What to Write in an Upwork Proposal (+ a free proposal template)
Upwork proposals... what are you supposed to include in them? I've sent over 250 proposals over the course of my time on Upwork, so in this video, let’s talk through the template I used to land Upwork jobs and I’ll wrap up the video with a few of my biggest lessons learned for writing Upwork proposals that actually land clients!
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[00:00] intro
[00:39] who cares about upwork proposals?
[01:21] upwork proposal template
[02:01] part 1: a snazzy intro
[02:40] part 2: the subtle brag
[04:20] part 3: call to action
[04:50] p.s to engage & pique curiosity
[04:56] let's write a proposal together!
[07:24] 5 upwork proposal tips
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I love the way you talk or the way you explain everything. Easy to understand just love it this is a great help also for me as a beginner in free lancing.
Verify nicely done! You even sold me on trying Upwork. So, you got yourself a new subscriber. Keep Rockin' Babe!
Hi, recently I am up to this. I watched several videos but none of them could be compared with this video. Thank you very much. 😊
This is the best video I have ever seen I love that, that is very helpful for me as beginner on Upwork
I just want to say thank you for putting all the work you do into your content! I am a former HR assistant and I have been a stay at home mom the last five years. Now I'm trying to get into the freelance world and frankly I didn't know where to start. I have been binging your videos the last few weeks and I am truly grateful for the detailed advice you give!!
If we all use the same template, I think this is going to be a problem. Remember this is a numbers game. You may write 50 proposals before you land your first gig, and the more reviews you have the better your chances get. If English isn't your first language then you have a slight disadvantage, however, don't let that imtimitade you, this ia bastadized language that did not exist 1000 years. If your home country is one of those places that is always in the news for the wrong reason, don't worry about that, as there is nothing you can do to change that situation. Just remember that we have certain countries that are completely banned from Upwork due to sanctions. Anyways, I have learnt over the years, not to worry about things that you have no control over, and always give it your best. Watch out for scammers, as I have encountered alot of scam jobs on upwork lately, that target new freelancers. Anyways folks all the best.
@Mary20002
4 ай бұрын
You sound very inspiring, upbeat and positive. It’s obvious all of the road blocks you mentioned. However, I believe in God if it’s meant to be it will if not oh well. There’s other freelance avenues but to discourage people because you find that as a treat is not a strategy. I’ll give it a good try and if God wills it there’s nobody going to stop me…👎👎👎👎
@tupacca1281
Ай бұрын
English has existed 2ince around 400 AD. To help you with the math, thats 1600 years. So I guess you're right. It did not "exist 1000 years". And that "bastadized" language is beautiful because it has faced challenges, near extinction, has borrowed and annexed, and then took over the world as the dominant language. I gotta stand up for English. No one shits on it for free on my watch.
thank god not another ai video but an actual useful informative and great channel/person to learn from :) thank you so much this is the best
It was very helpful! I am an absolute beginner on upwork and it helped me a lot.
Excellent video, I will use this and I am sure I will get a lot of work on upwork as I am new on there.
oh I'd really love the way you are explaining and I can follow you're instructions well. Thank you!
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that - glad it was helpful!
Hi there! I'm just scrolling my KZread then i saw your channel. Im so absolutely admire how you deliver the topic about making upwork proposal. I am here because i want to learn more and im very eager to dig more in order to absorb every word what you say. I maybe a newbie but i am willing to understand and make a move to do my task if im given a chance to work at upwork. My only background is youtube university it may sound questioning but that is it. P.s. Hoping someone can proofread my grammar and i will be happy to hear my mistakes. 😊thanks
Thank you my beauty, for your beautiful presentation on free lancer proposal writing ! Thank very much indeed ! help so many people online, please releases such videos
It's really helpful for the beginners and you are beautiful plus your way of talking is really hooking.
All your contents are so full of value... thank you sir, I can say from your videos, I've improved my chances of getting more projects to work, I will love to have the sample of your proposal Deya🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾
This is very helpful Deya! I feel so lucky to see your video! Thank you Deya.
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Lucia! :)
It was very helpful! I am an absolute beginner on upwork and it helped me a lot to write my first proposal :)
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that, Marta! :) Best of luck with your proposals.
This was beautiful!!!
freelancing is aside. your cuteness was overloaded. keep growing. I will apply your tips further
I paused in the middle of the video just to say I admire the way you speak, if you have a podcast I would be listening to them every time I'm working
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Anne!!! That's such a nice compliment. Thank you so much.
Thank you. This video is very helpful.
Amazing, i realized I've been writing so vague proposals.
This has been really useful, I will try this out.
I love your energy! I just recently signed up for UPWORK, I have zero experience and no training whatsoever, I have no idea where to start but I guess your video gave me new inspiration!
@Orewa_vlad
Жыл бұрын
same haha
@RabbaniaChaudhry
4 ай бұрын
yup same. no idea where to start but eager to learn.
Hey cutey pai Your way of explanation is pretty understandable. Pretty awesome
Thank you so much ma'am. Such a creative cover letter..
Perfeito! Sempre trazendo conteúdo relevante. Obrigada por compartilhar, são ótimas dicas!
@MyNameIsDeya
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jeniffer! :)
I like your way of sitting🥰
Your explanation is excellent like your face. Keep giving us best valuable content about upwork
Your template is really great! Thanks!
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Irina! 🙂
This is really helpful and easily understandable for beginners
Deya your content is just top notch.... Would request you to make some updated videos For eg AI related stuff like how your work with the help of AI and also some tutorials
so so helpful! thanks Deya girl :)
@MyNameIsDeya
6 ай бұрын
thanks for watching!!
