Jun 1, 2023 01:37:19 PM Edited Jun 1, 2023 01:41:10 PM by Andrea G
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Mar 14, 2024 10:33:49 AM by Andrea G
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Jun 19, 2023 12:06:54 AM by Oluwatobi D
Hi People, i`m new here, nice to meet you all. I`m currently searching for my first web dev gig. helping me with useful tips would be nice. Thanks🙂
Jun 20, 2023 01:31:38 AM by Megersa A
I am Megers I am from.Ethiopia , now i joined to this community member
So please inform me.
Jun 20, 2023 02:37:32 AM by Yash D
Hi,
I am a Graphic Designer and have expertise in Illustration, Graphic Motion, Web Design and UI Interface. I am also a Content writer and trying to upskill more on Creation and Imagination for developing more in this field.
Jun 21, 2023 04:17:20 AM by Wasif K
Thanks it's really helpful and valuable informations regarding proposals
Regards wasif
Jun 22, 2023 08:10:10 AM by Ernest O
Good day my fellow upworkers,
I have been spending money on connects to apply for various jobs as a Photo Editor, a Customer Service assistant or as a Data Entry Specialist but I have not been lucky so far. I don't know if there is something I am not doing right, please I need assistance.
Thanks,
Ernest Ogwe
Jun 23, 2023 02:40:21 AM by Maureen A
Hello,
My name is Maureen Anyango , I am new to Upwork. My profile is 95% complete, still trying to get to 100% but just a few touches to get there. I would really love to get work, secure clients and get their referrals. I would appreciate any assistance how to go about get gigs, securing clientsand earn something.
Kind Regards,
Maureen Anyango
Jun 23, 2023 05:12:12 AM by Roqeeb K
I Haven't gotten an clients for years now and I submit good proposals and I apply for gigs always. I don't know what's wrong
Jun 23, 2023 05:15:23 AM by Jonathan H
You have been applying for gigs for years but have never got a client?
Who told you your proposals are good?
Jun 23, 2023 06:05:02 PM Edited Jun 23, 2023 06:06:44 PM by Sharifah H
Hi, my name is Sharifah. I just did a project before in translating, but I guess it was a scammed because he asked me to go linking my bank account. May I know the right way to get paid? and may I know what is freelancing agent actually? (Worldwide freelancing agent)
Jun 25, 2023 12:29:27 AM by Muhammad J
Hi everyone,
I am a new freelancer at Upwork. I created my profile a couple of years ago but was working well on Fiverr. But unfortunately, I lost my Fiverr account last year. And then I tried to work on upwork but didn't get even a single job. I am a freelance digital marketer and social media expert. Can someone help me to reach any potential clients? Or if you have more work then we can collaborate. I am open to any valuable suggestions. Please review my profile as well and let me know how to optimize it.
Thanks
New Member @howtogetprojects
Jun 25, 2023 07:06:35 AM by Ardi W
Hi, i'm Ardi, this is my first time using upwork. I'm looking for a job in data entry and retype, but I'm very afraid of the scams that occur on upwork, because I almost got scammed and fortunately I read about the experiences of people who use upwork.
Jun 25, 2023 05:57:45 PM by Carol M
Hi..so about these clients redirecting you to their telegram.
They give the job from telegram and insist to pay after they check
Can they be trusted?
Jun 25, 2023 09:42:12 PM by Pradeep H
Hi Carol,
Thank you for your message. I checked the job post you were referring to and it appears that it's already been taken down because it was in violation of Upwork TOS. Taking communication outside of Upwork before the contract is considered a TOS violation.
Please check out this course for more tips on staying safe on Upwork and please use the flag option found on each job post or message anytime you’d like to report a violation.
Thank you,
Pradeep
Jun 25, 2023 07:53:04 PM by Novie C
How to a land a job here in upwork given my status as new to freelance world?
