How to Start Freelancing Work - Lets Talk about Upwork
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- Опубликовано: 8 окт 2016
- Living abroad, having the freedom to travel and work from where you like is a unique opportunity that has only recently become a viable option to many people.
Naturally, freelancing is a job many people who do not own a business choose to do. It allows you to build up experience working on other client businesses and also gives you the option of creating your own client base and freelancing business from any remote location.
Upwork and sites like it have created a platform for companies to hire freelancers. They are controversial and many believe they are being priced out of the market.
In this video, I try to take a look at the bigger picture and explain why these sites are beneficial for long-term business growth and attaining the freelancing business that will give you the freedom you desire.
Let me know what you think about it, leave a comment below.
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Thank you so so much! I needed to hear this! I just started freelancing the first of February and have been using freelancer and upwork. I have found it so frustrating that clients don't just magically fall out of the sky. But I needed that reminder that I have to start from the bottom and work my way up. Thank you for that reminder!
Brett, having worked in management for decades before retiring, I was struck by the wisdom of your words. Your listeners were well-served by your thoughts. Kudos and regards.
You just shook my brain in the best possible way, plus also made me realize how screwed up my thought process was. Thank you so much!
Hey Brett. Subbed due to this video. You described this all very well and from a simple, practical perspective. I have been struggling finding happiness in the 9-5 grind and recently have begun teaching myself web development. Once I have a portfolio together, I will be signing up for these sites and getting my own website out there for potential clients and, with any luck and a lot of hard work, I will be leaving the US and living in Southeast Asia, myself! It's very cool to see someone living a life similar to what I want to live, so thanks for reaching out to people on RUclips and sharing your experience and advice!
+Matthew Kincaid thanks for commenting, sign up on my website for my free course. It'll be ready soon and it'll break down my entire freelancing strategy.
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Matthew Kincaid i did the same.. I m a programmer and i work on upwork now, later i ll move to asia
How’d it go dude?
I totally agree that when you use Upwork correctly, you can absolutely make great money.
I'm determined to start freelancing, But I dont know how to start. May I get any help ? please?
have fun and more. What do you do?
I just started freelancing on Upwork.
I created the best possible portfolio for myself.
And started applying job after job.
I did around 90+ proposals in a span of 3 months.
Before i got 2 graphic design job just recently.
Just make sure you actually read the job description,and make sure your grammar is correct.
A little bit of ass kissing is not bad as well.
Good Luck!
Following some of what he’s saying here. There are others sharing about Upwork as well on RUclips. He’s sharing VERY good stuff.
Successful Freelance Mom is that still true now? I'm finding it's more for people looking to hire than for freelancers in the way that they just want the lowest price possible and I can build a website or do SEO for like $50 minus upwork fees.is there a way I'm not familiar with?
uwais qarani teach me please I am from indonesia
Brett, I have watched every one of your videos, and most of them more than once or twice, and this is by far the best that you have done. You are so refreshingly honest, direct and totally without any bullshite hype. I hope that you never quit putting out great content like this.
Thanks Mike. How are you finding Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is fantastic. There is so much here that I can't get it all sorted out. It will just take some time. That's where your videos are so valuable. Now that I am here, I enjoy seeing locations in you videos that I recognize from having driven by them. All of this is so different from what I have experienced, it's not so much culture shock but more like culture curiosity. But I really like everything.
This truly is the land of smiles. Even tonight a mosquito smiled at me before he dove into my arm.
Hi Brett. I'm a subscriber to Chris the Freelancer. I came across a video in which you and Chris collaborated on the topic of freelancing. I appreciated your your insight and candid statements about the lifestyle. I'm looking to start a remote business focused on travel consulting and booking clients on travel. I've been a nomad for about ten years now. I worked nine summers in Alaska and the Yukon as a tour guide and have done a fair bit of travel on my own time. I just subscribed to your channel. I look forward to going through your archives and seeing what you have planned for the future of this channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks for the comment mate and thanks for subscribing!
Reach me through leilahtrish@gmail.com i would like to work with you on this.
informative video and timely for me. I quit my corporate job of 15 years last month and excited to get started on Upwork. Coming to Chiang Mai on Feb. 22 and looking forward to that as well! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience! Peace!
Good man Brett.
Great advice laid out in a simple manner.
