If you thought this video was great, then you DEFINITELY want to check out this one where we go through the step-by-step process of creating proposals that win Upwork jobs: th-cam.com/video/SqNyKuoPs1Q/w-d-xo.html
testimonial: I took your advise, restructured my profile and stopped sending long cover letters and did what you said and I literally got clients minutes after sending my proposals! wow! your strategies work!
Seriously, I was striking out on Upwork a couple years back and walked away from it. I decided to come back, but was still not having any success for months. I implemented some of the suggestions in the video and literally received my first ever response within 10mins. Listen to this man!
hi Jared, can you please help me out in this matter. I am also facing the same issue on upwork that you had in the past. It would be highly appreciated Thanks!
I have been doing that from my experience (...and learned it the hard over the span of years in the freelance industry) and can confirm that every word that he said is TRUE!
Hellooooo! Sooo, I followed your advice from a few videos and not only did I get a rising talent badge (which I didn't know about and is apparently based off your response time, quality of proposals and portfolio and gives me discounts on fees and more free connects) but I got two responses to proposals, one of which offered me the contract. The other apparently, had something come up. Whether that's true or not is none of my business, ha. I've been on here less than a month. I'm an entry level illustrator with zero professional experience (my portfolio is purty decent, if I say so myself) and it's an hourly gig for a kids book for a disability association. So yay thanks for the advice!
Hey, I wanted to share my good news with you!! I followed your instructions to apply for a job on upwork and I landed my first project on upwork in less than 24 hours. Thank you very much for sharing!!
@@amoasiwa.n6598 Sure. Here is a link to the document in my google docs. docs.google.com/document/d/1wwNf3QOw6wcGQC0eHPFZMkx2pa0B4B_I0JLeCEG5x_8/edit?usp=drivesdk Let me know if it works.
Brother I swear to God you're a genius . As soon as I took your advice I got a job first week of my account . Now I made another account this afternoon and applied for one and got the job just now
I loved your skit, especially because it acknowledges that Upwork customers are most likely international. I have totally done the following: - I am certain that I fully understand your needs... - Although I don't have much experience (yeah did this every now and then when entry level) - I promise... - Please consider my proposal (and here I thought that was a formality) - I have questions about your job (can't do a proper milestone without these questions answered...how to deal with that?) Thanks for this lol
I never would of thought to read the ToS before. Whenever I watch videos of writing proposals, it's all about technique and not about knowledge. Hope you do well and keep teaching us. 100%
@Teacher Waseem Height I think you're right, there's a lot of technique involved in writing a great proposal. When I first started out, I had LITERALLY NO CLUE what I was supposed to be writing to people. I just guessed, used what I had learned in the past, and tried all kinds of different things. Long, short, direct, indirect, demand-focused, objective-focused, I tried all kinds of proposals. Ultimately, when you think about "What happens NEXT" that's where you start uncovering some really good stuff. I wrote you a kind-of-long reply to your previous comment on the other video going into a bit more detail on this, but pretty much if you look PAST the "job posting" and focus more on the client's frustrations and desired end goal state, then you'll start to really be successful. Same example of "I need a website"... Frustrations: It takes a lot of time Because I don't know what I'm doing Other people can do it better and faster, and I'm tired of struggling I just need a website that looks great and does what I need it to do Desired End Goal State: No more headaches about creating my website My website makes me money because it converts prospects to leads/clients / showcases my business effectively so I win more clients / rank high in search so I save advertising dollars I'm finally relieved that what feels like such a big task, is taken off my shoulders, and is just DONE Bonus: The person I hire will show me how, in a quick walkthrough video, to do the minor changes and updates I can manage as time goes on ^^Feelings can be just as valuable as business results!
Great tips. I was however guilty of one that worked (and got my foot through the Upwork money door). I made a small sample (draft) of the job posted and sent it to the client. Even with 20-50 proposals, I got the job (as an Upwork newbie), completed it and now the client wants me to do more things. Just pointing out that it can be a really great strategy if you really want to get your foot through the door and don't mind getting there by doing some "free" work initially.
Hi Evan, I just stumbled on your videos recently and have been in the freelance industry for years without converting any clients through my proposals. So I believe by the time I start using your strategic approach, I will get my dream clients. Thanks for the videos....they are so detailed
I used to find clients many years ago with a single line. I usually referred to my previous work which was the same as they wanted. Oh God! why did I forget now? You remind me of that technique. Thanks.
Oh man! oh man! I was a little low due to not getting work these days and started to learn may be I am doing something and landed to this video, it was hilarious as well as informative now my mood is good
OMG!!! I have tried this technique just today with only 12 connects that I have sent to two 6-connect job posts. Guess what? Both of them responded asking me to proceed to the pre-assessment. Wooohooo 😻 Thank you so much 💓
I watched this video 2 weeks ago it had 30000 views in 2week expansion it reached 400000views we can see how fast the number of young men are pursuing their dream is increasing
I feel caught. Sent my first proposal this morning and can put a checkmark behind almost all don'ts 😂(including typos). My second proposal will look different thanks to your advice!
P.S. = Post Script. What you write AFTER you sign the message. Like this: Dear Ayaz Ahmad, You're an outstanding individual. Thank you so much for commenting on this video. It really means a lot to me because every time you watch the videos on this channel, and interact by leaving a like or a comment, it's an extremely helpful signal for the TH-cam algorithm to understand that you found some value in this content. TH-cam then uses the collection of all its signals to promote the videos and show them to more people who might also find it helpful. I appreciate your helpful contribution to this channel, and to our continued growth. Best regards, Freelance MVP P.S. - Don't forget to leave likes on all the videos, comment & subscribe, because remember - it's FREE 🤣
Haha i was doing it all wrong. It's my first time in upwork and i didn't have any knowledge on how to make an effective proposal, i just write whatever comes in my mind. I always make my cover letters lengthy. Now i have gone to this video, i hope this might help. Thanks for the tip
Wow you’re videos are amazing! #goals Respectfully disagree about questions in the proposal. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve lured the client into a conversation that led to a contract just because I asked an engaging question that they couldn’t resist replying to. PS: The ps tip is so clever!
