How to Start Freelancing on Upwork (Beginners Tutorial)
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In this Upwork Tutorial, you will learn How to Start Freelancing on Upwork.
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CHAPTER TIMES
0:00 - Upwork Introduction
2:52 - Sponsor: Skillshare
4:38 - Upwork Contract Types
5:50 - Upwork Desktop App (Hourly Contracts)
9:53 - Out of Office Responder
11:03 - Upwork Work Diary
13:27 - Upwork Hourly Contract Example
14:05 - Upwork Fixed Price Projects
15:57 - Upwork Fixed Price Contact Example
18:27 - Upwork Project Catalog
20:34 - Which Contract Type Is Best For You?
22:07 - How to Find Jobs on Upwork
29:55 - VERY USEFUL TIP
31:39 - Upwork Pre-Contract Client Communication
35:33 - Upwork Contract Communication
36:41 - How to Get Paid on Upwork
40:07 - Upwork Fees
41:46 - Upwork Freelancer Plus Membership
43:06 - Upwork Client Reviews and Feedback
43:51 - What If I Get a Bad Client Review?
47:13 - Key Takeaways and Deals for You!
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As a business owner, I love working with people on Upwork. Great video!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Love to hear that! Thanks Ryan!
@davidthewise6617
3 жыл бұрын
Love ❤️ yah If you want to hire a software 👨💻 engineer Lemme know
I found this channel last month and thanks for guiding us. It was a much needed video and covered almost all the queries. So glad I found this channel.
This is what I call a master class. This guy deserves the best, he always publishes the most complete and useful content in every subject he posts. Many thanks Josh!!
@JoshBurnsTech
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I really appreciate the kind words :)
Thanks for sharing this content. I got less overwhelmed with the things I still need to know after watching the entire video. This is really helpful as I start my freelancing journey. :)
Thank you so much! My profile was approved and I got my first client because of your videos, by the way, I'm doing graphic design.
Awesome. Thanks. I landed my first job today. Day after watching your videos. Thanks a lot
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
So awesome to hear that and you’re very welcome!
I’m new on Upwork and this video simplifies it for me. Thank you.
I always find it interesting to see how different services work best as hourly - I myself worked hourly for a LONG time, now I'm only doing fixed price and also experimenting with the project catalog. So far all inquiries I've had there wanted something other than the project states, but still within the same industry.
Great video man!!!!! You really simplified it and made it easy to understand. This will really help many persons including me.👍👍
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Really glad to hear that! Thanks for the comment.👍
Hey Josh, another great video and inspiring as always, to say the least. Looking forward to more videos in 2021. Thanks
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Victor! Glad you enjoyed it. I have TONS of great content planned out for this year. Stay TUNED!💰💰💰
What?! A 101 just for me?! I just left one of your video topics from 2 years ago (left a comment just now). I'm hooked!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that! 😀
@Josh Burns Tech I just wanted to say that after I watched your videos I got hired and I have learned a lot from you! thank you!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear that Jordan! Thanks for sharing with everyone and keep grinding.💪💰
This was veryyyyy useful. You definitely earned a new subscriber. I’m eager to hear more of what you have to say.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Julien! Appreciate you subbing.
@tyagitrader
3 жыл бұрын
Hey how I contact with you
Like always great job Josh. Have listened to every second!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kenan! Glad you enjoy my content. Appreciate the comment as well.😀
Upwork was such an amazing part of 2020 for me. It is definitely going to always be a part of my income. Love the platform and I think finding those long-term clients are the best. Josh, you are awesome for sharing all of this information. Thanks for all of your excellent content. See you soon!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Completely agree, Upwork and freelancing is more important now than ever. So many people around the world have the opportunity to take control of their pay, schedule, etc.
This is exactly the video i have been looking for all this time, thanks again Josh for this treasure trove 🤝🔥🔥
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm really glad to hear that. 😀
Thanks! You've motivated me to try with Upwork again. It's been a year since I used it.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I’m so glad to hear that! Stick with it.😁
Hi Mr.Josh ! thanks a lot to the wonderful content and value u are extending to us.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Glad to hear that you're enjoying it.😀
Thank you Josh! You're definitely an inspiration. 😊👍💪🏽
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that! I'm really glad that you enjoy my content and that it helps you.
