Freelancing Guidelines

  What is an Upwork proposal? An Upwork proposal gives you the chance to submit a message with your application to convince clients that you’re the perfect fit for the job. This quick and concise introduction—similar to a cover letter or an elevator pitch—explains why the client should hire you. It allows you to spark a client’s interest in your services and mention critical points on how you can solve their problem. The importance of Upwork proposals Upwork’s work marketplace serves as a great source of potential projects. The platform displays thousands of new jobs every day for a wide variety of skill sets. The volume of posted jobs might seem like you’re likely to land work, but remember that other freelancers using this platform are also competing for those same jobs. Proposals are one of the most vital parts of landing projects through Upwork’s global work marketplace. It’s the first step in connecting with a potential client, and your proposal must be designed to get a clien...

  9 Tips for Working Remotely The hardships and tragedies of 2020 as a result of COVID are numerous and the aftereffects will impact a generation to come. One interesting silver lining comes from the rapid adoption of remote work, something that m any employees are now appreciating. It’s a dream for those who love flexibility and freedom, but it can be intimidating for employees who consider themselves extroverts or are used to going to an office every day. Whole Whale has remote employees (one being our Chief Whaler!) for over 4 years and the entire staff now has the option to work from anywhere in the country. After more than 6 years of experimenting with remote work, we’ve learned a great deal along the way and have funneled those experiences into 9 of our favorite remote work hacks. Build these tricks into your routine to ensure a smooth transition, maintain productivity, and create a sense of camaraderie with your coworkers.   Invest in a communication tool Clear, consist...

  4 Essential Work Ethic Qualities for Freelancers Donald Ngonyo Probably you have heard it somewhere, but wisdom is rich, and its value does not fade. To succeed in life, you must possess a strong work ethic towards your vocation. People with a strong work ethic usually place a high value on professional success. One of the best freelancer tips for beginners is having an excellent work ethic. Clients always require their work to be submitted on time and must be of exceptional quality. Work ethics an essential ingredient if you have to succeed in any endeavor. When you showcase the attributes associated with a good work ethic, you position yourself to win more clients and keep those you already have. There are thousands of opportunities that freelancers can benefit from. Still, one must possess a good work ethic to convince the clients and keep them for long periods. As an individual, you must be reliable, dedicated, and disciplined.  There are thousands of freelancing website...

  10+ Best Freelance Skills To Learn In 2022 If you’re looking to switch to a better career this year, the first thing you should do is find and develop a skill. Not just any skill but a marketable skill! In this post, I’m showcasing some of the top freelance skills you can learn this year to start a new career and earn more money as a freelancer. My previous post about the  highest paying freelance jobs  outlines the categories for earning the highest income as a freelancer. The list below goes to the barebones of those categories to suggest specific skills you should start developing right away. If you’ve   read my book   or followed the   getting started guide , you’ll notice that one of the first steps I suggest for beginners is to find a marketable skill that has good demand. It takes some research to find a skill with enough demand to market as a service.  For this list, I gathered data from several surveys (from  Flexjobs ,  Indeed , a...