What to Write in an Upwork Proposal (+ a free proposal template)

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Upwork proposals... what are you supposed to include in them? I've sent over 250 proposals over the course of my time on Upwork, so in this video, let’s talk through the template I used to land Upwork jobs and I’ll wrap up the video with a few of my biggest lessons learned for writing Upwork proposals that actually land clients!
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[00:00] intro
[00:39] who cares about upwork proposals?
[01:21] upwork proposal template
[02:01] part 1: a snazzy intro
[02:40] part 2: the subtle brag
[04:20] part 3: call to action
[04:50] p.s to engage & pique curiosity
[04:56] let's write a proposal together!
[07:24] 5 upwork proposal tips
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@devzdalisay313 Год назад

I love the way you talk or the way you explain everything. Easy to understand just love it this is a great help also for me as a beginner in free lancing.

@thisaraharshana2168 6 месяцев назад

Hi, recently I am up to this. I watched several videos but none of them could be compared with this video. Thank you very much. 😊

@user-jb9jr6nt4r 11 месяцев назад

This is the best video I have ever seen I love that, that is very helpful for me as beginner on Upwork

@malcolmstephenson556 8 месяцев назад

Verify nicely done! You even sold me on trying Upwork. So, you got yourself a new subscriber. Keep Rockin' Babe!

@Dan13Speed Год назад

If we all use the same template, I think this is going to be a problem. Remember this is a numbers game. You may write 50 proposals before you land your first gig, and the more reviews you have the better your chances get. If English isn't your first language then you have a slight disadvantage, however, don't let that imtimitade you, this ia bastadized language that did not exist 1000 years. If your home country is one of those places that is always in the news for the wrong reason, don't worry about that, as there is nothing you can do to change that situation. Just remember that we have certain countries that are completely banned from Upwork due to sanctions. Anyways, I have learnt over the years, not to worry about things that you have no control over, and always give it your best. Watch out for scammers, as I have encountered alot of scam jobs on upwork lately, that target new freelancers. Anyways folks all the best.

@Mary20002 4 месяца назад

You sound very inspiring, upbeat and positive. It’s obvious all of the road blocks you mentioned. However, I believe in God if it’s meant to be it will if not oh well. There’s other freelance avenues but to discourage people because you find that as a treat is not a strategy. I’ll give it a good try and if God wills it there’s nobody going to stop me…👎👎👎👎

@tupacca1281 21 день назад

English has existed 2ince around 400 AD. To help you with the math, thats 1600 years. So I guess you're right. It did not "exist 1000 years". And that "bastadized" language is beautiful because it has faced challenges, near extinction, has borrowed and annexed, and then took over the world as the dominant language. I gotta stand up for English. No one shits on it for free on my watch.

@AndreaSumpter-qm3hf Месяц назад

I just want to say thank you for putting all the work you do into your content! I am a former HR assistant and I have been a stay at home mom the last five years. Now I'm trying to get into the freelance world and frankly I didn't know where to start. I have been binging your videos the last few weeks and I am truly grateful for the detailed advice you give!!

@mobisolaonipede Год назад

This was beautiful!!!

@grouchyolddan 6 месяцев назад

thank god not another ai video but an actual useful informative and great channel/person to learn from :) thank you so much this is the best

@user-cq1cz1nb5y 11 месяцев назад

It was very helpful! I am an absolute beginner on upwork and it helped me a lot.

@currentfavs280 Год назад

oh I'd really love the way you are explaining and I can follow you're instructions well. Thank you!

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

So happy to hear that - glad it was helpful!

@muhammadofei 3 месяца назад

Excellent video, I will use this and I am sure I will get a lot of work on upwork as I am new on there.

@endriaswondafrash9921 3 месяца назад

Thank you my beauty, for your beautiful presentation on free lancer proposal writing ! Thank very much indeed ! help so many people online, please releases such videos

@mujerjane4422 10 месяцев назад

Hi there! I'm just scrolling my RU-vid then i saw your channel. Im so absolutely admire how you deliver the topic about making upwork proposal. I am here because i want to learn more and im very eager to dig more in order to absorb every word what you say. I maybe a newbie but i am willing to understand and make a move to do my task if im given a chance to work at upwork. My only background is youtube university it may sound questioning but that is it. P.s. Hoping someone can proofread my grammar and i will be happy to hear my mistakes. 😊thanks

@nahidulfahim Год назад

It's really helpful for the beginners and you are beautiful plus your way of talking is really hooking.

@martab.7463 Год назад

It was very helpful! I am an absolute beginner on upwork and it helped me a lot to write my first proposal :)

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

So happy to hear that, Marta! :) Best of luck with your proposals.