@belearning973
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Try this song to end a class or meeting, kzread.info/dash/bejne/hYFrwZhyYNvHopc.html
Always learning something new from you....thanks Man
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
My boy nailing it! ✌🤘
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it bro!💪
Very useful video and tips! As a new freelancer on Upwork, this is exactly the information I was looking for to understand how the platform works, thank you so much :)
@JoshBurnsTech
2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome, Cristina! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this comment. 😀
Great! That's a whole lot of guidance in a single video. Impressive!
@JoshBurnsTech
Жыл бұрын
Hope it helps! :)
Hey Josh, I want to thankyou for your guidance in freelancing. I recently completed a web related project on upwork by following one of your videos. Now, looking forward to many more. Cheers 😊
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! That's so awesome to hear. Keep up the great work! 😀
I am new to Upwork, and this video helps me a lot. Thank you, Josh.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!😀
Great job Josh!!!! kee up the good work!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Flavio! Appreciate that.
Hi Sir Josh! I love your video, I think you're a good man, friendly and generous. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, I love it and so helpful video.( I'm from Philippines.) Thank you.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome! I appreciate all the kind words. 😁
Hey Josh, I have been following you since last 3 month.. with your honest suggestions I have made 2k+ in upwork within short time.. I was really confused that if I will be able to start work on upwork again or not.. your videos give me hope and tesla car give me so much inspiration ;) .. please carry on your work brother... Love and respect from Bangladesh
@mr.zero-zone
2 жыл бұрын
Can i get some tip as a beginner
i have a full time job been in local market from last 3 years, but now i am taking my skills across borders, new to upwork feels really hard for someone who has experience with no reviews on upwork, following your videos hopefully will land a contract soon. Thanks
Hey Josh, I intend to watch all your available videos cos I cant wait to earn on upwork. Thank you for sharing
I love your videos, they helped me start freelancing and making a decent income
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing and keep up the great work!💪💰
@spreadingpositivity3803
3 жыл бұрын
What is your skill bro and how much do you earn (not asking in a weird way)
@MichaelKitas
3 жыл бұрын
@@spreadingpositivity3803 I do full-stack web development in MERN technologies. I've been freelancing for about 6 months and with 2 years of experience. I make about 2k a month but that's not standard of course as I am in my early stages and it takes time to find long-term clients. My advice is to make an account on freelancing websites asap and start bidding on projects. It might take time for that first client but afterward having that feedback on your reviews it's really easy to get accepted on your future bids.
am just looking for upwork tutorials and I landed to u a new subby in the house and learn so much I just hope I land a job in upwork
You just won the position of My 1 Upwork mentor
This is very helpful! Thank you 😊 How do you handle your taxes?
My only wish I saw this video before, This is the light bulb, just genus Josh, Love it, Thank you so much for this video, Have a blessed day stay connected,
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!! Really appreciate the kind words.
Your previous beginner's guide post has helped me land 10 return clients. Your tips are life changing man!
@chysommm4864
3 жыл бұрын
Where can I get this?
@Ric_A
3 жыл бұрын
@@chysommm4864 go through his videos from last year. Tips for beginners or something
@chysommm4864
3 жыл бұрын
@@Ric_A will sure do! Thanks
Glad I found your video! I'm a new freelancer and about to sign up on Upwork. ☺️ I'm undertaking Digital Skills program, and I'm passionate about using AI in a humane way. )) I've learned SMM already. Coding is next on the list. I'm so much excited!
Great explanation...thq
Thank you for your knowledge
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You bet!
Keep it up 👍
Hello Sir, Can you make video on "How to talk with client" to get start working on contract....please
Amazing content as usual.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
😘 this is priceless. I think it's high time I started applying for jobs ☺️ thanks Josh
@JoshBurnsTech
Жыл бұрын
Love to hear that! :)
Thank you, sir, it's really helpful 🤝
@JoshBurnsTech
Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! :)
Thank you!! :)
@JoshBurnsTech
8 ай бұрын
You're welcome! :)
Josh I have a question, if you start working with a client will they interview you to make sure you know what your doing or they kinda just trust you and let you work, like do you ever come in contact with them in terms of meetings ? Thanks.
Very useful. Thanks.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
wow this is very helpful!
@JoshBurnsTech
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!😀
Hi Josh! I just started freelancer and I'm learning a lot from you. I'm 17 and I am trying to use Upwork as a main working area for me. I wanted to know about taxes status, this is because I got lucky and had my first payment! $5 but its better than nothing. I also wanted to know if my money will still be there even if I cant transfer it to the bank right now?
Awesome video, highly recommended
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Thanks bro!!!!! THANKS!!!!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Zack! Glad you enjoyed it and congrats on your success on Upwork. Keep up the work!