Thank you so much for opening my eyes up to this. I live in London and have thought about upward and freelancer. I have looked at other peoples opinions on youtube and the consensus is that they are BAD! So glad I found this video and are going to give them a go! Thank you so much! I'm a graphic designer and I think this could be so helpful for me now! You have officially motivated me!
+jamesstonee everyone wants instant results and if they don't get them they blame the platform.
Way too true!!
It may take time to generate jobs. Keep plugging in at sending proposals. Now some of the other sites charge a monthly fee and I'm not ready to pay out of pocket just yet. As far as the UpWork proposals, out of 21 sent I got two hires. Not stellar, but it did bring me in work. I hope you have success with which ever site you choose to work with.
i love your approach ... Tell It Like It Is. its a lot of preparation but the rewards and freedom are worth it. thanks brett. i lived in thailand in the late 70's. im trying to make it back by freelancing with wordpress and computer repairs.
+DOC JAY thanks for the comment. I wish you all the best on your journey!
Excellent information! I just set up my profile and I am almost ready to roll! I am preparing to retire from the corporate world in the next few months and am looking forward to creating new income streams with Upwork. Let the freelancing life begin!
Good luck on your journey.
Brett, nice job, man. I have been working "for the man" all my life. I have a Masters Degree in Education. I just arrived in Chiang Mai and am taking some time to weigh my options. I don't want to talk to much about myself, but I hope I can buy you a beer some day soon and try and learn from you. You are opening my eyes that there might be another way for me to make a living other than just working the 8-5 teaching gig. Thanks, Brett.
Most definitely, why don't you teach online? Feel free to PM on Facebook - facebook.com/BrettTheDev/
I was sort of on the right track in 2017 starting a web design business, but completely missed the mark because I was only focused on money. I actually hate building websites and while I can do it and do it well I don't enjoy it, or do it as well as my other skills that I actually am passionate about. This meant I wasn't motivated to do the whole customer acquisition thing.
I love mixing music, and I love voice acting. For some bloody reason it didn't occur to me until watching this video that I should focus on those! Had a quick look on Upwork and sure enough there's loads of opportunities for me, so thanks for this video and when I stop through Chiang Mai I'll be sure to buy you a beer 🍺
Great comment. Do what makes you happy, you only live once!
Great point man. Before I watched this video I was kind of asking myself "How do I start finding customers?" Turns out I was asking "How do I find and acquire GOOD PAYING customers?". I gotta get the "start somewhere" part out the way first. 👌
Hey there man I appreciate you making this video for all of us interested in freelancing. I have been freelancing on fiverr for a while now converting power point presentations to video and other tasks. I can honestly say that freelancing can be a great way to make some extra money.I have personally made over $400 just freelancing. My next step is to take what I do on Fiverr and promote it on upwork,freelancer, guru and the others for more pay. I know I am worth more than what I have been receiving, so I am going to take myself to the next level. I appreciate your candid advice and knowledge on this subject of upwork and other freelancing websites. Keep up the good work!
Use Upwork as a platform to kick start your business. Then build your own business outside of these platforms.
Hi, am new . Can you help me as a beginner what should I do?
Really excellent video. Deals with the key point about why many people (myself included to some extent) are dismissive of Upwork as a potential source of opportunities. Thanks again.
You are amazing man, in the time where I am struggling to change a life I am exhausted in, you give me some hope that there's a way to change !
+Rami Sabeh I am very happy to hear that. Don't give up.
New Sub here and I’ve been binging on all your videos Brett! Thank you for practical and motivational advice. It’s helping me get through this difficult time in my 9-5 🙏🏽 Hubby and I will definitely see you in CM💫
To the point and very good advice. Thanx Brett
thanks brett, this video motivate me to start freelance web development on Upwork by offering ten free works
Thanks for your assessment, Brett. I am starting up work because I live in a small town where there are few job opportunities. I have a BA in English (Writing) and a Me.D. in Education, and can't get a job unless I want to work in fast food. It sucks, and I am kind of stuck because I do not have the money to move. So, I decided to work on offering my services as a writer and editor online. Will Subscribe!
I just want to say that this got me into Upwork and quitting my job within a month.Thank You.
Ryuzaki how’s it been so far?
@@missiontobeaman3111 Back in a job?
Tom I’ve had a full time job since I was 19 bro lol. I do art for fun.
@@missiontobeaman3111 It's been great. I've earned $40K while still taking time to work on apps for my personal Startup.
