I have a question for people who use sites like Upwork to find freelance gigs. Do you attach a link to your full portfolio when applying for gigs or do you just select one or two samples to send over? I want to get the most out of applying for these roles since Upwork has increased the cost to apply for gigs...again. Upwork really loves to take money from the freelancers

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Save your money and use your time and resources to connect with agencies and decision-makers at them. I feel like your money would be better spent on LinkedIn vs. Upwork.

Refine your pitch, your book, and the industries you want to work in, and reach out to various leaders with your book (relevant to their industries) and a quick elevator pitch.

Upwork is a race to the bottom.

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Commenting because I’m curious to know too

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Interested in learning more

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Upwork sucks. Horrible for freelancers.

I heard not so great things about Upwork and always been hesitant on using them. Not sure if fiverr is any better either

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