Thanks Morgan, I really appreciate it! On questions, I'd say that's more "Advanced" mode stuff - the reason why it's a "no-no" for most is because tons of FLs will ask "the boring questions"... i.e. -What technology are you using? -What's your timeline? etc. I agree with you that the "question" approach does work, but it probably requires a pretty good handle on sales copywriting / persuasion in order to make it work effectively, moreso than most freelancers will have early on in their Upwork career (what I'm saying is, you're a PRO at it 🤣). Thoughts?
@Grace Awolaja Thanks for commenting, it really means a lot to me! 🤗 I'm glad you enjoyed the video - did you check out any of the others on the channel? I think they might be helpful in improving your Upwork profile & proposals.
Hi Evan. Thank you for the amazing videos! How do you include quotes as you did on your cover letter? Is there a specific way to insert it as a link or do you simply copy the review and paste it on your cover letter?
Hi, you just made an amazing video. I never did the mistakes that you provided but I still can't produce a proposal that can attract a client towards me. I spend many connects applying for jobs. but I just want to know more about how to write the first 1 or two lines. your help would be appreciated.
Only people who read comments get a ridiculous 75% discount on the Upwork Profile & Proposals Academy for the next week by using code IREADCOMMENTS (it's legit... go check geni.us/VH9mU Sometimes I do crazy sh*t to see who's listening 🤣 And sometimes, the best value comes for the people who are truly paying attention.. 🥰
@Christopher Wydock Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🤟 I personally made sure I did the captions manually - but please let me know if they need more work!
Hey Evan! As a matter of fact, it was really fun writing Hindi subtitles for this video on Rev :) Plus, you found a new subscriber! Great content and really helpful tips that I will be using. Thanks!
Wow @Aryan that was totally a test, and I only ordered them like 12 hours ago - didn't realize you would notice them so fast! Was it actually helpful? Were the subtitles accurate (well-done)? I have SO many questions !!
@@FreelanceMVP I started freelancing on Rev from about 2-3 days. The English version was accurate which I took for reference… I happened to see your project today morning and it was really fun! Rest you can be assured that the ones I translated are well done :)
That's awesome Aryan, and thanks for checking it! I think we might do more Hindi subtitles for the rest of the channel if people really start to use them :D
For context, English subtitles get used by over 40% of viewers which as I understand, is a SUPER high percentage for a channel. Lot of international viewers, and many in South Asia.
Let me ask you this Aryan: do you think that for the AVERAGE Hindi-speaking viewer, Hindi subtitles are useful? Call me uncultured, but I just do not know the level of English knowledge for a Hindi-first-language audience...☺️
Thanks for the helpful tips! I hope to have the first order, I just joined upwork, I don't have any customers yet, that's why they don't trust me yet, hope to follow your channel for more tips again! Thanks a lot
Hello, Evan. Appreciate you're video. What will i do if i don't have any past clients/experience? Bookkeeping is my chosen niche and I am QuickBooks Certified now. Thank you for the response.!!
@Kyle Omac thanks for your comment - I would say start by collecting Testimonials! Did you check out these videos already? th-cam.com/video/VDnIJ8gmC8c/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/bfUCTD5NsvU/w-d-xo.html
Awesome stuff - I was doing about half of your strong recommendations but certainly looking for ways to improve after 9 (part-part-time) years at UW. Thank you...
I followed all of your instructions and made changes. Gained alot of knowledge and helped me to land on my first Job... Thanks for this beautiful platform Follower on FB and TH-cam as well🤘
Hi Evan, I have seen your 2 videos on upwork proposal and you are talking entirely different things in both of the video. In one of the video you told in depth about how to write a proposal, which will be a long proposal for sure. And here you are saying just few lines will be enough. PS: What to do, I am really confused. Please help me out
Great video I really liked it! :D I'm sorry for this question but you said that I should put the name of the customer in the beginning of the cover letter but should I write Sir/Madame if I don't find the customer's name or what?
Outclass content. You are doing a great job Evan. Much appreciated. Would you please like to make content on how to make investor-ready Pitch Deck & Business Plan guides? I am also from your niche and struggling for improving my skillset and techniques.
@# JD Thank you SO MUCH JD! I'd love to focus more on specific niches and industries but we're just not quite there yet - still have a LOT to cover on the "overall Upwork" side of things. How long have you been doing this kind of work on Upwork? Has it worked well for you so far?
@@FreelanceMVP You are always welcome Evan. I have been doing this work for the last 6 months. I am facing the same problem of not getting job invitations and not getting responses to cover letters. Although I have added portfolio items, done 4 jobs, 100% profile is completed. Need your further guidance.
@# JD Job invitations come after you have a solid, established reputation and track record on Upwork, so I'd focus on converting clients via Cover Letters first. Since you mentioned you've done 4 jobs, I would try to pump that number up to more like 10 jobs (that's where the first invites really started coming for me, though I guess there's more activity now). Great job on the 100% profile completion. The next place I'd try is to improve your work portfolio items to absolute world-class standard. It would be a good exercise to check out my video on Upwork Profile, specifically the part about work examples. Basically, what you're looking to do is show clients that the work they'll get with you is absolute world-class. That will most likely do a lot of work for you, when reaching out to clients as well as when inbound starts to come your way. That's where I'd focus first - AWESOME work examples that show you are doing work among the best of the best.
