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🚨 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐍𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 You don’t need to be a top-rated freelancer. You don’t need 100+ 5-star reviews. You don’t even need to be the cheapest. Yet, just need to rank on Page 1 of the Upwork search. Why? Because Upwork doesn’t reward resumes, It rewards relevance. Here’s what most freelancers miss 👇 🔍 The Upwork Search Engine Works Like Google It scans: ✅ Your title ✅ Your skill tags ✅ Your first 200 characters ✅ Your success metrics ✅ Your engagement (clicks, messages, hires) So if you want to rank higher and get hired faster, you need two things working together: 🚀 Visibility System + 💼 Conversion System Let’s break it down 👇 PART 1 🧠 Part 1: The Visibility System (Get Found) 1. Keyword-Optimized Title 🎯 Primary Skill + (Niche Specialty) Example: ✅ “SEO Copywriter (SaaS | Blog | Web Pages)” ✅ “Virtual Assistant (Inbox | Calendar | CRM Setup)” 2. Matching Skill Tags 🎯 Align your tags with your title and overview. If your title says “SEO,” your tags better say “Search Engine Optimization” too. 3. First 200 Characters = Gold 💡 Upwork’s search preview cuts your overview after 2 lines. ➡ Front-load with value + keywords + pain point. 4. Portfolio SEO 🧩 Use keyword-rich titles like: “Landing Page Copy – 342% Conversion Boost for Fintech Client”. Avoid: “Landing Page – Project 3” 5. Engagement Signals 📈 The more your profile gets viewed, clicked, and messaged... ➡ The higher it ranks. ➡ The better the algorithm trusts you. Want to Rank Higher and Win Better Clients? I’m offering a 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 for freelancers who are serious about growth. Here’s how to get it: 1.    Follow me (Ibrahim Sharif) 2.    Repost this to help others 3.    Comment “Profile” and I’ll DM the review This isn’t theory. It’s a framework that works. Let’s fix your profile, fast. Follow Ibrahim Sharif for more . . . . . #UpworkTips #FreelancerGrowth #ProfileOptimization #UpworkFreelancer #ClientAttraction #LinkedInGrowth #RemoteWorkTips #SolopreneurTips #OnlineVisibility #FreelancingSuccess

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Within 7 days, I got 3 client invites Without sending a single proposal. All I did was change my Upwork title from Virtual Assistant to Automation VA. That’s it, simple change, BIG RESULT. Here’s the truth Your generic TITLE might be the reason clients keep skipping your profile. We see this all the time: Virtual Assistant Experienced Virtual Assistant Social Media Manager Salesperson, etc. Sounds okay, but in 2025, okay is not enough. If you tell people I’m a Virtual Assistant, Cool, but it’s just too general. What type of Virtual Assistant are you? If you’re amazing with Canva or Zoho, why hide it?  Write 👇  Canva Virtual Assistant  Zoho Expert Virtual Assistant If you’re a Social Media Manager Who’s great at TikTok growth or Instagram Reels  Say 👇  TikTok Growth Specialist  Instagram Reels Manager If you are in sales, niche it down 👇  Apollo Expert  Power BI Sales Reporting Analyst Here’s why it works: When a client searches for those exact skills on  Upwork or LinkedIn, you pop up first. When you’re specific, you stand out. And when you stand out, clients find you faster. Many of the top earners aren’t generalists. They pick one niche, focus on it, and become known for it. I think I’ll update my LinkedIn too. Because what worked on Upwork will probably work here too So here’s my advice to you 👉 Pick your best skill. 👉 Niche down and dominate the category. 👉 Update your profile title with it. Watch how more clients start inviting you. TESTED AND TRUSTED Your online coach may not tell you this, but trust me, it works. WE RISE BY NOT GATEKEEPING 😁

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🚀 The future of work is here—and it’s powered by AI Agents, low-code innovation, and on-demand expertise. We're excited to announce our partnership with Upwork! This will make finding specialized Microsoft Power Platform experts on Upwork easier than ever before. The Microsoft Experts page features a curated group of top-rated freelancers, certified in Power Platform, and selected by us to help bring your automation and app development projects to life. Read the full story: https://msft.it/6046SQJJm

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You don’t need to send 20 proposals a day to get jobs on Upwork. This is the myth most beginners believe. They waste connects and time by applying everywhere, hoping something clicks. But Upwork doesn’t work that way. Here’s what actually works: 1. Quality over quantity: 5 well-written proposals beat 50 copy-paste ones. Understand the client’s needs first, then write. 2. Choose the right clients, not random jobs: Apply where your skills, budget, and experience fit. That’s how you grow faster. 3. Speed and timing matter: Apply early (within 5 minutes), ideally when the client is online and reviewing. Upwork isn’t a lottery, it’s a system. Those who follow the rules grow faster.