Thanks, Deya!
Thank you so so much this was really really helpful honestly 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
You did a very good job air-keyboarding!
Thanks for the tips. I implemented them and my % of earning contracts on my submitted proposals has gone up in the 2 days since I watched your video.
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Nicole!!! Yay! I'm so happy to hear that.
@lairenmeitei6699
Жыл бұрын
@@MyNameIsDeya MADAM YOU ARE VERY LUCK GIRL , I HAVE 6 PROJECT DONE AND PAYING TIME ASKING ABOUT REFUNDABLE LINKING FEE $50 I HAVE NO MONEY STILL NOW HELP ME PLZ I WILL DONE UR PROJECT WITHIN 1 DAYS
Thank you for this valuable information❤
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Wow best video on proposals thank you for the video 📹
@MyNameIsDeya
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Zahura! Appreciate that.
This is great 👍
This is very helpful! I am currently using this template so I am hoping I land a job soon! thanks!
@uroobaabid4416
Жыл бұрын
Did you ??
@HeyitsMinzie
Жыл бұрын
@@uroobaabid4416 Yes! It actually worked. I added my own style to it of course. I sent out 7 proposals and got a response from 2. I start Friday 😊
@uroobaabid4416
Жыл бұрын
@@HeyitsMinzie I hope I start getting response too. I start from today
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
omg I' so happy to hear that!!! :)
@larafungaming3374
8 ай бұрын
@@HeyitsMinzieWow congratulations 🎉
Thank you ❤
Mam i hope you can make video on how to make sample work experience in writing and also a portfolio in writing
great video to start, nice dress anyway
Curious - What would you estimate is typical response rate to proposal submittal. Maybe I should call it "Conversion rate?
Thank you
How did you get the client's name? I hardly see their names.
Its great thanks
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that! You are so welcome!
What about attaching a workee profile, I find that helps
I love straight to the point videos
Hi everyone. When we receive an order for UX/UI design from Upworkt, do we need to conduct an interview with the customer? Or can I receive an order simply by writing?
thanks
what is software you using, i can write like you Deya?
Deya! What do I do when I feel like I have to many proposals out at once? How do I tell myself that 50 clients aren’t all going to respond yes on the same day?
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?
The proposal example you mentioned seems generic to me, do you hear about you focused proposals?
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Hey! I did a quick search and a you-focused proposal seems really in line with what we're discussing in this video in terms of focusing on the client & what they're after. :) Or did you feel like anything was missing from this video?
@PHPTechLife
Жыл бұрын
@@MyNameIsDeya I think the essence of our proposal should be, how we can help our clients to achieve their business goals. It doesn't matter how many degrees and experience we have because clients don't care. We are a stranger to them and if we do not address their unique needs they will jump to the next proposal. The only thing which matters is how you can help the client. Here are key points I think, we should consider while writing a proposal. 1) Did I read the job post properly? 2) Is this job relevant to me? Is this job perfectly match my Upwork profile? 3) In the first sentence, what should I write? so I could grab the client's attention instantly? 4) Do I have the relevant samples to show the client? 5) Never start your proposal with the I word because you have to be unique and most people start their proposal with the I word. When you address the client's unique requirements and craft the proposal accordingly then he/she will surely feel that you are a competent person and will give the confidence to hire you. I think that should be enough for writing a great proposal.
Is this proposal and the cover letter page are same
Hey Deya can men also enroll into your dbm bootcam or only women
I thought the Upwork Profile is your resume. Do you actually upload another resume with your proposal?
The video was really helpful I must say. Kudos to you. Is it right to include one's phone number while writing a proposal?
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
I think it depends & is a personal preference - I personally don't do it for freelancing gigs but I have seen it on some people's CVs/proposals.
@kaluuzoma8614
Жыл бұрын
Don't try that on Upwork. You'd get instantly banned
Good Deya..I have a question. I don't have any work any work experience? How do I go about that. Thank you
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Hiya! I've got videos on how I got going with 0 work experience here - 1) kzread.info/dash/bejne/X3-cyNiImZysj84.html and 2) kzread.info/dash/bejne/qZuV09l7ntepnZs.html and 3) kzread.info/dash/bejne/pJufqrZwpbGwhs4.html Hope that helps!
Can you help Me to start Upwork because i am freshman to this platform
Nice video
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Aktar!
you talk so swiftly what do you eat
not help for me. sorry
To write "my name..." is a useless thing. Your name is already written by Upwork. "I`d love to be your new...." - there is no sense in these words Clients don't care about this. It would be much better to go straight to the point at the start.
@MyNameIsDeya
Жыл бұрын
Heya! Feel free to update/edit the template however you see fit. :)
This proposal sounds good but it's too long. No client is going to read all of this when they have 50 other proposals as well. Also, it's not a good idea for everyone to copy the same template. That would be ridiculous and Upwork will slowly look into things and penalize those who have the same proposal template. I've seen it happen to friends on the site. This is a bad idea guys! There is no one-size-fits-all template. It's a numbers game and clients usually work with freelancers that have the skills they're looking for and have short and precise proposals, with a resume, portfolio, and sometimes references.
This is much too long; nobody cares where you worked or for how many years. If you want to include this information, do it in your profile description. The proposal should be short and concise. All that matters is what you can do for the client. Period.
Hello Daya, I need your help. Please let me know is there any way to contact you. I have sent more than 20 proposals and I haven't heard back from client. Let me know why this happens. I'm Doing Data Entry and Virtual Assistant related tasks. heared
@RolandAkor
9 ай бұрын
I hope to practice so I become a good proposal writer. How do I contact you if need be?