You are the only person I have watched whose techniques have made me money
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Love to hear that and thanks for sharing! It's only the beginning! 🔥🔥🔥
Highly recommend to watch all of his videos from his playlist on upwork for beginners.💎💎💎💎⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡ I got my 1st job on upwork by applying those tips.
Thank you!
@JoshBurnsTech
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
Hi Buddy, Thank you for your valuable time and efforts. I have a question I have Quality Analyst upwork profile can I add another specialised profile like Shopify developer.
Honestly, Josh you have done a great job💯thanks for taking the time out to share😊completed my a/c 100%
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m just glad to hear that it helped you.😃
Josh you are the best...Best of luck .. :)
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!😀
@kawsera.sapnil183
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech Welcome ♥️🔥
Awesome video for beginners.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!😀
Thank you very much
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
Your inspiration brother
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hope I can keep inspiring you.😁
@Josh Burns, Can you please upload a video on Upwork simple jobs for college students for beginners, please?
Very good explanation, I had set reminder for this video. And that's really as expected. I'm learning SQL server, any advice, guidance or guidelines for me. I would love to hear from you sir. And Are you planning on making any series about SQL server? We'll love to learn from you.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video. I am actually working on a SQL Server DBA course, but it won't be on KZread.
@amd.615
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech wow that's great news. We'll wait for course announcement. Hope this course will include your vast experience of industry.
Hi, Josh, thank you for your effort on all those videos. They are so great and motivating👍👍!!! I tried what you taught and I have received 2 invitations on UPWORK this week🥳🥳~ But I have a question: I cannot accept one of them. Should I press "DECLINE " or just leave it there??
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
That's so amazing to hear! Congrats! I always thank the client for their offer, tell them that my scheduled filled up, and then decline the offer. Always be sure to thank them for the offer, it shows your gratitude.
Can anyone help me like where to start for freelancing on Upwork? Or which videos to watch before freelancing on Upwork? It would be helpful.
I'm a financially distressed father of 5, going through strong difficulty to feed and sustain the home, I have good tying skill, could edit MS-word, PowerPoint very vell. I have handled over 100 students project from 1st to 3rd degree level. I can proof read and make corrections haven't worked in an academic environment for over 15years. I could do few other things more. I need your help with using this on Upwork freelance site as a Nigerian. Thank you.
Can I share to my customers my behance projects or some of my youtube videos to show them my final results or it is against of the TOS?
Hi Josh, I am following you since a year, I am a graphic designer and I think it is too much saturated, what we can do where there are 50+ proposal just within 5 mins of the job posted. Any tips or suggestion
Perfect!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
😁😁😁
@charlesarias7951
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech I am fighting for my chance as hard as never I tried before. Your help will be the key for my success, please remember, you are going to be always in mind as the person that motivated me to reach success on my way.
I got my first job within 2 days brother ❤ after applying all your tips.💎You are awesome mann!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
So great to hear that! 😀
Man if I can just like this twice!!
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you! The like and comment is more than enough. You're a real one. 😎
Hi there thank you very much for the videos . I have a problem . I am thinking of starting working in upwork as a Freelancer . I have been perfecting my skills in 3d Modeling and A simple Animation . I Dont have any portfolio or previous work with any clients . Can you please give me a suggestion how do I setup the Upwork Profile Because i have seen most of your video and I think the previous work history is important for Beginners in Upwork
Hello, I love it and I have a question please
after the work is complete on a hourly job how do you close out the job so it shows complete?
Josh i will waiting for this video..
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hope you get value from it!
I’m unable to register with up work or can’t create another account it’s keep saying my email already registered but I could not rest it or even not working with Apple id
My dear josh please upload more upwork tips and trick video😍🙏
Thank you
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Hi, Somebody could answer to me how can I know that my profile is approved?
People say you don't need skills to earn at up work,but what do i write in my profile and overview when i have no experience at all!I can do a little bit of everything but i haven't done em for years.If anyone could help i'll be forever grateful.I may not have the skills to work as a freelancer but i have the passion to become one.
When I clicked on "Create my Account" I keep waiting and nothing happens.
The kid! Awesome video
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
My guy! Appreciate you.
I want to believe all that is said ….. I’m giving it a go so we’ll see.
Good Video
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that!
These seems very insightfull, I was looking at beginning as a freelance software developer. My only concern is how much of a difference is that US only filter. I'm not from the US, so I wonder if Upwork is more targeted for US freelancers. Would there be any suggestions for any alternative platforms if Upwork is biased towards US developers?
