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How to start freelancing on upwork part-time

How to start freelancing on upwork part-time

Update: 2025-05-22
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Upwork offers moms a flexible, accessible way to earn $20-75 per hour from home while maintaining control over their schedules and rates. The freelance platform connects 12 million freelancers with 5 million clients, making it easier to find work in writing, design, admin support, legal services and more without needing your own website or marketing strategy.

• Creating a strong, specialized profile increases your chances of getting accepted and hired
• Most successful freelancers apply multiple times before getting accepted
• Include a professional photo and complete all profile sections
• Craft a specific headline that includes what you do and who you serve
• Use relevant keywords naturally throughout your profile
• Research successful profiles by creating a client account to see what works
• Start with beginner-friendly rates to build reviews and experience
• Write customized proposals that show genuine interest in each job posting
• Deliver excellent work and follow up to request reviews

Check out our upcoming resource at littlehandsbigplans.co featuring 50 business ideas moms can do part-time. If you start freelancing on Upwork after this episode, I'd love to feature you in a future podcast!


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How to start freelancing on upwork part-time

How to start freelancing on upwork part-time

Emilia Coto