Brett.
Hi.
I had been going thru your videos and found them extremely helpful.
I have written down the books you suggested and am going thru the html, css, javascript, jquery and boot strap.
I have a regular job and have to take out time. Gradually I'll buy the other books you suggested and also the photo shop on linda.
You are an angel and I consider you an excellent mentor.
Although you specified 6 months but it may take longer for me.
English is not my mother tongue so need adjustments.
I am also going thru your other videos on your web site which we definitely find good cure to find jobs online.
I would be very grateful to God if he creates more people like you who goes out of the way to help.
Do you have training courses available online. Please let us know.
God bless you.
Thanks and best regards.
Zee.
Brett, love you channel. Quickly about upwork...I just tried to create an account and I ran into a problem. The platform would not let me update my business address and as a result I am unable to submit a proposal on jobs. They have no "contact us" info so now what? This D-level type of platform is something that people will not trust or use. If a platform is not seamless and easy to use people won't use them. Too bad for upwork. I'll look for another, better designed platform. Keep up the great work on your channel!
Thanks for the informative and straight talking videos Brett. They are greatly appreciated. I am currently entering year 5 of a biomedical degree which I've been studying in the evening after my job as a carpenter. I was all set for applying to medical school until I paid a visit to Thailand a year or so ago. I fell in love with the country instantly! Having enjoyed using the data software 'R' at university, I have decided to give web development a go. I have signed up to a course on Udemy. Hopefully I'll be able to sustain myself in Thailand in the not so distant future. Thanks for all you help and advice.
Why not do work in R?
Brett Dev I have always been quite artistic , I enjoy drawing and painting. I find coding quite satisfying in a weird way? I figured if I can design and build something that somebody else can enjoy, then there's a reward in that. I looked into working as a doctor in Thailand. You have to have excellent written and spoken Thai skills and obviously a medical license from the UK. My Thai is limited to Nana Plaza level farang pleasantries at present, so it's a tall order. We will see what happens...
Hey Mate you are a genuos thanks for remember us to firts build a customer relationship, before to aply a good asigment in freelance process.
Hi Brett , this is great stuff. I totally agree that someone with 20 yrs of experience may struggle in freelancing because it's a different game altogether. I have also been making some videos to help the Indian audience and have plans to make videos in English as well. Keep posting the great content.
Awesome keep it up!
Great video Brett very informative
hi I'm Ash from Bangladesh. I watched some of your videos , they were really productive . thank you for them .
Thanks Ash.
People like you are someone else's hope. Keep up
Great video, pulls no punches. As you know I'm intending to relocate in CM and this is great food for thought on how to generate some extra bucks and, most importantly for me, keep the brain from vegetating. My son, who is dual UK and Thai national is coming over to take in SE Asia and wants to generate income whilst travelling. He has the advantage of recently graduating with a media based degree. Currently does freelance work as videographer (spelling?) and photographer, but skilled in building websites and apps too. I've sent him a link to this video.
Great stuff Ian, I have a photography related video coming very soon which I think will be of a lot of interest. With that repertoire of skills I can see him doing just fine. It's important to get started ASAP and keep close relationships with all clients, long term this pays off.
Very well said. Thanks for the video.
Really appreciate your point of view. Most videos about Freelancing sites are negative and go over 'Why you shouldn't do it'. Thanks!
Outstanding info. Keep up the good work!
Thank you for the comment. Glad you found it helpful.
you have a nice way for explaining .thank you .
Thanks for the comment.
THAT FUCKING CHICKEN !!!!!!!!
+nick richardson LOL
dude thanks, great video
another great video Brett. You always cover the practical side of things very well.
I'm planning on visiting Thailand early next year and had the same thoughts you discussed about competing with low hourly rates as an Android Developer.
I never knew you could have region specific jobs on Upwork.
Customer Acquisition is a very important point, thanks for changing my perspective on freelancing 👌.
Thanks Jerry for the comment. Use Upwork to get free leads. Get your clients contact details (emails) through doing small jobs for a good price and then nurture these leads and clients, email market to them on a regular basis and they will keep coming back over and over again. Constant communication is the key!
Brett Dev great tip! thanks
this is valuable, thanks!. Greetings from Venezuela!
Great video.. I love the comparision between corporate job and freelancer
Great video Brett, thx !