@KisrDeveloper
3 жыл бұрын
Lol no, created fake us profile and saw very bad jobs, requesting to meet etc... Filter doesn't mean anything , only it means when you apply you are from usa flag they can see
Hello josh, Josh I want to set up my upwork profile and want to learn how to send proposals effectively and want to ask some other details bcoz I am new in freelancing and I have no reviews and working portfolio so can you tell me your which program is best for me . You have 4 levels mentorship program so I have confusion which program is best for me !
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hey! The membership really comes down to how much time and help that you need. The beginner tier is a monthly 10-15 minute call. I would recommend starting there and if you need more help, you can always switch tiers the following month.
Please can you make sql server tutorial about more important things than just simple queries lik how to optimize your database and how to read properly the execution plan and more advanced stuff Nice video like always tnx alot
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Michel! I’m working on this but it will be in a paid SQL DBA course rather than on KZread.
@michelchaghoury870
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech will you be make other kind of sql server videos on youtube like the sql server installation with the best practices?
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
I have one of those on my channel!
It's just sad to think that I've been doing Upwork for a month but I don't have a project because I don't have a client. It's envious of others who are already working 😞😔
hey josh can you make a video about you what if you are again in your 20's and what are the mistakes you would have corrected pls make a video on that
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for the recommendation! I will definitely keep that in mind.
@MDARUN-ph1dw
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech thanks josh
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
@@MDARUN-ph1dw You're welcome!
@MDARUN-ph1dw
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech👍👍👍
Hit "Like" bcz of the moduLated voice. 👍⛄🗣🎙 🏔 ❄ 👏
Hey josh i am awtching your all video of upwork...thanks for sharing your knowledge..and aslo can i know we can use multiple account with our same details?
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hey! You’re welcome. Look at specialized profiles. You can’t create more than one account. That can actually lead to you being suspended.
@pavanharshitha7963
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech thank s...i have skills in digitala marketins and Accounting so i can add both skilla in one account is it ok or not?
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
@@pavanharshitha7963 Yes, you can create specialized profiles for those.
@pavanharshitha7963
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech Thanks You are amazing guy
Hello josh, Iam vishnu. I don't have experience in upwork. Please help me how to get job proposal in upwork.
As'salamualaikum......mera koi purposal accept nahi ho raha decline ka msg aa jata
Hi, i heard on a youtube video something that has disturbed me. The video claimed that Freelancers charging so low for their services on the Internet is not good for the freelancing industry. It will make companies and business owners believe that they can get their business requirements delivered from freelancers for such a cheap price. So, Freelancers who charge big for their services are not worth it because they have a large number of freelancers who will do it for such a cheap price for them.
@brianm3160
3 жыл бұрын
Not really, many people will approve your services on if you provide value to them, One of my client had a terrible experience on fiverr and my service price was much higher than that of fiverr, So people really care about quality of service and not price
I think I would have to watch this video over again. I am kinda confused
what if you have more than 1 skill...can you say you are a web designer, yet provide other services if you say for example also have logo designing or writing skills. Or is it that you say you have 1 type of skill and you have to stick to that. Are these the rules of upwork?
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Great question! Look into specialized profiles. Upwork added this as a way to have a profile for each skill under the same account. support.upwork.com/hc/en-us/articles/115013750068-Create-a-Specialized-Profile
I am from India . I am moving to US next year. Do you recommend me to update my address right now. Because somewhere I feel that US Client's consider to take US Freelancers
I am new freelancer at Upwork and i don't get any clients, what can you say to me or suggest for me
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Be patient. There could be TONS of reasons why you haven't been hired. Keep improving. If you want more direct help beyond KZread, then checkout my Patreon. Patreon.com/JoshBurnsTech
Hi Josh, How does Upwork pay for the freelancers? Is there any other way to get paid apart from paypal? Thank you.
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
That’s actually in the video. What question do you have regarding pay?
@Damian-lz7mr
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech My country doesn't support paypal. I got the answer to my question. Thank you Josh.
@Josh Burns Tech I finally got someone to contact me on upwork, after talking and giving potential solutions to her issue. She has gone silent. But never awarded the job to me? Have I lost out?
@JoshBurnsTech
3 жыл бұрын
Hey! This is an area where you need to be careful. You need to prove your abilities, but don't share too much information regarding a solution. They may have went another route or had it resolved off Upwork. Don't work on a project without the project being awarded to you.
@TheLordGoose
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBurnsTech Noted. Thanks Josh appreciate it!