are likely no longer in contention for the project? Is there some kind of notification when a project has been filled or will my proposal stay open indefinately?
thank you for sharing your experience.
Feb 22, 2024 07:08:16 PM by Dinesh K
Hi
I am new to Upwork, please help me to get any Mendix Project to start my upwork journey. I am Mendix Intermediate Certified.
Feb 22, 2024 09:19:42 PM by Joanne P
Hi Dinesh,
Feb 23, 2024 05:25:24 AM by Kaleab K
Hi,
I have been trying to get a gig as a Web Developer on upwork and I have applied to over 12 jobs on upwork but my proposal are not even being viewed. i don't understand why, if it was proposal quality i would atleast get views on my proposal but that is not the case. perhaps i should be more selective to the job posts i apply to if so how can i identify the relieable jobs.
Feb 23, 2024 03:26:55 AM by Helen A
Hey! I'm new to UpWork but super excited to be here and see where this platform takes me.
I have a love for content creation and hoping to peruse this passion further.
Any tips or tricks for getting my first collaboration are greatly appreciated:)
Feb 23, 2024 07:45:45 AM by William T C
Helen,
Congrats on joining! Click the above Academy link for Upwork success tips.
Feb 23, 2024 07:49:39 AM by Ashutosh K
FIRSTLY WATCH THE CONTENT AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENT AND GIVE THE REPLY AS PER GIVEN
Feb 26, 2024 05:50:42 AM by David S
What kind of spam is this?
Why shold I give you personal information?
This probably violates Upworks regulations in some way!
Feb 24, 2024 01:38:47 AM by Umer B
Do you think that upwork connects are too expensive for beginners?
Feb 24, 2024 12:30:52 AM by Anderson N
Please how do I secure my first job at upwork all my proposals are being declined
Some should pleaseeee come to my aid as I need to work
Anderson
Feb 24, 2024 08:28:45 PM by Zubair Ahmad G
Dear Sir,
Please help me get work at upwork. Also let me know if I need to change anything in my profile.
Feb 25, 2024 11:44:29 PM by Tania P
Hey there,
I'm new in upwork but unfortunately didnt received any ivitation for job. Anyone can help me ?
Feb 26, 2024 12:09:22 AM by Faizan F
I have sent many proposals and applied to numerous projects, even with high bids. However, for some time now, my proposals are neither being viewed nor accepted, despite having a verified profile and the Rising Talent badge.
Feb 27, 2024 02:02:25 AM by Momina S
Hi everone,
Em new in upwork community and dnt know how to start a work over here. Kindly guide me so i can start my work on this platform. Thanks
Feb 27, 2024 06:02:36 AM Edited Feb 27, 2024 06:03:14 AM by David S
Andrea,
They STILL refuse to just click and read your guides on your opening post.
READ-READ-RESEARCH - READ!
No one has time to be a freelancer and a teacher!
Feb 27, 2024 12:56:02 PM by Moses I
Hi, I have applied for lots of jobs unfortunately I get email alert that those jobs have been removed for violating upworks policy?
Few ones turns out decline and two that invited me for an interview turned out to be scam.
Please how do I boast my chances of getting a job.
Thank you
Feb 28, 2024 04:25:45 PM by Tyler E
Hi,
I'm new to Upwork. I'm trying to find work as fast as I can. Let's just say I have a fast-approaching deadline. Does anyone have any advice?