Category: All Blogs
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How Many Proposals Should You Send Before Worrying?
How Many Proposals Should You Send Before Worrying? Yes, sending proposals is part of freelance life, but worrying about them doesn’t have to be. If you’ve ever stared at your sent proposals folder or Upwork history wondering “Is something wrong with me?”, you’re not alone. Not at allllll. I’ve been here, and even after years…
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When Your Family Doesn’t Understand Your Freelance Career
Freelancing can be flexible and rewarding. You’re your own boss, and you’re in charge (most of the time). But it can also be lonely — not because you don’t have colleagues, but because your family and friends don’t understand, and may even make rude comments. One of the hardest parts of freelance is explaining your…
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Why Are My Freelance Job Applications Not Getting Responses?
Silence is one of the most frustrating parts of freelancing. You spend time researching clients, tailoring proposals, fighting the imposter syndrome, hitting “send,” and then watching days (or weeks) pass with no reply. You don’t even get a rejection or feedback. Just nothing. This is especially frustrating on sites like Upwork where you can see…
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The Pros and Cons of Upwork Client Reviews
Love them or hate them, client reviews are one of the most powerful parts of Upwork’s platform. They can open doors, build trust, pad out your profile, and help freelancers stand out in a competitive marketplace. But let’s not be one-sided. They can also introduce stress, uncertainty, and sometimes even unfairness. Like most things in…
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Why Upwork Clients Ask for Lower Rates – And How to Respond
Freelancing on Upwork can be incredibly rewarding, but one challenge almost every freelancer faces, and let’s face it, many complain about, is clients asking for lower rates. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced freelancer, the issue of rates never goes away — and as a freelance writer I can confirm this. However, understanding…
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How To Stop Scrolling Too Much On LinkedIn
LinkedIn has become an essential tool for professionals and freelancers, but it’s also one of the easiest places to fall into an endless scroll. Hey, it’s OK. I’ve been there too. Some days, I’d spend more time scrolling through LinkedIn more than I’d like to admit, and that’s what inspired me to pen this blog….
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Does Upwork Show When You’ve Seen a Message? (Read Receipts)
Scroll any forum, and you’ll notice that freelancers often wonder if clients know when they have read messages on Upwork. After all, sometimes you need a moment or two to digest an offer. Even after years of freelancing, I take my time replying to clients. Never be rash! Short answer: As of December 2025, Upwork…
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Freelance Weekend Jobs: Pros & Cons To Know
Freelance weekend jobs provide a level of flexibility that traditional jobs rarely offer. You choose your clients, set your own schedule, and decide how to structure your workday — all without your boss breathing down your neck. Despite this freedom, many freelancers face the recurring question: should weekends be reserved for work or for rest?…
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What to Do When You Forget to Deliver Client Work
If you’ve ever opened your laptop, checked the date, and felt your stomach drop because you forgot to hand in client work, this blog is dedicated to you. Maybe it happened in the past. Maybe you’re panic Googling right now. Either way, the first thing to know is that everything will be OK. You’re not…
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5 Freelance Admin Tasks You Can Tackle Now
Freelancing gives you freedom. Yipee! But it also gives you mountains of freelance admin. Boo. Invoices, contracts, client emails, taxes… the work behind the work. Many freelancers push these things aside until they pile up, but solid freelancer administration is what keeps your business running smoothly (and stress-free). Like most freelancers, I learned this the…