Jun 25, 2023 09:27:01 PM by Jithendra D
I'm new in upwork community and someone invited me to look at the job he posted. I've already sent a proposal but I'm little bit nervous about the interview. Any advice since this is my first interview from work from home job. Thanks
Jun 25, 2023 09:28:13 PM by Jithendra D
I am a professional graphic designer but I am not getting any orders. How to get the order?
Jun 25, 2023 11:17:00 PM by MD Shoujat H
Thanks for your cooperation I am new one in this platform . I have vast knowledge in the Accounting ,Auditing & Taxation sector with acheiving Professional Degree ( Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh ) Partly Qualified . Now I am looking Internal Audit department at JMI group which is situated in Bangladesh . I have available time to performing any assignment related this sector . I am very much capable to do this activities .
Jun 26, 2023 12:05:43 PM by Mehtab R
I'm a content writer.And I can write about everything.
Jun 26, 2023 09:57:30 PM Edited Jun 29, 2023 09:06:50 AM by Nina Jaoline R
Hi, I am Nina, I am new to UpWork.
Jun 27, 2023 01:08:16 AM by Maria T
This is not the place to promote yourself.
Your profile text is an amalgamation of things you say you can do. If you have different skills, create specialized profiles.
Separates sentences or paragraphs, it reads very badly.
You say you have experience in several things but you don't have a portfolio.
Start by reading this, everything, links included:
- https://community.upwork.com/t5/Freelancers/To-all-freelancers-looking-for-help/m-p/1222058#M731117
- https://community.upwork.com/t5/Community-Blog/Top-Red-Flags-for-Scams-From-Community-Member-Wes-C/b...
Jun 26, 2023 10:37:41 PM Edited Jun 27, 2023 01:46:16 AM by Annie Jane B
Hey, I'm Seline from Kenya and im trying for a Customer service and Virtual Assistant Client but no success.
I'm always outbidded.
Thank you.
**Edited for Community Guidelines**
Jun 27, 2023 01:10:39 AM by Maria T
I can't see your profile because it's private, I leave you a couple of posts to read, everything, links included:
- https://community.upwork.com/t5/Freelancers/Para-todos-los-freelancers-buscando-ayuda/m-p/1222058#M7...
- https://community.upwork.com/t5/Community-Blog/Top-Red-Flags-for-Scams-From-Community-Member-Wes-C/b...
Jun 27, 2023 02:57:14 AM by Asma S
HI
I am also new at UPWORK. I would appreciate if anyone would help me to get some work as a content creator.
Thanks!
Jun 27, 2023 03:51:21 PM by Asifa B
I have tried what ever I can; put its been a long time since I have been on Upwork; I only got one invite, that's why all my proposal are getting wast if no one hires me I just don't understand how will I have experience everyone looking for. I am dropping my profile link if you guys have any tips please let me know what am i doing wrong.
Jun 27, 2023 10:49:08 PM by Abdulkadir G
Hi,
Im new here, help check my profile if it is intact. And advice on how to go about getting a job.
Thank you.
Jun 27, 2023 11:11:43 PM by Md Zaid A
Hi,
Im new here, help check my profile if it is intact. And advice on how to go about getting a job.
Thank you.
Jun 28, 2023 01:46:14 AM by Joanne P
Hi Abdulkadir,
Jun 29, 2023 01:48:26 AM by Shubham P
Hello, my name is Shubham Pathak, and I'm hoping to find my first client for video editing. If you could give me some feedback on my profile, that would be great.
thankyou
Jun 29, 2023 09:33:59 PM by Mary Margaret G
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 in UpWork for 7+ years.
Also, I believe Hugo and Clark in another thread would not mind reviewing your expertise in your profile.
They are representatives at UpWork and would do best to offer you great feedback.
Jul 19, 2023 12:28:29 PM by Muhammad S
Hello Humans!
I am Muhammad Saqlain a data scientist. I need someone to help me out and basically, I want him/her as my Advisor/Mentor who guides me here on upwork to win my first job quickly.
"God helps those who help themselves"