Great content! Thank you for making videos here. Your videos really help freelancers like me. 💯 I am working with a client and my proposed contract is approved with the same budget as our first project. I think I am delivering what she needed and she is giving good replies. My questions are: 1. Is it ok to ask for a review even if I am planning to work with them again on a project? 2. How can I nicely set higher budget/bid amount on my next proposed contract, doing the same work? (The client is very nice that I don’t want to offend her, but I’m thinking of possible way of raising my earning) Thank you so much and more power! 🙏
@John Raymond B. Aguila thank YOU so much! Really glad to help 🥰 Just to make sure I understand your question, I’m assuming that you have an Upwork contract (#1) open right now. Contract #2 is proposed but #1 is not ended with feedback. (that is what I’m assuming) If that’s the case, I would NOT accept contract #2 until contract #1 is closed, with 5-star feedback and a great review. I’ve made the mistake of opening a second contract before, and the client didn’t give any feedback on #1. Then later, they got upset for some unknown reason, and threatened to give 1 star on both contracts. NOT great. I was able to “save the contracts” and got 5-stars on both, but it EASILY could have gone the other way. It was basically my mistake for allowing #2 to start, BEFORE I A. had 5-star feedback locked in on contract #1, and was therefore pretty confident that this is a “normal person” who gives good feedback and is OK to work with again. Will give you some suggested words in another comment of how to ask for more! Might even do a video on it sometime!
@@FreelanceMVP you understand it well. Thank you for the advice. I will surely ask for a 5 star review after this contract. I appreciate you replying on my concern. 🙏😊
@John Raymund B. Aguila JOHN THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND IS PROBABLY A LARGE PART OF THE SOURCE OF MY UPWORK SUCCESS. You are an extremely smart person for asking about this, because getting this part of the workflow right is ABSOLUTELY CRITICAL to raising your rates fast and making lots of money on Upwork. Read more below. Here's what I'd write / say: "Hey Mike [your client's name], I'm glad that we're working so well together, and I really appreciate your confidence in working together on this next project. Here's my thoughts: -I love working with clients on a long-term basis when we're a really great fit -In fact, my work is actually ~80% repeat clients and referrals -One foot in front of the other. Let's get this current project closed out, then we just open up a new job (I could even handle the admin on that) Here's next steps for now, to close out the current project: [use modified Next Steps language from my TH-cam video about asking for 5-star reviews]" Basically, you want to lock in the 5-star review at this stage, on Contract #1. Then, once you have seen that... 1. They have done what you asked (and it was very easy for them) 2. They have closed out your contract and given you a 5-star review 3. They have given you great feedback *****************The important part***************** You've just established some really key things. Past human behavior is a very strong indicator of future human behavior. If they gave you 5-stars on Contract #1 and you didn't have to ask multiple times for them to 'please don't forget to press "End Contract" and go through the feedback process', then they'll probably be easy to work with and are more likely to give you similar feedback / rating on Contract #2!! ...then at THAT POINT do you open up Contract #2! YOU can now propose them Contract #2 (go to Contract #1 in All Contracts, press "..." Propose New Contract) This is so crucial, because think of it the other way around: Imagine Contract #1 = $500 Contract #2 = $9,000 Imagine you just keep Contract #1 open, and do more work, hourly, under Contract #1. Then you have Contract #1 = $9,500, and 0 feedback so far (I do not believe that mid-contract feedback is as valuable as END CONTRACT feedback!!). You still have no idea if this is a person who will give you a 5-star rating and a great review. You are GAMBLING YOUR UPWORK REPUTATION, and therefore gambling your future earnings. The process of opening up Contract #2 after you have closed out Contract #1, is super-easy and low-friction. (See above - all they have to do is press ACCEPT) So why would you not lock in the 5-star feedback first? Your earning % won't change... only your JSS can benefit. And your rates can increase faster. P.S. - Protip - leave a Freelancer Response immediately on 5-star Upwork feedback (don't delay - there's a timer to do this!), telling them: "Hey Mike [your client's name], thank you so much for your very kind words! It was a pleasure to work together and looking forward to our upcoming project!"
Hi, Freelance MVP! This is such a great content. I really love it. I would like to ask, what if you want to apply for a certain position and you don’t have an experience but you’ve undergone training on that specific position. Can you recommend what to include in the cover letter? Thank you so much in advance. Looking forward to your feedback!🤗
@Hence great question - I would then focus on creating some really awesome work examples to stand in for being lighter on the side of your track record. I think we might have a video already live on the channel focusing on that :D ❤️
Hi Evan, I am a new Upwork member. I had a giggle after watching your video and realized the short comings of my cover letter and profile. Wow, thank you so much.
Did you watch through all the videos on the channel and take all the steps @Sri L? Check out this playlist, hope you will find it helpful in finding work & improving your JSS! th-cam.com/play/PL7fJudsfzDlrVTxlDw7GMH8k14eJoaCVZ.html
Hai mr... I really pleasure for your video upload. Because this is first time for me to be a freelancer career. I hope you always make video to help more of newbie freelancer to start them career. Thanks... 😊
Hi I am new in Upwork recently made an account on it I am so much confuse what to write in cover letter or how to apply . Hope through your guidance I could get clients too Very informative video
I have a question🙋🏿♀️🙋🏿♀️ What about the language you use in your proposal? Should it be formal or informal? I watched in another video about Upwork, that informal language lands one jobs more than formal language does, because it appears more friendly and conversational. Is that true or not?
Hello am also a freelancer from upwork and I want to know more about getting quick replies from client and the way they can quickly answer ones proposal
Instead of submitting text proposal, what if I record a short video covering all his project's brief points and send it as attachment? Can a video proposal have a good impact than a text proposal? Will it be against Upwork terms & Conditions?
I am a Web Scrapper so I just collect data from websites using Python and stuff. I see Jobs asking to parse some websites and I want to include part of the job already done as a proof I am confident with the topic. Is this a bad thing?
OVER 200k VIEWS!!! HOLY MOTHER! Man so many people are now aware of the potential of Upwork and how to better leverage it because of you Mr Fisher. Well done. 1 Million soon as predicted.