@jayse5989 Месяц назад

This has been really useful, I will try this out.

@chriszep857 Год назад

Thank you. This video is very helpful.

@LuciaPan Год назад

This is very helpful Deya! I feel so lucky to see your video! Thank you Deya.

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Thanks for watching, Lucia! :)

@weirdworld2486 Год назад

I like your way of sitting🥰

@NATURELOVER-ez2ij 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much ma'am. Such a creative cover letter..

@irinairinovna9230 Год назад

Your template is really great! Thanks!

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Thank you, Irina! 🙂

@letsgoviral777 8 месяцев назад

Thanks, Deya!

@shafaitahir4728 Год назад

Amazing, i realized I've been writing so vague proposals.

@Rahmann_tech 2 месяца назад

This is really helpful and easily understandable for beginners

@creativedoings Год назад

All your contents are so full of value... thank you sir, I can say from your videos, I've improved my chances of getting more projects to work, I will love to have the sample of your proposal Deya🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾

@jenifferoliveira8827 2 года назад

Perfeito! Sempre trazendo conteúdo relevante. Obrigada por compartilhar, são ótimas dicas!

@MyNameIsDeya 2 года назад

Thank you, Jeniffer! :)

@bedbeard333 10 месяцев назад

You did a very good job air-keyboarding!

@amjadawan4150 Год назад

freelancing is aside. your cuteness was overloaded. keep growing. I will apply your tips further

@Rana-yc6yt 2 года назад

Hey cutey pai Your way of explanation is pretty understandable. Pretty awesome

@kyndoll5219 6 месяцев назад

so so helpful! thanks Deya girl :)

@MyNameIsDeya 6 месяцев назад

thanks for watching!!

@annebarboza Год назад

I paused in the middle of the video just to say I admire the way you speak, if you have a podcast I would be listening to them every time I'm working

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Anne!!! That's such a nice compliment. Thank you so much.

@mosiur1050 Год назад

Your explanation is excellent like your face. Keep giving us best valuable content about upwork

@HeadFullofDreams394 Год назад

I love your energy! I just recently signed up for UPWORK, I have zero experience and no training whatsoever, I have no idea where to start but I guess your video gave me new inspiration!

@Orewa_vlad 11 месяцев назад

same haha

@RabbaniaChaudhry 3 месяца назад

yup same. no idea where to start but eager to learn.

@haidersaba6526 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so so much this was really really helpful honestly 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

@saifjakaria Год назад

Thank you for this valuable information❤

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@zahuraalam2998 2 года назад

Wow best video on proposals thank you for the video 📹

@MyNameIsDeya 2 года назад

Thank you, Zahura! Appreciate that.

@swetaparikh4859 11 месяцев назад

Deya your content is just top notch.... Would request you to make some updated videos For eg AI related stuff like how your work with the help of AI and also some tutorials

@nicoleg.9190 Год назад

Thanks for the tips. I implemented them and my % of earning contracts on my submitted proposals has gone up in the 2 days since I watched your video.

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Nicole!!! Yay! I'm so happy to hear that.

@lairenmeitei6699 Год назад

@@MyNameIsDeya MADAM YOU ARE VERY LUCK GIRL , I HAVE 6 PROJECT DONE AND PAYING TIME ASKING ABOUT REFUNDABLE LINKING FEE $50 I HAVE NO MONEY STILL NOW HELP ME PLZ I WILL DONE UR PROJECT WITHIN 1 DAYS

@user-un9kb6mo5r 6 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤

@economis411 9 месяцев назад

great video to start, nice dress anyway

@HeyitsMinzie Год назад

This is very helpful! I am currently using this template so I am hoping I land a job soon! thanks!

@uroobaabid4416 Год назад

Did you ??

@HeyitsMinzie Год назад

@@uroobaabid4416 Yes! It actually worked. I added my own style to it of course. I sent out 7 proposals and got a response from 2. I start Friday 😊

@uroobaabid4416 Год назад

@@HeyitsMinzie I hope I start getting response too. I start from today

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

omg I' so happy to hear that!!! :)

@larafungaming3374 7 месяцев назад

@@HeyitsMinzieWow congratulations 🎉

@dequeency5411 Год назад

Its great thanks

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Glad to hear that! You are so welcome!

@beyondknowledge4977 8 месяцев назад

Thank you

@marjorietirante6547 10 месяцев назад

Mam i hope you can make video on how to make sample work experience in writing and also a portfolio in writing

@afiaagyeiwaa2175 9 месяцев назад

I love straight to the point videos

@rashadzzaman 5 месяцев назад

thanks

@malcolmstephenson556 8 месяцев назад

Curious - What would you estimate is typical response rate to proposal submittal. Maybe I should call it "Conversion rate?

