@kruna1953

00:06 Getting the first job on Upwork is difficult.
01:18 Having social proof and visual proof is crucial for freelancers
02:25 To attract clients, offer free projects for testimonials and reviews.
03:27 Starting as a freelancer on Upwork
04:24 Start as a technician or creative freelancer, then transition into consulting.
05:29 I have helped clients grow their audience through my video editing and strategy consulting.
06:35 Creating a portfolio with proof is essential for landing your first Upwork job as a beginner
07:31 Building a portfolio of proof is crucial to getting clients as a freelancer.

@ugurtemel9511

I have been accepted by one client that scammed me which was a very bad experience for me, so I came there in order to fully understand how its works, it is so helpful, and appreciated 🙏🙏

@chorizojoe8282

I searched hard for a video like this but there was this short guy from Bali giving awful advice flooding half the search results . Thanks

@ssssssssssama

This was gold. Unlike some videos which I found were too clickbaity

@caravanlifenz

Great professional video without a bunch of false promises about becoming a millionaire from Upwork.

@ericcalhoun7202

Extremely useful and applicable advice, no filler. Subscribed.

@nacquatabryson8365

Thank you for a professional concise video that I can put into action item steps. You just earned yourself a new subscriber.

@christoferbastidas2021

Hi Chad! I found your video very interesting because it is different from other types of videos that claim that you will get "1000$" in your first month on upwork but I'll tell you about my particular case... I got my first client about 6 months ago, the job was about a drawing for his swimming team (a mascot logo to be more exact) I did great and I earned 5 stars. With my second client I had a hard time since it consisted in designing a logo which the client didn't like the main sketches and fired me with 3.90 stars something sad since I had already reached 5 stars. My third "client" turned out to be a pirate wanting free work which was not completed without any feedback. But here's the problem... since I don't work I don't have money to buy connects (I live in Venezuela) and then I can only use the 10 monthly connects to get a job which is hardcore considering the rejection rate per proposal. How did you do in your beginnings? did you buy connects or not? And if so how much was your monthly budget? was there any return after spending money on connects? Thank you.

@mauriciopacheco5346

In just 1 week, I already got the Rising Talent badge but no interviews so far. Even though I already have experience in my niche, this experience was out of UpWork. Now, I know what to do to prove my experience. Thank you so much

@GideonOgbuehi

I’m just coming across this video… thanks a lot…I hope u do more vids like this😊

@THEFASHIONLABBYTANGERA

Thank you for this wonderful video. It's really helpful for beginner.

@michaelnorton9715

Thanks! I'm working on becoming a freelance web developer but I've dabbled in video editing. I could totally see myself doing what you're doing. I tried to get into freelancing on Upwork a couple years ago but ended up giving up. I have a bit more experience now in developing. It's great to watch videos like the one you made that help me fill in the gaps and overcome my fears of not being able to land gigs. #likedandsubscribed :)

@Nothingimportant1

Thank you for this video. I am a new freelancer to Upwork with a lot of experience but did not know how to get started with no client review and experience on the platform.

@Krush0-0

Easier for work that can display hard proof.  Artwork for instance is easier to proof as opposed to a sourcing job.

@muhammadofei

Great video new on Upwork so this is great advice.

@din_musaiev

I have 2 testimonials but only ~10 people just view my proposal out of 150… just threw out money every day applying to jobs

@chrisdoukiris7132

Great Video! Thanks for the tips and tricks!

@angelakaminishi9395

Why nobody talks about no “connects”? The free plan “connects” can only allows you send less than 5 proposals…

@Shahbaz_Sayyed

So you need PROOF to get that first job. Got it boss!

@lordclemz6111

Hi Chad, this is really helpful, but i wish i can learn more on freelance