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If you’re working on Upwork, this might save your account. I’ve received three warning flags during my Upwork freelancing journey, not for breaking rules intentionally, but for things I thought were perfectly fine.  Here’s what happened: 1. Sharing My GitHub Link in a Proposal Once, I sent a proposal and included my GitHub link so the client could view my previous work. However, right after sending it, Upwork flagged the message. I was confused because the client had asked for my GitHub profile, and Upwork also allows you to add a GitHub profile. I had shared it before and it was fine. Turns out: You can add GitHub or other portfolios to your Upwork profile But you can’t directly share links in your proposal or message, even if the client requests it So now I just say: You can find my GitHub in my profile. Simple, safe, and avoids a warning. 2. Talking About Stripe During an Active Contract I had an active contract and was working on Stripe integration. I explained to the client how I implemented it and how their users could interact with the system. Again, Upwork flags the message. Their system detected words like “payment,” “Stripe”, "PayPal", etc., and assumed we were trying to take payment outside the platform, even though the work was already in progress under an Upwork contract. So now I’m careful with how I word things and make sure to rephrase the words I use. 3. Sharing My Email in the Wrong Message Thread This one really surprised me. I had two contracts with the same client. One was closed, and one was still active. The client asked for my email to add me to Postman, which is completely normal after a contract starts. But I accidentally shared my email in the message thread linked to the closed contract. Even though we had an active contract, because the message was in the wrong thread, Upwork flagged it. You can share contact info after a contract starts But only in the message thread connected to the active contract These warnings didn’t make sense at the time, and honestly, they still feel too strict. But even if you’re doing things right, the system can still misunderstand your actions. Too many warnings can lead to account restrictions or suspension. So if you’re working on Upwork: Keep all links in your profile, not your messages (make sure the links do not include your social media information) Be mindful of words like “payment,” “Stripe,” etc., especially how and where you use them Always message under the correct contract thread Hope this post helps someone avoid these mistakes. Sometimes it’s not about breaking rules, it’s just about knowing how the system works. Stay sharp, and don’t let small things risk your freelancing journey.

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How to spot fake jobs on Upwork in 60 seconds. I've reviewed 500+ job posts on Upwork last month. 60% were complete garbage. Here's what I learned about spotting bad clients fast: Red flags that scream "RUN": 1. Client profile created 2. Zero spent, zero hires (No track record = high risk) 3. Payment method not verified (They can't even pay you) 4. Copy-pasted job descriptions (Mass posting = mass scamming) 5. Asking for free work/samples with a new account (They'll steal your work and disappear) But the biggest red flag? Unrealistic budgets. When someone wants a full website for $20 or 100 articles for $100 - they're not serious about quality. Here's my 60-second qualification process: 1. Check client spend history 2. Verify payment method 3. Read recent reviews 4. Compare budget vs. scope 5. Look for detailed requirements If any of these fail, move on. Don't waste time writing proposals for bad jobs. Your connects are valuable. Your time is valuable. Your skills are valuable. Be selective. What red flags do you look for when applying for jobs?

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Everyone says Upwork is too saturated and honestly, that’s true if you’re doing the same thing you were doing 2 years ago. But if you upskill yourself with AI, the opportunities are endless. There’s a surge in demand for freelancers who can integrate or leverage AI and automation in their work from product development to marketing and operations. The recent H1B fee hike in the U.S. has also pushed more startups and companies to hire globally through platforms like Upwork and other remote marketplaces. It’s a win-win, startups get highly skilled, AI-augmented talent at a competitive rate, and freelancers get access to premium clients. I keep telling everyone, learn AI, not to replace what you do, but to augment your skills. Because right now, AI is a superpower if you use it and a career risk if you don’t. Join my whatsapp channel to get more tips regarding ai & freelance: https://lnkd.in/d7gQmgjX #ai #freelancing #upwork

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