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📱 If you want to find long-term clients on Upwork, search your niche with the keyword “long term” (e.g., “SEO long term”, “WordPress long term”).

This helps you identify clients seeking lasting relationships.

From there, your proposal writing skills and expertise will determine whether you win those jobs gained through practice, solving problems, and even offering free services to build experience.

The Proposal Formula That Gets Me Interviews on Upwork 📱

Most freelancers mess up proposals. They copy-paste, write long boring intros, beg for work then wonder why clients ignore them.

Here’s the formula that actually works,

1. Hook fast , Your first sentence should grab attention.


2. Mirror the client’s problem Rewrite their job post in your own words to show you understand.


3. Drop proof , Share results, case studies, or even personal projects if you’re new.


4. Simple CTA , End with an easy call-to-action like:

Want me to send a quick breakdown of how I’d approach this?



🤫 Keep it short, clear, confident. No life story. No desperate energy. Clients don’t care about your background they care if you can solve their problem quickly.

❌ Stop trying to look impressive. Be useful, show you understand, and make it easy for clients to say yes. That’s when they start responding

📱 Your Upwork profile is more than a resume

it’s your personal brand.

✅Make it clear, professional, and engaging:

✅Start with a strong title + friendly intro.

✅Show how your skills solve client problems.

✅Highlight results and use numbers when possible.

✅Keep your portfolio sharp (real or mock projects).

✅Use keywords naturally so clients can find you.

✅Stay professional but approachable.


👍Think of your profile as a mix of storytelling + proof of skills. Done right, it becomes a magnet for the right clients.

Congratulations Melese! 🎉📱 
Big cheers on landing your first job on Upwork and getting your account verified
This is just the start of your freelancing journey. I wish you plenty more projects, growth, and success ahead!