Any freelancer’s profile should clearly state the services they provide. Other worthwhile details to include are the extent to which the contractor can meet the needs of clients seeing talent in their industry.
Work history is another major component. Freelancers on Upwork have their work history updated as they complete various projects and garner reviews from clients.
It goes without saying that contractors with successfully completed and five star rated projects (which generate a higher job success score) will be looked upon more favorably by clients than freelancers with low ratings and a subpar JSS.
Applying to multiple jobs
Even the most qualified and talented freelancers will not land every single job they apply to.
For this reason, contractors who are serious about picking up new work and fostering long-term business relationships should send applications for multiple listings they believe their skills will pair well with.
Steering clear of using AI to write proposals
In a day and age where generative AI is on the scene, some contractors may find it tempting to use this when filling out cover letters in their job applications. Though in the long run, AI use could backfire.
