[Daniel]

Hello All!
My name is Daniel.
I am a Strategic Technology Consultant.
I help companies with everything from hardware architecture, solutions architecture, software development, leadership training, C-suite Coaching, and just about all things in between 🙂

I joined to connect with like-minded individuals and share my experience with those who need guidance.

I look forward to communicating with you all!

[Sagar Desai]

That’s dope

[María Belén C]

Hi,

I’m María Belén, a Spanish SEO writer and translator

I’ve been a freelancer for some years now but can only get clients from Upwork. Not that I like the platform as it is but it’s difficult to get them somewhere else

It was there were I read about TOW and here I am trying to connect, learn and share experiences with fellow freelancers

[Adam Palmer]

Welcome Maria, how is the new client onboarding going? Have you tried Uma AI by Upwork?

[María Belén C]

Hi Adam,

No, I didn’t try it yet. And regarding new clients and offers things are pretty slow: I just get new projects from current clients, but not many

Not sure this is the right place to ask but this platform is only about Upwork? Also, is there a chance to having a Spanish community? I mean freelancing is not so common here so I think it would help us a lot to be in touch, apart from having contacts and share ideas with people all around the world

• This reply was modified 3 weeks, 3 days ago by  María Belén C.

[Sagar Desai]

Offcourse we can have Spanish community, this is the world’s largest community of freelancers and everyone is welcome to join, participate and lead groups in here.

[Pete Clark]

You didn’t answer the other part of Maria’s question. Is this platform only about Upwork?
You did say, it’s about freelancers, but didn’t mention the U word.

¡Soy español!

• This reply was modified 2 weeks, 2 days ago by  Pete Clark.
• This reply was modified 2 weeks, 2 days ago by  Pete Clark.

[Pete Clark]

I didn’t get a reply to my previous post

I am not clear whether this platform is only about Upwork? Or only for Upworkers? Or connected to Upwork.

You did say, it’s about freelancers, but didn’t mention the U word.

[Adam Palmer]

Hey Pete, this platform is for freelancers.. not specific to Upwork but as majority of the new members are coming from Upwork community or content that is related to Upwork hence you can see Upwork getting popped up everywhere.. however I do wish freelancers also explore more platforms and mediums to get new clients

[Pete Clark]

Thanks for the clarification. I used to work for Upwork, but haven’t had to for some years now. I didn’t like it, and I got more clients on my own.

I am hoping to perhaps find people here to work with, as I may have some projects soon that I need help with.

[Sagar Desai]

This platform is all about freelancers. You can network, collaborate, share ideas, post jobs, ask for opinions, answer questions… basically live, love, laugh and work!!!

[María Belén C]

Thanks!!

[Musawir Raji]

Tell us About Yourself!

Hi there! I’m Raji Musawir Olaitan, a passionate full-stack developer who loves turning complex problems into elegant web solutions. My expertise centers on the modern JavaScript ecosystem, particularly React.js, Next.js, and Node.js. Whether it’s crafting intuitive user interfaces or building robust backend systems, I thrive on delivering solutions that make a real difference. I’ve had the pleasure of working on diverse projects, from Chrome extensions that streamline workflows to sophisticated web scraping tools that help businesses gather valuable insights.

🎯 Current Focus & Goals:

I’m on a mission to push the boundaries of what’s possible in web development. Currently, I’m deepening my knowledge of performance optimization and scalable architecture while actively expanding my client portfolio. What really drives me is the opportunity to dive deep into clients’ challenges and engineer solutions that not only meet their immediate needs but set them up for future success. Looking ahead, I’m excited about exploring Web3 technologies while continuing to sharpen my full-stack capabilities.

Why I’m Here:

I joined this community because I believe in the power of shared knowledge and experience. There’s something incredibly valuable about connecting with fellow professionals who’ve walked similar paths. I’m eager to learn from others’ journeys, particularly around building strong client relationships and establishing a solid presence on platforms like Upwork. I believe that success in freelancing isn’t just about technical skills – it’s about understanding how to effectively communicate value and build lasting professional relationships.”

