Feb 20, 2019 11:37:15 AM by Brian P
Hello,
I'm new to upwork looking through jobs. I'm trying to submit my first job proposal but I don't see the client name anywhere in the posting. Do I have to click somewhere to see it?
Apr 22, 2022 07:30:25 AM by Anastasios K
I cant even see them after submitting a proposal .Its happening since last night .
Feb 20, 2019 11:41:19 AM by Martina P
Brian P wrote:Hello,
I'm new to upwork looking through jobs. I'm trying to submit my first job proposal but I don't see the client name anywhere in the posting. Do I have to click somewhere to see it?
No, it's not possible to see the client's name.
Feb 20, 2019 11:59:01 AM by Yeasir A
Feb 20, 2019 12:01:04 PM by Brian P
Wouldn't it make sense to include that in the job posting with the client information?
Feb 20, 2019 12:21:07 PM Edited Feb 20, 2019 12:27:04 PM by Virginia F
Brian P wrote:Wouldn't it make sense to include that in the job posting with the client information?
It would, if there weren't thousands of unprofessional freelancers who use that knowledge to track down and hound clients outside of Upwork - Linkedin, their websites, FB, etc. etc. All that does is make for angry clients.
ETA: And to state the obvious, you don't need their names to submit a bid. Even clients whose names can be found because they've included clues or their website - they don't need to be addressed by that name either. Many companies have someone who posts the job, but that's not necessarily whom you'll communicate with if they contact you.
Jun 29, 2019 09:47:24 AM by Orwille M
Very well said Virginia.
I guess this has something to do with addressing the client on the cover letter, I suppose.
Apr 18, 2020 02:11:55 AM by Ayesha K
Hello!
My problem is that i send 2 proposals to clients but they can't reply me please tell me how can i contact with them through messages because i'm new at upwork and i have no room/people on my account please its my request
Apr 18, 2020 03:12:51 AM by AleksandarD A
Hi Ayesha,
Please note that submitting proposals doesn't always guarantee that you will get hired or a chance to be interviewed, but you shouldn't give up on sending proposals to potential clients. When you apply for jobs, make sure your proposal is well written and that you're absolutely qualified and certain of your ability to complete the job you're applying for.
Thank you.
Mar 31, 2024 03:19:33 PM by Mary Margaret G
Hello Ayesha,
Welcome. Perhaps additional training should be taken on your part so that you do not waste your connects. Give the Learning Videos a try! Located on upper top right side of this page.
Jul 22, 2019 09:22:33 AM by Lisa L
yes it would help especially since I just read an email on how to write better proposals. if the name is not available would, in my opinion, be an obstacle to trying to customizing my proposal and standing out from the competition.
Jul 22, 2019 09:39:32 AM by Mark F
I would have to say I don't agree with this advice. I would not look any more favorably on someone saying:
Dear Mark, in fact I might find it creepy that they stalked me like that.
If you consider that the first line or at most two you give are the only things the client will see on the review screen unless they click to see more you don't want to waste that on a salutation (IMO). You should instead write a good hook related to what the client's needs are and how you will fill them.
Apr 27, 2023 03:11:13 AM by Prince K
In an attempt to land your first job on here, you get many advices from people who supposedly have gotten a hack on the secret of landing your first job, hence the need for the initial question on how to find the client's name. They make you feel if you don't go that extra, you wouldn't get a response.
Some of us struggle to land our first client without knowing what we are doing wrong and there are too many advices on the media space.
Mar 31, 2024 03:16:20 PM by Mary Margaret G
I ususally will use Dear Mr. Mark, or Dear Ms. Cassey, that is why I feel gender is important.
Oct 20, 2023 04:10:24 PM by Faysal M
Writing" Dear Sir / Madam is an obsolete and ridiculous way to address the client but since we've no other alternative on UpWork but to use 'Dear Hiring Manager', Hi, etc.
Nov 3, 2020 08:47:02 AM Edited Nov 3, 2020 08:48:26 AM by Preston H
re: "I found a client name. How do I directly approach him?"
Muhammad:
If you see a job posting that you are interested in, you may click the "Submit a Proposal" button to send a proposal to the client.
This process has nothing to do with client names. Forget about client names.
(By the way: If you found a client name and then found a way to directly contact the client, you would be violating Upwork ToS. You could be suspended if you were caught directly contacting the client such as through email, phone, text, etc.)
Mar 31, 2024 03:14:03 PM by Mary Margaret G
However, it is okay to use the clients name in the cover letter or in thte messenger box on Upwork. Do not contact client off platform, not only risking TOS problem but Upwork does not have to pay you for the work done on the project.
Oct 22, 2023 10:42:41 PM by Faysal M
Hi Muhammad,
That's the whole point behind why clients often post jobs without proper names to avoid being contacted outside of UpWork. Further, UpWork also discourages/not responsible for the consequences of any communication outside the platform. It's for the betterment of all concerned parties (UpWork, Clients & Freelancers). I hope this answer helps you out.
Good Luck.
Mar 31, 2024 03:11:24 PM by Mary Margaret G
Are you asking how to submit a cover letter with the name of the client?
Review videos in Learning Path's for the answers.
Feb 20, 2019 12:10:09 PM by RAFSUN S
There is 50% possibility that you might find client's name in their clien'ts history.
Mar 31, 2024 03:09:48 PM by Mary Margaret G
Which particular problem:
Where to find the name? or If you could add a comment later?
Apr 22, 2022 07:36:02 AM by Anastasios K
I could even see the client name after submitting a proposal .I already ask a question but no one is answering .
Mar 31, 2024 03:07:47 PM by Mary Margaret G
Hello Brian,
Sorry you had to wait so long, here is how you find the client's name:
1) Scroll down to the very end of the actual project listed in the 'Find Jobs' section of your profile.
2) Look for feedback other freelancers migh have already received and offered the persons name - hopefully there.
3) A suggestion is to Google whether the name is female or male for proper addressing the individual.
4) If unable to find the name in let's say 35 jobs prior listed. Then use a polite general greeting or saying of 'Hello'