5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Freelancing on Upwork

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  • Опубліковано 15 лис 2024

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  • @macyshub9303
    @macyshub9303 Рік тому +1

    Thanks, Lex. 3 years later and this video is still pure Gold.
    I'm a newbie freelancer and I'm sucking myself in your videos. They are super helpful.
    Thanks again! 🙌
    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @eddierobbertse8957
    @eddierobbertse8957 4 роки тому +6

    I've been working fulltime for 3 years on Upwork and can second all 5 of these points. Great tips. Tip no. 3 is one no freelancer should ignore!

    • @ramsondenis1427
      @ramsondenis1427 4 роки тому

      I'll really like to kinda talk to you about how one can get proposal approved.

  • @lexdevillefreelancing
    @lexdevillefreelancing  5 років тому +10

    Public announcement. I'm an asshole to refunders, and people of low value. Nobody can say I didn't warn you or that I hide my true colors.

    • @nekkije1818
      @nekkije1818 4 роки тому

      been searching for over six months have not gotten any

  • @DanielPerez-sn1er
    @DanielPerez-sn1er 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Lex, thanks a lot for this video. What I liked the most was that you speak sooo clearly, even for those who doesn't speak a perfect English, like me. I understood everything what you said, and I know it will help me a lot with this. I'm just starting at UpWork and it's my first time trying to earn money by my self. But I'm sure that I will do my best with channels like yours.
    Best regards from Colombia.

  • @AndyBlackJnr
    @AndyBlackJnr 5 років тому +5

    Great points Lex. I also feel flush sometimes and have to curb the desire to spend it on stuff my business doesn’t actually need. Having less money to invest in the business can be a good thing I think, forcing us to get creative and scrappy.

  • @renjitv
    @renjitv 5 років тому +6

    Who thinks Lex is a better youtuber compare to a freelancer.
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    Hit like button👍

    • @lexdevillefreelancing
      @lexdevillefreelancing  5 років тому +4

      I hope so because UA-cam will be my next big semi-passive income system. 🙂

  • @wimeatsworld
    @wimeatsworld 5 років тому +2

    Of course you're bold. That's why we like you.
    Thanks for the pointers and stimulation.

  • @apollo1055
    @apollo1055 4 роки тому +2

    Came to learn more about freelancing and I did but got another takeaway too. I'm balding and I realize I can still look good while bald. Like!

  • @sandiesaunders6054
    @sandiesaunders6054 2 роки тому

    Thanks for this! I am beginning to understand what I need to do to survive as a freelancer

  • @mikedeleon2732
    @mikedeleon2732 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the tips, Lex. By the way, you being rude to refunders and low-value people is fair game. Your courses in Udemy are already at a big discount and give so much value. People who downplay your efforts is a buzzkill and a pain on the butt. I understand that.
    I just want to let you know I appreciate your efforts and I thank you for making your courses for teaching us new skills to improve our lives. Cheers, Lex!

  • @dataclashers
    @dataclashers 2 роки тому

    Great Advice. Thanks a lot

  • @CatchGrace
    @CatchGrace 4 роки тому +1

    I wish there will be a guide for beginners like me, someone can show the ropes on how to start freelancing, and to be familiar when it comes to different transaction, clients, and service request.

  • @ManjinderSingh-qx9rm
    @ManjinderSingh-qx9rm 5 років тому +5

    Thanks lex for being honest.

  • @markfreeman4857
    @markfreeman4857 4 роки тому +1

    Like the humility, like the practical information, great video

  • @JustinCharnell
    @JustinCharnell 5 років тому +16

    Can you do a tips and tricks video on keeping that bald head so damn pristine?

    • @lexdevillefreelancing
      @lexdevillefreelancing  5 років тому +12

      lol! I'll do a webinar that leads into my Bald is Beautiful mastermind. Don't think of it as losing $10k. It's an investment in your professionalism! >)

    • @lucafrancoloiacono3435
      @lucafrancoloiacono3435 4 роки тому

      @@lexdevillefreelancing Your lid is shinier than my future

  • @debradavis9312
    @debradavis9312 Рік тому

    my availability is whited out, and to the right of it , it says off. Then it goes to badge, and it wont let me do anything because it says I am unavailable. I have no idea what is going on. Does that mean that my prospects will see that I am unavailable? I don't know what do do. thanks for your help. I have been applying for lots of jobs and have gotten nothing.

  • @imagixsolutions4572
    @imagixsolutions4572 5 років тому +1

    Thanks Lex! Keep following you man!

  • @Александр-р3э3м
    @Александр-р3э3м 4 роки тому

    It seems like you do not look at the camera. I think, you should do it to create better contact with viewers. Anyway, video is super! And you have awesome narrative!)

  • @FourOfClubs
    @FourOfClubs 5 років тому

    Thank you for the help Lex, your channel has so much value, I recommend it to everyone that is in need of this information.

  • @thecyrusj13
    @thecyrusj13 4 роки тому

    Did you ever run into situations where there were lots of potential jobs available but you were always missing 1 or 2 of the requested skills and if so how do did decide whether to invest time in learning that skill? Did you ever take the risk of learning the skill on-the-fly after accepting a job? Also, did you ever run into situations where you had built a model of some kind and you didn't want to risk just giving away your product so that client could rebrand it and resell it?

  • @candacewingfield8371
    @candacewingfield8371 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for making such an informative video!

  • @mikepoggers5520
    @mikepoggers5520 5 років тому +1

    Hey Lex. Do you have a video on taxes and how you pay for the freelance side of things? I heard you have to pay around 30% in taxes when working on Upwork. Any info will help, thanks.

    • @lexdevillefreelancing
      @lexdevillefreelancing  5 років тому

      Can't remember if I've done a video on it or not. I'll put it on the list for future videos for when I start recording again after the 23rd. If you want the simple answer, hire a good accountant! :D

  • @jonathansamaroo5777
    @jonathansamaroo5777 5 років тому +2

    I love the laid back style. Feels very authentic. I have two of your courses and have my eye on some others. Excited to build my empire.

    • @lexdevillefreelancing
      @lexdevillefreelancing  5 років тому +1

      Thanks Jonathan! Glad to have you joining the channel. Looking forward to your progress! >)

  • @pareshshah9060
    @pareshshah9060 4 роки тому

    Each and every word of you is 💯 percent true 💯 👍💯

  • @ivokrushkov2674
    @ivokrushkov2674 4 роки тому

    Good points man. Thank you.

  • @abrahamcopywriter7848
    @abrahamcopywriter7848 4 роки тому +1

    I'm a newbie..... and it's a lot difficult for me to get a project.

  • @SimpleYev
    @SimpleYev 4 роки тому

    Great tips, thank you so much! ^_^

  • @stormeagle71
    @stormeagle71 3 роки тому

    Thank you man.

  • @favourpauls
    @favourpauls 4 роки тому

    How do I change my skills I did it to get approved now I want to change my skills please help me out

  • @artdoneus
    @artdoneus 5 років тому

    Right on!

  • @MFBEDUS
    @MFBEDUS 3 роки тому

    Good sharing

  • @MusadhiqAbdulla
    @MusadhiqAbdulla 4 роки тому

    excellent