[Sagar Desai]

Hi Musawir, glad to have you here, if you can share your work in here it’d be great! What is the biggest challenge you are facing currently in terms of freelancing?

[Jessica]

Hi all!

My name is Jessica and I’m a technical content writer specializing in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), B2B SaaS user manuals, and technical content for websites.

I’ve been freelancing since 2018 and went full-time with freelancing in 2022. I’ve been an active member of the Upwork Community and hope to engage in the community here as it grows.

It’s nice to meet everyone!

[Sagar Desai]

Hey Jessica! Would you like to share how has your journey into full time freelancing been so far?

You can split that into 3 part : 1. Challenges 2. Benefits and 3. a dedicated section of tips of how are you finding new clients.

If you can share your portfolio or some work to showcase your skills.

[Jessica]

It’s going pretty well so far!

1. Challenges

Initially, my challenges were knowing how and when to set boundaries with clients and also knowing when to say “no”. I’ve become better at both of those things. I’m still struggling to manage project-based clients. Scope creep comes up and I don’t really know how to address it so I end up putting in a lot more hours of work that what I initially budgeted for; that’s on me though and I need to learn how to bid project-based projects (retainers, too) better. I need to learn to speak up professionally when scope creep happens, but the only person who can do that for me is me!

2. Benefits

There are so many benefits to freelancing and I wish everyone did it so they could experience it. The biggest benefit is freedom and that comes in so many different forms — location freedom, schedule freedom, the freedom to choose with whom you want to work, the freedom to choose how much you get paid, etc. My life was really stressful before I started freelancing and there are still some stressful moments now, but I feel more in control because I don’t work for anyone. I work with people and set my own rules (which, as stated above, I could improve for project-based clients, but for hourly-based clients, it’s going just fine!).

3. Tips To Find New Clients

Always be looking for new clients. And I mean every day. Upwork is a great platform to find clients, but there are countless other platforms to use, too. Seek out opportunities every day and perfect your pitch/proposal. If you’re sending out a lot of proposals/pitches and not getting responses, you need to look inward and figure out how you can make it so a potential client wants to respond to your proposal. Learn some sales techniques and integrate them into your process for getting new clients. Freelancing is a business so to get new clients, you need to up your sales game.

A lot of people have set up systems where clients come to them. That’s amazing and clearly a lot less work than searching for new clients, but I have not set up that system yet. I probably will in the future but for now, I reach out to clients to get the ball rolling.

Portfolio samples:
1. How-to guide for an EdTech solution: https://candle-hamster-99e.notion.site/Adding-Text-In-Canopy-69420c85dbd1423ebef894aed0698824
2. Standard operating procedures (SOP) sample: https://candle-hamster-99e.notion.site/CEO-Store-Audit-Procedures-for-a-Fast-Food-Restaurant-Chain-cb4d7507d0d14ae4bfcfb71117fcef67

candle-hamster-99e.notion.site

Notion – The all-in-one workspace for your notes, tasks, wikis, and databases.

A new tool that blends your everyday work apps into one. It's the all-in-one workspace for you and your team

[María Belén C]

Hi Jessica,

Thanks a lot for sharing all this tips. They’re really helpful!

Do you mind telling us what platforms to use, aside from Upwork, please? (well, that’s is case we are allowed to talk about other platforms as well)

• This reply was modified 3 weeks, 3 days ago by  María Belén C.

[Sudhir Kesharwani]

Jessica, good to see you here. I think we can take ideas from Upwork Community Guide and start few sessions like AMA and Guided Growth here on this platform.

[Sudhir Kesharwani]

Hey Everyone,
Good to see all familiar faces from Upwork here :). This is Sudhir Kesharwani from Pune, MH India. I bring over 22 years of experience in the Technology. A top-rated plus Upwork consultant in Office 365 / SharePoint / Power Platform and Dynamics.

