Post #611

Most freelancers aren’t struggling because of the platform. They’re struggling because of how they approach it. Here are some small habits that helped me. 🔸 I don’t apply to most jobs Early on, I used to apply to everything. Big mistake. Now I only apply if: → The client has real spending history → The problem is clearly explained → The project fits exactly what I do Sometimes I skip 20–30 jobs before sending one proposal. But that one proposal has a much higher chance of closing. 🔸 I read the client profile first Before even opening the job post, I check: → Total spend → Average hourly rate paid → Number of hires → Feedback from freelancers If the client has never paid anyone well, that usually doesn’t change. 🔸 My proposals are short Most freelancers send long proposals. Clients don’t read them. My structure is usually simple: → One sentence showing I understand the problem → One short example of similar work → One clear next step That’s it. Short messages often get more replies. 🔸 I focus on one core skill A lot of freelancers try to offer everything. Clients prefer specialists. 🔸 I focus on long-term clients.