Thanks for the comment Edouard
I just love your concept, thank you
Thank you for the video. Thumbs UP👍,
I'm gonna look into upwork and similar sites, cheers!
Thank you for the time you've put into your video. I'm one of those who has no experience in SEO content authoring, not blogging. I'm looking forward to see where it takes me and I appreciate your videos. Also, I'm 62 yrs. old so this isn't just for the those who aren't Baby Boomers.
+Martin Schneider thanks for the comment best of luck with your venture
5:40 wow that's some awesome advice
this is a great video!!
great advice bro... Very well explained and you gave some great tips. thanks
+Aamir Afzal thank you for watching
Great sharing video. Love it. Thanks so much.
Thank you for the comment.
Do you have tips on managing taxes while traveling as a freelancer? Thanks for this video!
hey, great info there! so what should I so I don't need to compete against freelancers from other countries, especially, native English speakers?
Excellent advice 👍
Thanks Man for motivation :-)
Thanks for the comment
Great Video, thank you.
How do you address the fact it is near on impossible to get accepted as a web dev. Freelancer on UpWork?
Is basic membership is helpfull or should go to premium membership is fine...?
NIce Job Man, God bless you
really nice and informing, video.. helped me understand the concept, of freelancing at a more detailed level.. thanks...
Great, glad you found it useful Victor.
Great video Brett! Really helpful! Are you in Chiang Mai at the moment ?
+Ashleigh Clayton yes back in Chiang Mai
Cool. If you do another meet up in Chiang Mai let me know! Be great to get some tips face to face ! :)
By the way this is a great video.It have changed the way i think.So thank you.
I’m motivated to get started :D
I liked the rooster crow touch on the background
One of the problems I had with a couple of freelance worksites a couple of years ago was confirming my qualifications in order to receive a profile flag that would show the qualifications and present my profile when one of their clients was searching for someone to do a project.
At the time, I was self-employed and freelancing after a 40 year career in accounting, auditing, and financial management. I had three international professional certifications. I had successfully held financial management, audit, and consulting positions in the USA, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Yet, I failed the accounting qualification tests that those websites used. The reason for failing? The tests were structured for people whose entire accounting experience was based on the accounting system in India before India began adopting IFRS. The company would not accept my international certifications as a substitute for their own online test. At that point, it was no longer worthwhile for me to attempt freelancing through any of those websites.
what do you do if your upwork application has been rejected?
Hey thanks for the info. I am a little worried about not being able to get people to hire me because even though I've been writing for 20+ years professionally, most of my work has been published internally and I didn't keep any clippings and there's not way to access them online. I do have a few articles published on LinkedIn, but don't have a real portfolio. I know that if I can get those first few, I'll knock their socks off, but it's getting those first few. Any suggestions?
Great question Rob and a situation I have been in myself. I am going to address this in an upcoming video.
please send us a link when you do (or if you already did)
You are a great man. Pls are there jobs i can do that don't require skills like web designing, programming and the likes. I would love things like typing that kind of stuff or something more.
I Brett, I would really like some advice. I have been trying freelancer now for a week and still haven't received 1 job except scammers or someone who wants all work for no pay. How did you get your first job?
Hello Brett, I have submitted a lot of proposals on upwork and freelancer sites, I don't know what I'm doing wrong, but I can't land any job interviews. I had one job actually but the customers flaked out at the end. I want to focus on translating texts from english and french and doing some graphic design, and admin support, is there any advice you give out to be able to land my first jobs? thanks> I subd btw
Thanks for your explication is very useful.
Thanks for the comment, happy to help.
Great video and on point....
Thank you
generous in sharing facts...
Upwork take 20% of your fee but I guess once you have contacted a client and done some work for them you can get repeat business fom that client directly and cut out Upwork altogether.
Hey Brett, thanks lot
How I get my up work I'd approved. upwork rejected my I'd number of time
Thanks
So freelance simply means offering my services to a business and set my own salary?
Thank you sir!
i been reading reviews for both these sites phone apps. this video made me wanna check them out but the reviews are.... not so great
I don't understand why people complain about Upwork. Because you can't earn a mountain from a mole hill? People want to make a lot of money without putting in half of the work. Hard work, works! Everyone starts off low, but if you keep with it, then you'll make it. Simple as that.
Yes Jason. Most people are lazy bums!
Seth Louis. Agreed. I started at the bottom and now have far too many invites and have had steady work for the past 74 days. If you want it, you'll put forth the effort.