@godwinolokor9372 8 месяцев назад

How did you get the client's name? I hardly see their names.

@remotesaleschris 10 месяцев назад

What about attaching a workee profile, I find that helps

@datinh3m Год назад

what is software you using, i can write like you Deya?

@95muric 3 месяца назад

Hi everyone. When we receive an order for UX/UI design from Upworkt, do we need to conduct an interview with the customer? Or can I receive an order simply by writing?

@itsmahis Год назад

Is this proposal and the cover letter page are same

@HullioGQ Год назад

I thought the Upwork Profile is your resume. Do you actually upload another resume with your proposal?

@SyedAzharBEC 10 дней назад

Hey Deya can men also enroll into your dbm bootcam or only women

@HarisAslam89 22 дня назад

Instead of submitting text proposal, what if I record a short video covering all his project's brief points and send it as attachment? Can a video proposal have a good impact than a text proposal? Will it be against Upwork terms & Conditions?

@PHPTechLife Год назад

The proposal example you mentioned seems generic to me, do you hear about you focused proposals?

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Hey! I did a quick search and a you-focused proposal seems really in line with what we're discussing in this video in terms of focusing on the client & what they're after. :) Or did you feel like anything was missing from this video?

@PHPTechLife Год назад

@@MyNameIsDeya I think the essence of our proposal should be, how we can help our clients to achieve their business goals. It doesn't matter how many degrees and experience we have because clients don't care. We are a stranger to them and if we do not address their unique needs they will jump to the next proposal. The only thing which matters is how you can help the client. Here are key points I think, we should consider while writing a proposal. 1) Did I read the job post properly? 2) Is this job relevant to me? Is this job perfectly match my Upwork profile? 3) In the first sentence, what should I write? so I could grab the client's attention instantly? 4) Do I have the relevant samples to show the client? 5) Never start your proposal with the I word because you have to be unique and most people start their proposal with the I word. When you address the client's unique requirements and craft the proposal accordingly then he/she will surely feel that you are a competent person and will give the confidence to hire you. I think that should be enough for writing a great proposal.

@akterhossain2325 Год назад

Nice video

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Thanks for watching, Aktar!

@pamelaihenatuoha2779 Год назад

The video was really helpful I must say. Kudos to you. Is it right to include one's phone number while writing a proposal?

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

I think it depends & is a personal preference - I personally don't do it for freelancing gigs but I have seen it on some people's CVs/proposals.

@kaluuzoma8614 Год назад

Don't try that on Upwork. You'd get instantly banned

@misskairu8120 Год назад

Good Deya..I have a question. I don't have any work any work experience? How do I go about that. Thank you

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Hiya! I've got videos on how I got going with 0 work experience here - 1) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--KhfvOi9F_k.html and 2) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wgaqwBntCm8.html and 3) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-rgkHT7uNJVk.html Hope that helps!

@AregawiGebrehiwot-s4m 6 дней назад

Can you help Me to start Upwork because i am freshman to this platform

@shahmeercr 4 месяца назад

you talk so swiftly what do you eat

@AlmaAlma-ed9sz 8 месяцев назад

not help for me. sorry

@kompanetspro2116 Год назад

To write "my name..." is a useless thing. Your name is already written by Upwork. "I`d love to be your new...." - there is no sense in these words Clients don't care about this. It would be much better to go straight to the point at the start.

@MyNameIsDeya Год назад

Heya! Feel free to update/edit the template however you see fit. :)

@jaybrown4444 Месяц назад

This proposal sounds good but it's too long. No client is going to read all of this when they have 50 other proposals as well. Also, it's not a good idea for everyone to copy the same template. That would be ridiculous and Upwork will slowly look into things and penalize those who have the same proposal template. I've seen it happen to friends on the site. This is a bad idea guys! There is no one-size-fits-all template. It's a numbers game and clients usually work with freelancers that have the skills they're looking for and have short and precise proposals, with a resume, portfolio, and sometimes references.

@iliutacristian8322 Месяц назад

This is much too long; nobody cares where you worked or for how many years. If you want to include this information, do it in your profile description. The proposal should be short and concise. All that matters is what you can do for the client. Period.

@azryzaky1781 9 месяцев назад

Hello Daya, I need your help. Please let me know is there any way to contact you. I have sent more than 20 proposals and I haven't heard back from client. Let me know why this happens. I'm Doing Data Entry and Virtual Assistant related tasks. heared