I have read over 150 books and very good motivational coach. A long-distance runner with multiple Full Marathons (42.2km) and Ultra Marathons (50+km) races under my belt.

Connect with me to talk about Technology, Running, Hiking, Productivity and little bit photography.

What Goals Are You Working Towards?

– Founded my own consulting firm in 2022, I want to take it to next level in the coming year and grow my team and business.

Why Did You Join The Online Worker?
– to connect with awesome Community Guides from Upwork and also freelancers and remote workers.

[Adam Palmer]

Welcome to the community Sudhir, I’m sure the members can take some fitness tips from you haha!

[Sudhir Kesharwani]

For sure Adam, that’s the beauty of community. Bringing all the bright minds together so we can have amazing knowledge sharing.

I am sure we can learn a lot of things from each and every member here

[Omer Seedahmed]

Well, what a step forward Adam

My dear colleagues, freelancers around the globe

Inspite of my freelancing journey that i’ve just started at upwork, few month’s ago, but what a nice world you shaping. Every talent with such skills and all together on a community !? Man i loved this.

Thanks to the community group guides this stance here is a huge game changer . Grateful on behalf of all freelancers here: goes to theonlineworker.com courageous team.

I am Omer Seedahmed, a strategic thinker delivering my services as marketing strategist, specializes at internal marketing strategies in concern with brand ideation and mindset coach. Here, willing to communicate, collaborate , engage in whatever opportunities may be around here. Well, i am happy to deliver IMS Practice, which is an interactive self coaching session for professionals & entrepreneurs, whom i am one of them. Yep, outside along 5 years ago i’ve been through entrepreneurship challenging journey, that proved to me at some points it is not about motivation that shapes, express, move emotion to achieve growth!; but it is the mindset that needed.

As conclusion i’ve designed self coaching guide for 21 day along but 6 months in period, helping professionals & entrepreneurs to acquire the robust mindset that needed.

Simply persons ether brands i am here to help you to express the persona from the real essence. Hear, see, feel the joy.

[Raul De la Rosa]

Hi all,

I’m Raul, a web developer and designer. I’ve been working locally and on Upwork for over 6+ years. Being a freelancer has been a great support, especially as I’m also part of a ministry.

I come from Upwork with the sad news that the community there is about to close.

Happy to be here, and thanks for making this platform available for us to connect and help each other.

[Hector Rios]

Tell us About Yourself!

Hi, dear and amazing people. I am Hector, a Venezuelan attorney who has been working remotely since 2019. My real talent is creative writing, and my journey began as a writer and SEO writer. However, I moved to the VA market because I found more gigs here.

Currently, I own a Top Rated Plus profile https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/hectorrioscalderon

but today, I am looking for new clients; for some reason, despite my background, my proposals are read but without more reaction.

What Goals Are You Working Towards?

I would like to keep the ball rolling again and find a role that matches my skills and expertise.

Why Did You Join The Online Worker?

Because the whole is more than the sum of its parts, I mean, I´d like to help but also be helped.

upwork.com

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[Sagar Desai]

Welcome Hector, I am Sagar the community Admin and Adam’s assistant. I am glad you joined and the last line of helping everyone and getting helped back remind me of a book I was recommended sometime back Give and Take by Adam Grant, of how helping others helps you in some or the other way in the long run.

I am rooting for your success and more clients, feel free to explore the community and share your views and experiences with everyone here, I’m a confident we all have something to learn from you!

[Hector Rios]

Thank you, Sagar! I’ll be here to answer and guide this community according to my experience.

[Kabiru Ashiru]

Thanks to Sagar for the warm welcome. My name is Kabiru, Muhsin Sanusi told me about the online worker.

He’s my classmate but we graduated last month, he used to organize a session in our department, and explain to our class what life would be after graduation.

He also incentivized that we all learn a skill and monetize it. I remember at the end of every session he use to recommend us to join the online worker, he said there are courses where we will learn how to succeed in freelancing.