My goal is to freelance and move to Thailand for a couple of years. Any advice ?
Subscribe :)
hahaha xD
Vietnam is better than Thailand in many ways.
I have the same goal
I have joined upwork butnot completed works yet.Should I apply for entry level positions or Intermediate/Expert level?? Pls reply in detail..
Sir can you help me to get my upwork registration approved
Thanks
Well said Brett. I would like to do a 10 minute interview with you to ask 10 questions relevant to my channels subscribers about online freelance income/work opportunities in writing, wordpress website design and computer programming. Are you available for a ten minute or so skype interview?
Hi, I'm Claire. I just would like to say that this is really very helpful to me, I'm only about to start as a freelancer and I'm still gathering more knowledge about this job. Do you think that I've got any chance to work as a freelancer? I would not want to give up that easily, but it's really very hard as a beginner. Thanks a lot for the great video. I wish you more success in the future. God bless.
Of course, why not?
Hey Brett, If you were cursed with a hard to pronounce Slavic last name like myself (Todosiev), would you consider going by a different name on UpWork and other platforms in order not to scare potential clients away?
+Captain Capitalism To-Do-Siev. Vey-Ner-Chuck. Break it down and embrace it. It's a cool name and isn't scaring anyone.
Brett Dev We don't carry the same stigma Indian and ME freelancers do, but It's still there (and for good reason I imagine).
People have told me that the To-Do part is hard to pronounce, so I thought about shortening my last name name to Dosiev. It's much easier to pronounce and simplicity is everything these days.
I know someone who is a good writer with a background in Art and design and wiriting/ English but she has no degree. Would it be worth it for her to check out upwork?
Amazing video.. Do you still do freelance work? You failed to pitch those who might want to hire you for your skills or are you just teaching folks how to freelance now?
very good video buddy.... thank you
Thank you, for watching!
Hi Are You want to Make money skill wise, I really suggest you great marketplace in world, you can earn more form this marketplace, here has more categories skill wise work, first you create an account and select your skills and make gigs for starting work, if you need any help comments me : click here create free account :-
goo.gl/RyYe8A
Brilliant presentation.....
+SHEHRYAR YOUNIS thanks
I'm determined to start freelancing, But I dont know how to start. May I get any help ?
Sign up for my course it's free! FreelancingMasterclass.com
I'd like to subscibe to your opinions but I'm not having a good time on freelancer.com. Maybe the scams have got worse (usually potential clients demanding deposits) since your video, I'm not sure. I've been freelancing as a graphic designer for 25 years but have only just recently decided to go online to look for work. I have found all responses to my bids so far have been from people demanding deposits. I'll watch as many other videos as I can but I'm a bit skeptical.
I think you are right
Brother, i have worked many project im usa companies whis is working here. The work was data correction,medical billing accounts verifying of insurance policy. So could you or any one suggest me freelancin service where i can do work. 🙂🙂
what should i do for this i get in upwork (We’ve reviewed your profile and currently our marketplace doesn’t have opportunities for your area of expertise.
If you have more relevant skills or experience to add, you can update and re-submit your application. You can find more information regarding our decision here. )
can I work on up work? I'm 15 years old and +3 years experience in photoshop :)
Lol, why not. I had an eBay store selling DVD's when I was 15-17. Use your parents card to set up a PayPal account so you can get paid.
Anas Ahmed yes, you can but just make sure you show proof that you can do the work nesscary, for doing
@@victorhardy7949 can i work for you as a writer ..gofodhiambo@gmail.com
thanks
Hey man ....I want to know how to get clients .Help me out man.
Good content
hey bret..share your job to me.Icant get some job idk why...
Within 3 weeks I landed four projects equaling $450. Some say UpWork doesn't work. It does. I'm proof, I just started in April 2018.
Nice one!
Hi digi phigs, any advice how to do well as a newcomer in Upwork?
Gara Gara Kalkun. Have a great profile picture, write a good compelling profile overview, add samples of work you have completed as a team member and individually and write really good concise proposals. It's now 92 days on Up work for me and I've completed 11 projects, have 3 ongoing and have grossed $2,300. So you can be successful on this platform. Good Luck Friemd
Digi Phics WOW! Thanks a lot. I'll do my best to catch up! xoxo
Also, at the bottom of the Upwork page is a link called Community, That's the Freelancers area to post questions, help others and find information.
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