how to find work on upwork. everytime, i try to find work, it asks me connects. what is that

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Hi Payal,

Welcome to Upwork! We’re here to help you navigate the world of online work. Let’s start with the basics here at Upwork. You’ll find a list of essential resources here.

As a freelancer, you'll use Connects to reach out and let clients know you're interested in their project. Each job post has a required number of Connects. You may read this article to learn more.

Below there 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

Additionally, feel free to sign up for upcoming events and webinars to learn more about how you can boost your success on Upwork.

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