My problem is - Please fix the error below. Unable to send job proposal to any client from my upwork account. Connect is getting disconnected but proposal is not being submitted. Please give any video of solution for this🥺🙏🙏 Please solve and reply me
Wow, awesome! Great job @James - test completed! Now it's time to put things into action when the stakes are real, and see how it goes! KEEP CRUSHING IT 🔥 #freelancewins
thanks for the advice , im already 1 week in upwork , and i didnt connect yet for any culient . Help me , anyone here . im a graphic artist , draw an anime , charcoal portrait , etc.
Find a unique niche & search jobs to see what clients are posting and you'll find some good ones! Did you watch the rest of the videos on the channel??
Hey Evan, thanks for this wonderful video! (both the content and the quality of video itself) In the part where the subtitle "Instantly Archived" appears with an emphatic sound effect as you speak, what kind of video editing technique did you use?
Hey, can you explain why we should not make a quick “work-draft” ? I did that in my very FIRST proposal, and I landed my first contract which was 80 USD but.. This is how it is in the beggining.
@@FreelanceMVP I am finding them helpful! I have family in town so I'll be watching even more of your videos tomorrow and putting more labor into my profile. Excited about that cover letter video!
If you thought this video was great, then you DEFINITELY want to check out this one where we go through the step-by-step process of creating proposals that win Upwork jobs: th-cam.com/video/SqNyKuoPs1Q/w-d-xo.html
can you be my mentor?
@@veronicahnyamoita7302 Everyone would want that ;D
How to get cover latter free
Best video on TH-cam for upwork cover letter tips :)
I only follow your strategy partially but I got a response. Thank you for creating valuable content. 💗
testimonial: I took your advise, restructured my profile and stopped sending long cover letters and did what you said and I literally got clients minutes after sending my proposals! wow! your strategies work!
Wow, that is insane. It's crazy but I know that it literally can happen like that so, I'm super glad for you!!❤️
#freelancewins
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Hi sis
Please, how do I start?
Hey can you
or share some lines that you have uploaded on the cover letter
Seriously, I was striking out on Upwork a couple years back and walked away from it. I decided to come back, but was still not having any success for months.
I implemented some of the suggestions in the video and literally received my first ever response within 10mins.
Listen to this man!
hi Jared, can you please help me out in this matter. I am also facing the same issue on upwork that you had in the past. It would be highly appreciated Thanks!
I have been doing that from my experience (...and learned it the hard over the span of years in the freelance industry) and can confirm that every word that he said is TRUE!
Hellooooo! Sooo, I followed your advice from a few videos and not only did I get a rising talent badge (which I didn't know about and is apparently based off your response time, quality of proposals and portfolio and gives me discounts on fees and more free connects) but I got two responses to proposals, one of which offered me the contract. The other apparently, had something come up. Whether that's true or not is none of my business, ha. I've been on here less than a month. I'm an entry level illustrator with zero professional experience (my portfolio is purty decent, if I say so myself) and it's an hourly gig for a kids book for a disability association. So yay thanks for the advice!
Hey, I wanted to share my good news with you!! I followed your instructions to apply for a job on upwork and I landed my first project on upwork in less than 24 hours. Thank you very much for sharing!!
Wow, incredible job!! Keep on crushing it!
#freelancewins
@Michelle we share the same name
I'm from Ghana..can you share your letter or the proposal you sent to get the gig please?
@@amoasiwa.n6598 Sure.
Here is a link to the document in my google docs.
docs.google.com/document/d/1wwNf3QOw6wcGQC0eHPFZMkx2pa0B4B_I0JLeCEG5x_8/edit?usp=drivesdk
Let me know if it works.
Brother I swear to God you're a genius . As soon as I took your advice I got a job first week of my account . Now I made another account this afternoon and applied for one and got the job just now
Fantastic! That's wonderful!!!! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 Keep the wins going!
#freelancewins
How many accounts can we open on Upwork? CAn you tell me please 🙏❤
I loved your skit, especially because it acknowledges that Upwork customers are most likely international. I have totally done the following:
- I am certain that I fully understand your needs...
- Although I don't have much experience (yeah did this every now and then when entry level)
- I promise...
- Please consider my proposal (and here I thought that was a formality)
- I have questions about your job (can't do a proper milestone without these questions answered...how to deal with that?)
Thanks for this lol
I never would of thought to read the ToS before. Whenever I watch videos of writing proposals, it's all about technique and not about knowledge.
Hope you do well and keep teaching us. 100%
@Teacher Waseem Height I think you're right, there's a lot of technique involved in writing a great proposal. When I first started out, I had LITERALLY NO CLUE what I was supposed to be writing to people. I just guessed, used what I had learned in the past, and tried all kinds of different things. Long, short, direct, indirect, demand-focused, objective-focused, I tried all kinds of proposals. Ultimately, when you think about "What happens NEXT" that's where you start uncovering some really good stuff. I wrote you a kind-of-long reply to your previous comment on the other video going into a bit more detail on this, but pretty much if you look PAST the "job posting" and focus more on the client's frustrations and desired end goal state, then you'll start to really be successful. Same example of "I need a website"...
Frustrations:
It takes a lot of time
Because I don't know what I'm doing
Other people can do it better and faster, and I'm tired of struggling
I just need a website that looks great and does what I need it to do
Desired End Goal State:
No more headaches about creating my website
My website makes me money because it converts prospects to leads/clients / showcases my business effectively so I win more clients / rank high in search so I save advertising dollars
I'm finally relieved that what feels like such a big task, is taken off my shoulders, and is just DONE
Bonus: The person I hire will show me how, in a quick walkthrough video, to do the minor changes and updates I can manage as time goes on
^^Feelings can be just as valuable as business results!