I am overjoyed to be part of the online worker, I’m looking forward to learning from experts.

[Nikunj Gajera]

Hello Sagar.. Hope you doing well!!

My self Nikunj, I am a Professional Website Designer with 12+years of experience. Expertise in Web Designing,Web Developing, HTML5, Responsive HTML, Css3, jquery, Bootstrap, WordPress, Sass Logo Designing. I Always Give you Premium Quality Service.

Major skills contain:

Website Development (MySQL, WordPress, Elimentor.),Figma-apps deisgn,Adobe XD. Responsive Website, HTML5, CSS3, Twitter Bootstrap

[Sagar Desai]

Welcome Nikunj! Do you also create on GHL?

[Beenu Benny]

My name is Beenu Benny.

I have done BSc in Computer Science from Calicut University (Place:- Kerala).

Then, I did my MBA from KTU University (Place:- Kerala).

Presently, I am looking for job(work -from- home). So, I signed up in Upwork website for this goal.

Goals:-

Want work-from-home jobs .

Thankyou😀😀

[Beenu Benny]

Addition:-

Q:-Why did I join the online worker?

A:- It always helps me(a lot) as a woman to accomplish my goals if I get help from the community of intelligent & knowledgeable men. So having good communication with such a community is good for me and I believe it will really help me well in my journey in this new area of “works and jobs”.

Thankyou 😀

[Sagar Desai]

Good to hear Beenu, have you completed your Upwork profile? Let us know if you need help

[Mary Wiggenhorn]

I am a US based paralegal with over 31 years experience. I joined Upwork around 2012. As I only work part-time, I am free to be quite choosey about clients (US attorneys ONLY). I tend to specialize in creating chronological summaries of medical records but I do other stuff as well, if needed. 100% of my clients are long-term. I don’t remember what else was asked but here I am anyway!

I am well past retirement age so freelancing has helped to pay my bills and to keep my brain from rotting. I also help my widowed son raise his 10 year old daughter and help my other son who had a debilitating stroke 2 years ago, so freelancing gets me out of my problems for a period. (Of course, freelancing also creates a whole different set of problems.)

I have been top-rated since it was invented, am currently TR+, never had a dispute, JSS at 100% except for a couple of weeks years ago. I am, of course, distressed about what’s been happening with UW and I truly pity anyway new with a legitimate concern/ question.

• This reply was modified 2 weeks, 1 day ago by  Mary Wiggenhorn.

[Sagar Desai]

Hi Mary,

Welcome to the community! Your experience as a paralegal and long-term success on Upwork is truly inspiring. Feel free to share your Upwork profile link so others can connect, and don’t hesitate to ask questions or join discussions.

We’re thrilled to have you here!

I might have a project for your expertise

[Mary Wiggenhorn]

Here you go: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~0139e258f9c63fa61e?viewMode=1

upwork.com

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[Mary Wiggenhorn]

This is weird. Upwork doesn’t seem to want me to post my profile. (Go figure). Let’s try again. https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~0139e258f9c63fa61e?viewMode=1

• This reply was modified 1 week, 6 days ago by  Mary Wiggenhorn.

[Ana Garcia]

Hi everyone!

I’m Ana, freelancer Project Manager from Spain but based in Germany. I’ve worked for companies and clients from several countries.

I hear about TOW on the Upwork Community and I look forward to connecting with all of you, in the meantime we can connect here. Feel free to visit my web managedbyana.com

[Sagar Desai]

Hello Ana, welcome to the community

[François Xavier Talla]

Hello everyone,
My name is François Xavier, and I returned to school to earn an MBA in International Management after working as a project manager in the telecom sector.

Learning data analytics practically so that I can work online as a professional is now my interest.

I am looking for a mentor who will guide me through all of the practical data analytics tasks so that I can succeed in the realm of freelancing.

[Sagar Desai]

Welcome to the community François, would love to see your learnings in the Data Analytics group as we have freelancers who are looking to learn more about the topic