If you’ve been freelancing on Upwork for a while—or even just starting out—you know the proposal is everything. It’s your first impression. Your digital handshake. And often, it’s the crucial moment that determines whether you land the job or get passed over.   The challenge? Writing a compelling proposal requires […]

Freelancing provides many benefits—freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to do meaningful work on your own terms. However, those advantages come with a common challenge that’s often ignored: burnout.   As freelancers, we wear all the hats. We’re the marketing team, the billing department, the customer service rep, and the talent. […]

Gracefully on Upwork by: Patty Thompson Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Owner RPT Virtual Services, LLC As freelancers, especially those new to platforms like Upwork, we often feel we need to say “yes” to every opportunity that comes our way. After all, isn’t that how we build momentum, land more clients, […]

If you’ve ever felt like you’re digging through a haystack hoping to find the right Upwork job, you’re not alone.   We hear this all the time from freelancers we coach—especially those new to the platform. You log in, check your job feed, and feel overwhelmed by posts that don’t […]

If you’ve ever scrolled through freelancer profiles on Upwork, you’ve likely seen a few shiny badges attached to some of them—“Rising Talent,” “Top Rated,” and others. They’re easy to overlook, especially if you’re just getting started and focused on landing your first job. But here’s the thing: those little badges […]

If you’re a freelancer who has ever felt burnt out from constantly chasing job postings, you’re not alone. The traditional process of “submit a proposal and wait” on Upwork can be both time-consuming and discouraging—especially when you’re new or trying to rebuild momentum.   But there’s some good news: Upwork’s […]

One of the most common questions we hear from online freelancers is: “How do I deal with difficult clients?” It’s a great question—because sooner or later, almost every freelancer encounters a client who makes the job more challenging than it needs to be.   In our latest YouTube video, “Tips […]

When you step into the world of online freelancing, the opportunities are endless — but so are the risks if you’re not careful. Staying safe while working online isn’t just important; it’s absolutely essential to building a sustainable, successful freelance career. And the good news? Protecting yourself doesn’t have to […]