Great tips. I was however guilty of one that worked (and got my foot through the Upwork money door). I made a small sample (draft) of the job posted and sent it to the client. Even with 20-50 proposals, I got the job (as an Upwork newbie), completed it and now the client wants me to do more things. Just pointing out that it can be a really great strategy if you really want to get your foot through the door and don't mind getting there by doing some "free" work initially.
Hi Evan, I just stumbled on your videos recently and have been in the freelance industry for years without converting any clients through my proposals. So I believe by the time I start using your strategic approach, I will get my dream clients. Thanks for the videos....they are so detailed
You seem to be a fellow Nigerian, I have some other free Upwork resources if you're interested.😊
FAKE ASF
I used to find clients many years ago with a single line. I usually referred to my previous work which was the same as they wanted.
Oh God! why did I forget now? You remind me of that technique. Thanks.
That is exactly it
Oh man! oh man! I was a little low due to not getting work these days and started to learn may be I am doing something and landed to this video, it was hilarious as well as informative now my mood is good
@Nouman Jaffar stick with it, and you'll do really well!
Maybe… that will work!
OMG!!!
I have tried this technique just today with only 12 connects that I have sent to two 6-connect job posts. Guess what? Both of them responded asking me to proceed to the pre-assessment.
Wooohooo 😻
Thank you so much 💓
Awesome Dina - LOVE THAT!!!
#freelancewins
Can I see your cover? We are definitely not in the same niche so you don’t need to worry about clients receiving a similar proposal
Cover letter video drops tomorrow!
Hi, sure will drop ss here. Sorry I just read your comments.
hi dina. can u share please.
I watched this video 2 weeks ago it had 30000 views in 2week expansion it reached 400000views we can see how fast the number of young men are pursuing their dream is increasing
I would love to watch this video before WASTE all my connects doing all this proposal mistakes...
Enjoyed this. Enjoyed your upwork webinar more today. Looking forward to more videos from you. Thanks a lot, Evan.
Thanks @Ibrahim!
I feel caught. Sent my first proposal this morning and can put a checkmark behind almost all don'ts 😂(including typos). My second proposal will look different thanks to your advice!
Hey did you land your first job?
I have done this 😀
These tips are pure gold, and delivered very concisely. Not intuitive to keep the message short, but damn it makes so much sense.
Thank you so much Braum, I really appreciate you!
I am embarking on a new journey on freelancing. I am looking forward to learn a lot from you! Thank you for these knowledge.
You are so welcome Stacy! Glad you found this helpful!!
How much you made so far? I am two weeks in and made nine dollars
Why is he wearing gloves?? 😂
Sir/Madam is confused :P
@@Rayhanurkabir hahahahhaha!!
Dear Sir/Madam
I understand what you are asking.
Let's book a call to discuss why he & she is wearing gloves.
Thanks.😄😂
Informative lec but can you please tell me that what is P.S?
P.S. = Post Script. What you write AFTER you sign the message. Like this:
Dear Ayaz Ahmad,
You're an outstanding individual. Thank you so much for commenting on this video. It really means a lot to me because every time you watch the videos on this channel, and interact by leaving a like or a comment, it's an extremely helpful signal for the TH-cam algorithm to understand that you found some value in this content. TH-cam then uses the collection of all its signals to promote the videos and show them to more people who might also find it helpful. I appreciate your helpful contribution to this channel, and to our continued growth.
Best regards,
Freelance MVP
P.S. - Don't forget to leave likes on all the videos, comment & subscribe, because remember - it's FREE 🤣
Haha i was doing it all wrong. It's my first time in upwork and i didn't have any knowledge on how to make an effective proposal, i just write whatever comes in my mind. I always make my cover letters lengthy. Now i have gone to this video, i hope this might help. Thanks for the tip
Yes it more helpful ❤❤❤
Wow you’re videos are amazing! #goals
Respectfully disagree about questions in the proposal. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve lured the client into a conversation that led to a contract just because I asked an engaging question that they couldn’t resist replying to.
PS: The ps tip is so clever!
Thanks Morgan, I really appreciate it! On questions, I'd say that's more "Advanced" mode stuff - the reason why it's a "no-no" for most is because tons of FLs will ask "the boring questions"... i.e.
-What technology are you using?
-What's your timeline?
etc.
I agree with you that the "question" approach does work, but it probably requires a pretty good handle on sales copywriting / persuasion in order to make it work effectively, moreso than most freelancers will have early on in their Upwork career (what I'm saying is, you're a PRO at it 🤣). Thoughts?
@@FreelanceMVP I will always agree with flattery Evan ;)
hahahaha! I wrote to a client today, “So, here’s the thing: flattery will get you EVERYWHERE 🤗”
So what kind of questions did you ask?
@@reeltalk268 I try to engage the client in conversation. I ask questions about the project, questions about the client, etc.
WOOOOOOOOW! Been on Upwork for 3 months and only 2 responses that didnt get anywhere. I followed your advice and in 3 days i have over 5 interviews.
Thank you for the tips. My progress on Upwork has been slow. The video is insightful and hilarious.
@Grace Awolaja Thanks for commenting, it really means a lot to me! 🤗
I'm glad you enjoyed the video - did you check out any of the others on the channel? I think they might be helpful in improving your Upwork profile & proposals.
What if theres no client name? Whats the best way to address the client
Hi Evan. Thank you for the amazing videos!
How do you include quotes as you did on your cover letter? Is there a specific way to insert it as a link or do you simply copy the review and paste it on your cover letter?
Check this livestream for more detail on that @Pamela Hellyer: th-cam.com/video/IkinMuT6A3g/w-d-xo.html
Thank you Evan!
Your videos have instantly increased the amount of jobs I receive. Thank you for all your helpful advice.
Wow - that's AWESOME @Pamela Hellyer LETSGOOOOOO🚀🚀🚀
#freelancewins
Hi Mr. Evan I need your help siro
@@FreelanceMVPIt says video unavailable 😢
I'm new to upwork. I don't have client yet. This is really good.
excuse me sir, do you have client now? just curious if you have any progress coz i still new
Hi, you just made an amazing video. I never did the mistakes that you provided but I still can't produce a proposal that can attract a client towards me.
I spend many connects applying for jobs. but I just want to know more about how to write the first 1 or two lines. your help would be appreciated.
@DJANGO DEVELOPER thanks - glad to have you here! We will probably be doing a video or livestream on this soon!
@@FreelanceMVP thanks man
10/10, I have totally made the first proposal mistake. Now, I'll need to update my documents.
:) we love to see progress!!
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Sometimes I do crazy sh*t to see who's listening 🤣
And sometimes, the best value comes for the people who are truly paying attention.. 🥰
Appreciate the vid Evan, my first time in Upwork and I was about to send a long detailed covered letter.
Don't know how youtube recommended the video but these are great tips to start implementing!!
Love your style of explaining ♥️😂
@Muhammad Arbaz thank you so much - I really appreciate it!😻
What about cover letters for absolute newbies who doesn't have freelance experience but have other relevant experience?
Hey cousin! Great and very amusing along with positive attitude you surely crack me up but hey great work! Much love.
@Christopher Wydock Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🤟 I personally made sure I did the captions manually - but please let me know if they need more work!
@@FreelanceMVP dude your captions are spot on! 👌
I love it!
Great effort I'll try these techniques...
Awesome!
Hey Evan! As a matter of fact, it was really fun writing Hindi subtitles for this video on Rev :) Plus, you found a new subscriber! Great content and really helpful tips that I will be using. Thanks!
Wow @Aryan that was totally a test, and I only ordered them like 12 hours ago - didn't realize you would notice them so fast! Was it actually helpful? Were the subtitles accurate (well-done)? I have SO many questions !!
@@FreelanceMVP I started freelancing on Rev from about 2-3 days. The English version was accurate which I took for reference… I happened to see your project today morning and it was really fun! Rest you can be assured that the ones I translated are well done :)
That's awesome Aryan, and thanks for checking it! I think we might do more Hindi subtitles for the rest of the channel if people really start to use them :D
For context, English subtitles get used by over 40% of viewers which as I understand, is a SUPER high percentage for a channel. Lot of international viewers, and many in South Asia.
Let me ask you this Aryan: do you think that for the AVERAGE Hindi-speaking viewer, Hindi subtitles are useful? Call me uncultured, but I just do not know the level of English knowledge for a Hindi-first-language audience...☺️
Thanks for the helpful tips!
I hope to have the first order, I just joined upwork, I don't have any customers yet, that's why they don't trust me yet, hope to follow your channel for more tips again!
Thanks a lot
Terrific output Evans. I'm new at Upwork and I think this video is a killer way to get started.
Thank you Isaac - congratulations on getting started! you have a long and successful road ahead
Can you update us now if you had any success? I'm you but two months ago, just started in this platform
the idea of putting reviews of Upwork there is awesome new for me. I am also happy that i was doing 80% if these tips, good!
Hello, Evan. Appreciate you're video. What will i do if i don't have any past clients/experience? Bookkeeping is my chosen niche and I am QuickBooks Certified now. Thank you for the response.!!
@Kyle Omac thanks for your comment - I would say start by collecting Testimonials! Did you check out these videos already?
th-cam.com/video/VDnIJ8gmC8c/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/bfUCTD5NsvU/w-d-xo.html
even after 2 years! this video is gem! i got my first client because of this video!
Awesome stuff - I was doing about half of your strong recommendations but certainly looking for ways to improve after 9 (part-part-time) years at UW. Thank you...
That's great, I'm glad! Keep crushing it Steven!
I rarely ever comment on TH-cam but this was extremely helpful, thank you
@Luke thank you SO much, I really appreciate your support! Are you going to put it to good use? 😻
I followed all of your instructions and made changes. Gained alot of knowledge and helped me to land on my first Job... Thanks for this beautiful platform
Follower on FB and TH-cam as well🤘
You ROCK @Taimur!
Hi Evan,
I have seen your 2 videos on upwork proposal and you are talking entirely different things in both of the video. In one of the video you told in depth about how to write a proposal, which will be a long proposal for sure. And here you are saying just few lines will be enough.
PS:
What to do, I am really confused. Please help me out
Great video I really liked it! :D
I'm sorry for this question but you said that I should put the name of the customer in the beginning of the cover letter but should I write Sir/Madame if I don't find the customer's name or what?
No worries, you can just write "Hey, " and go into your cover letter if you can't find the name of the client
i love how entertaining and informative your videos are. Keep up the good work!
Outclass content. You are doing a great job Evan.
Much appreciated.
Would you please like to make content on how to make investor-ready Pitch Deck & Business Plan guides? I am also from your niche and struggling for improving my skillset and techniques.
@# JD Thank you SO MUCH JD! I'd love to focus more on specific niches and industries but we're just not quite there yet - still have a LOT to cover on the "overall Upwork" side of things. How long have you been doing this kind of work on Upwork? Has it worked well for you so far?
@@FreelanceMVP You are always welcome Evan. I have been doing this work for the last 6 months. I am facing the same problem of not getting job invitations and not getting responses to cover letters. Although I have added portfolio items, done 4 jobs, 100% profile is completed.
Need your further guidance.
@# JD Job invitations come after you have a solid, established reputation and track record on Upwork, so I'd focus on converting clients via Cover Letters first. Since you mentioned you've done 4 jobs, I would try to pump that number up to more like 10 jobs (that's where the first invites really started coming for me, though I guess there's more activity now). Great job on the 100% profile completion. The next place I'd try is to improve your work portfolio items to absolute world-class standard. It would be a good exercise to check out my video on Upwork Profile, specifically the part about work examples. Basically, what you're looking to do is show clients that the work they'll get with you is absolute world-class. That will most likely do a lot of work for you, when reaching out to clients as well as when inbound starts to come your way. That's where I'd focus first - AWESOME work examples that show you are doing work among the best of the best.
@@FreelanceMVP thanks man for sharing that amazing knowledge.
@# JD my pleasure - you ROCK!
I am so going to try this your method. Am new to Upwork and am glad I saw this video. Wish me luck!
Great content! Thank you for making videos here. Your videos really help freelancers like me. 💯
I am working with a client and my proposed contract is approved with the same budget as our first project. I think I am delivering what she needed and she is giving good replies. My questions are:
1. Is it ok to ask for a review even if I am planning to work with them again on a project?
2. How can I nicely set higher budget/bid amount on my next proposed contract, doing the same work? (The client is very nice that I don’t want to offend her, but I’m thinking of possible way of raising my earning)
Thank you so much and more power! 🙏
@John Raymond B. Aguila thank YOU so much! Really glad to help 🥰
Just to make sure I understand your question, I’m assuming that you have an Upwork contract (#1) open right now. Contract #2 is proposed but #1 is not ended with feedback. (that is what I’m assuming)
If that’s the case, I would NOT accept contract #2 until contract #1 is closed, with 5-star feedback and a great review. I’ve made the mistake of opening a second contract before, and the client didn’t give any feedback on #1. Then later, they got upset for some unknown reason, and threatened to give 1 star on both contracts. NOT great. I was able to “save the contracts” and got 5-stars on both, but it EASILY could have gone the other way. It was basically my mistake for allowing #2 to start, BEFORE I A. had 5-star feedback locked in on contract #1, and was therefore pretty confident that this is a “normal person” who gives good feedback and is OK to work with again.
Will give you some suggested words in another comment of how to ask for more! Might even do a video on it sometime!
@@FreelanceMVP you understand it well. Thank you for the advice. I will surely ask for a 5 star review after this contract. I appreciate you replying on my concern. 🙏😊
@John Raymund B. Aguila Happy to help! Be sure to drop more comments on videos for any other questions you have!
@John Raymund B. Aguila JOHN THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND IS PROBABLY A LARGE PART OF THE SOURCE OF MY UPWORK SUCCESS. You are an extremely smart person for asking about this, because getting this part of the workflow right is ABSOLUTELY CRITICAL to raising your rates fast and making lots of money on Upwork. Read more below.
Here's what I'd write / say:
"Hey Mike [your client's name], I'm glad that we're working so well together, and I really appreciate your confidence in working together on this next project.
Here's my thoughts:
-I love working with clients on a long-term basis when we're a really great fit
-In fact, my work is actually ~80% repeat clients and referrals
-One foot in front of the other. Let's get this current project closed out, then we just open up a new job (I could even handle the admin on that)
Here's next steps for now, to close out the current project:
[use modified Next Steps language from my TH-cam video about asking for 5-star reviews]"
Basically, you want to lock in the 5-star review at this stage, on Contract #1. Then, once you have seen that...
1. They have done what you asked (and it was very easy for them)
2. They have closed out your contract and given you a 5-star review
3. They have given you great feedback
*****************The important part*****************
You've just established some really key things. Past human behavior is a very strong indicator of future human behavior. If they gave you 5-stars on Contract #1 and you didn't have to ask multiple times for them to 'please don't forget to press "End Contract" and go through the feedback process', then they'll probably be easy to work with and are more likely to give you similar feedback / rating on Contract #2!!
...then at THAT POINT do you open up Contract #2! YOU can now propose them Contract #2 (go to Contract #1 in All Contracts, press "..." Propose New Contract)
This is so crucial, because think of it the other way around:
Imagine Contract #1 = $500
Contract #2 = $9,000
Imagine you just keep Contract #1 open, and do more work, hourly, under Contract #1. Then you have Contract #1 = $9,500, and 0 feedback so far (I do not believe that mid-contract feedback is as valuable as END CONTRACT feedback!!). You still have no idea if this is a person who will give you a 5-star rating and a great review. You are GAMBLING YOUR UPWORK REPUTATION, and therefore gambling your future earnings.
The process of opening up Contract #2 after you have closed out Contract #1, is super-easy and low-friction. (See above - all they have to do is press ACCEPT)
So why would you not lock in the 5-star feedback first? Your earning % won't change... only your JSS can benefit. And your rates can increase faster.
P.S. - Protip - leave a Freelancer Response immediately on 5-star Upwork feedback (don't delay - there's a timer to do this!), telling them:
"Hey Mike [your client's name], thank you so much for your very kind words! It was a pleasure to work together and looking forward to our upcoming project!"
@@FreelanceMVP thank you so much for spending time giving me this advice. This really helps! 🙏🙏🙏 I will update you until I apply your advice 🙌🙌🙌
Me: Please consider watching this video
Other One: If it was good, you wouldn't be writing that!!! 🙏🏻🤣🤣🤣
That one was awesome!!!
Hi, Freelance MVP! This is such a great content. I really love it.
I would like to ask, what if you want to apply for a certain position and you don’t have an experience but you’ve undergone training on that specific position. Can you recommend what to include in the cover letter? Thank you so much in advance. Looking forward to your feedback!🤗
@Hence great question - I would then focus on creating some really awesome work examples to stand in for being lighter on the side of your track record. I think we might have a video already live on the channel focusing on that :D ❤️
This is a very good question. I'm having the same problem at the moment. I hope he responds.
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I was skeptical when I clicked on this video but it's terrific.
ok thank you bye bye
Thanks for this video stuff. This helps a lot for my start up working as freelancer. GREAT!
You should make an acting gig. It was hilarious.
Hi even, I am new freelancer on upwork. I did not get any job until now.
same here been looking for an online job but no lock its been a month since Im applying
Sincerely I write such proposals, I have to change that.
Well here's where to start! :)
This is easily the neatest video I have seen this year.
Hi Evan, I am a new Upwork member. I had a giggle after watching your video and realized the short comings of my cover letter and profile. Wow, thank you so much.
That's awesome, I'm so glad @Cherry!
@@FreelanceMVP 😊😊😊😊😊
Thank you for your advice,it totally worked for me💃💃💃
Wow that's awesome, it's so great to hear!!
Sir, I've been on upwork for a long time, but haven't got a client Sir on upwork...how?
Did you watch through all the videos on the channel and take all the steps @Sri L?
Check out this playlist, hope you will find it helpful in finding work & improving your JSS! th-cam.com/play/PL7fJudsfzDlrVTxlDw7GMH8k14eJoaCVZ.html
thanks this really helps me
You're welcome!
Hai mr... I really pleasure for your video upload. Because this is first time for me to be a freelancer career. I hope you always make video to help more of newbie freelancer to start them career. Thanks... 😊
Hi
I am new in Upwork recently made an account on it
I am so much confuse what to write in cover letter or how to apply .
Hope through your guidance I could get clients too
Very informative video
What if I literally just finished building my upwork profile? What would I write in the cover letter because I don’t have testimonials
This is gold. Good tips Evan :)
OMG non fluff content, a wicked sense of humour and a well timed use of a latex glove has got me subscribed already! 😝
Your videos are gold. Thank you so much
Great content! Great value! I'm just starting my career in upwork and freelancing.
I'm subscribing right away🤸
Hello sir I need your help, no show new jobs on my upwork work, what I do
Enjoyed this. Enjoyed your upwork webinar more today. Looking forward to more videos from you. Thanks a lot, Azan.
Thanks for sharing I'm a beginner on Upwork your videos are helpful, so keep it up.
Hilarious bro😂,the way you told those mistakes was something I have never seen on youtube before.it was really funny and unique.
I have a question🙋🏿♀️🙋🏿♀️ What about the language you use in your proposal? Should it be formal or informal? I watched in another video about Upwork, that informal language lands one jobs more than formal language does, because it appears more friendly and conversational. Is that true or not?
Hello am also a freelancer from upwork and I want to know more about getting quick replies from client and the way they can quickly answer ones proposal
Thank you so much . Your leading style is so sweet and helpful.
Okay, I was given up. I will give you a try.
Instead of submitting text proposal, what if I record a short video covering all his project's brief points and send it as attachment? Can a video proposal have a good impact than a text proposal? Will it be against Upwork terms & Conditions?
What about students who just started upwork, don't have experience and are looking to book their first client. ??
We have greatly benefited from your contribution to this content. Thank you very much.
thanks so much I learned a lot of things that I didn't know. Thank you very much for the video.
This man is hulk.. 😮 full energy ✨️
I am a Web Scrapper so I just collect data from websites using Python and stuff. I see Jobs asking to parse some websites and I want to include part of the job already done as a proof I am confident with the topic. Is this a bad thing?
Thanks for this video
Glad you liked it @Ifeoluwa Oladapo! Have you been on Upwork for a while?
💲...Thank you Sir. Taking notes and gotta change my cover letter and start sending proposal and start accepting no's.
OVER 200k VIEWS!!! HOLY MOTHER! Man so many people are now aware of the potential of Upwork and how to better leverage it because of you Mr Fisher. Well done. 1 Million soon as predicted.
Thanks Adam! We keep going!!!
My problem is - Please fix the error below. Unable to send job proposal to any client from my upwork account. Connect is getting disconnected but proposal is not being submitted. Please give any video of solution for this🥺🙏🙏 Please solve and reply me
Okay, this sounds crazy but I copy-pasted the one-line proposal and boom! Clients accepted! - It was a test run so I had to decline the offer
Wow, awesome! Great job @James - test completed! Now it's time to put things into action when the stakes are real, and see how it goes!
KEEP CRUSHING IT 🔥
#freelancewins
thanks for the advice , im already 1 week in upwork , and i didnt connect yet for any culient . Help me , anyone here . im a graphic artist , draw an anime , charcoal portrait , etc.
Find a unique niche & search jobs to see what clients are posting and you'll find some good ones! Did you watch the rest of the videos on the channel??
Is it Upwork needs to pay processing fee before the client made the payment for the project?
I have literally done all of those mistakes!
Great content! Thank you for making videos here. Your videos really help freelancers like me. 💯
Wow, this video is only almost 5min long but I already learned a lot! Tnx for sharing this!!!
Hey Evan, thanks for this wonderful video! (both the content and the quality of video itself) In the part where the subtitle "Instantly Archived" appears with an emphatic sound effect as you speak, what kind of video editing technique did you use?
Woah!!! I just came across this and I’m already so pumped to get started!
It’s barely 10 hours since I watched your video, and I already landed two clients. Thank you so much
That’s awesome, great job EzFx! Well done! Hope you’ll stick around 😉
Hello dear @Freelance MVP, I didn't fully understand what u were advising here from 2:40 - 3:20
Hey, can you explain why we should not make a quick “work-draft” ?
I did that in my very FIRST proposal, and I landed my first contract which was 80 USD but.. This is how it is in the beggining.
Can you explain more Giorgi?
I'm glad I'm seeing your videos before I send out a single proposal. :D
@Laura thank you - are you finding them helpful? Hey btw, new cover letter video coming THIS WEEK 😻😻😻😻😻 I think you might really like it!
@@FreelanceMVP I am finding them helpful! I have family in town so I'll be watching even more of your videos tomorrow and putting more labor into my profile. Excited about that cover letter video!
Awesome! Enjoy your time with your family - that is really what is most important.
@@FreelanceMVP Thank you! That is what makes freelancing so attractive! More flexible time makes for more memories! :D
💯💯💯