UPWORK MISTAKES 91% of Freelancers make & how to fix them

[@JoshBurnsTech]

❗❗❗Update from Upwork regarding discontinuing RSS feeds: We wanted to inform you that, beginning August 20, Upwork will no longer support RSS feeds. Because you’ve recently accessed an RSS feed, we want to give you ample notice to adjust your workflows accordingly. This is really disappointing from my perspective, as it just makes things more difficult for freelancers. This will force you to spend more time manually searching for jobs until a new solution arises. If you know of a workaround, please drop a comment below. Thank you!

[@ericbenson4044]

That is super disappointing. Keep us pointed on this one.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

@@ericbenson4044 I'm sure something related to bots caused this issue for all of us. That's the only thing I can think of.

[@coolservices9199]

Hi Josh, please share rss alternative asap

[@alyssacoffey1760]

Yeah super hurtful for freelancers. Would love to know if there's a workaround

[@jimeppelin]

Josh, can we mention other platforms like LinkedIn, without providing a hyperlink?

[@kenslyfresh6582]

😮 Is he seriously giving these advance tips for free. I’m mind blown 🤯. This the stuff people pay for. THANK YOU!!! X1000

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! I'm glad you found the video helpful 😀

[@Aliakbaresmaeiliiii]

Wow bro thank you so much 😮😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bobmangaliso6277]

Can you guys help me i'm a beginner and i'm still in College

[@JoshBurnsTech]

6:26 Well, looks like Upwork updated the advanced search in the past week and no longer let you add multiple titles. So, for now you will have to use a single job title and create a seperate Zap for each title. If I find a way around this to add multiple job titles, I will update this comment.

[@douglasmathewriverauriarte6543]

Maybe one RSS looking for multiple feeds?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

@@douglasmathewriverauriarte6543 If you figure out how to do that, let me know. lol

[@teamwillslivinus8392]

I haven't seen the RSS option... Is that removed too?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

@@teamwillslivinus8392 Nope, it's still there!

[@Rahmann_tech]

Alright thanks

[@estelaagudelo9409]

Hi Josh. I've been on Upwork for a while, but I can't get any more jobs and I know I'm good at what I do. This week I decided to look for options, mistakes, tips and move forward with my career on Upwork and then I found your videos on KZbin. Thank you very much for your great content because it has given me not only hope, but also good tips that from now on I will be putting into practice. A hug from Colombia

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Hi Estela! I'm so happy to hear that and I'm glad that you found my channel. I hope the tips from this video help you win jobs on Upwork :)

[@muscleguyphilippines]

is this ZAPIER automation free?@@JoshBurnsTech

[@FaisalImran-j4j]

This is by far the best Upwork video I have found on internet. Thank you so much for sharing this content. Huge service bro!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I'm glad you think so! I hope the tips help you win more jobs on Upwork 😀

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Upwork mistake #5 is not scrolling up to hit the Like button :) Get the Upwork Cover Letter Template (FREE): joshburnstech.com/coverletter Join the private freelance community: patreon.com/joshburnstech

[@saddamhossaindotnet]

Loved it, man! Thanks a lot!!!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

@@saddamhossaindotnet Appreciate you! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@aashwinikumar697]

@@JoshBurnsTech I am glad youtube recommended me this video, btw I was wondering are you guys looking for a short or long-form video editor?

[@jachimmachristian457]

😂 Thanks alot Josh

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome!@@jachimmachristian457

[@elizabethashley8481]

As a freelanders on Upwork I'm in awe of your kindness. People often share basic info and charge 100s of dollars. Thank you!

[@IvrahimKhalil]

Just one tip has changed my life forever as an upwork freelancer. God bless you, sir, I was really struggling to get new clients.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome! I'm very happy to hear this

[@dasunnirmitha7693]

Zap seems quite interesting. Looking for jobs can become such a drag a tool like that could really help out. Thanks Josh! Your advices helped me set foot on freelancing. Happily a Top Rated Plus Upworker now with a 100% job success.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You’re welcome! Like most things, there are other ways/tools to accomplish the same tasks. I like Zapier the most because it’s easy to work with.

[@chocolatelover3770]

The zapier tip helped so much! I landed my first job thanks to it. Your content is amazing and you are doing a huge service, Josh!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

That's amazing to hear! I'm so glad that it helped you land your first Upwork job. 😀 Thanks so much for leaving a comment.

[@ibrahimaliyunasir3066]

Does the Zapier automation link automatically takes you to Upwork site? Mine is showing html and codes. Please how can i go about it?

[@bhuwin6186]

because of your looks

[@AnsafP]

​@@ibrahimaliyunasir3066re do it.

[@chocolatelover3770]

@@JoshBurnsTechhey Josh! Looks like they have stopped support for RSS. What are other ways to get notified about jobs?

[@dewanzulkarnain]

Brother The cover letter was exceptional.. Special special thanks for the amazing cover letter

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad you like it!

[@_zEuS0390_]

Wow! Thanks for the info Josh. Just started following you and your videos are very helpful. Keep it up!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You’re very welcome! Hope it helps you 😁

[@MusannanHossainAniq]

Thanks a lot Josh, for uploading this video. This video is filled with so much information. Keep making this type of videos.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thanks, will do! 😁

[@rizwannazir6655]

Hi Josh, This is amazing, keep up the good work.

[@Ah_Mariee]

Going back to Upwork after a long hiatus and saw this video. It's so helpful. Thank you so much. A bit confident now.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome! :)

[@happydecaf]

This video is insane, especially the Zapier/Gmail Integration!! I've made $100k on Upwork and this video still taught me so much. Been watching your videos for years, thanks Josh!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thanks so much, Caleb! That means a lot and I'm glad that you learned something new.

[@youtubecreaters59]

Hi Josh ,thank so much for uncovering all these secrets for freelancer. I have been stuck without moving an inch for a year now .I hope by following your guide I will unleash my potentials in Freelancing.

[@peteruche49]

Funny how I searched for this just yesterday and I couldn't find anything helpful until now I watched this video. You're a great person, Josh. Though quite technical, I've saved this for later gradually processing.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Just follow the steps and let me know if you run into any issues.

[@collinsmuthie7924]

You have given me hope to work on upwork once again. You are guaranteed that I am your subscriber.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I am so happy to hear that! :) Thanks so much for the sub and for taking the time to leave a comment. I greatly appreciate it!

[@Prestige.A]

It's 1:29am here and a yearn for a way that works brought me here. Thanks for this really Man. Really hope it works for me

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! I hope that it helps you win more jobs on Upwork :)

[@hasanahbeauty3096]

Wow its golden consulting. Thank you. You are a sincere person. I hope your day full of blessing, happiness, and prosperity. Thank you❤

[@user-honey86ph]

Hi Josh! I'm your new subscriber from Philippines.. Thank you for sharing this very helpful videos, i'm a newbie in a Virtual Assistance job. And i'm having a hard time to look a job on Upwork.. You're a blessing.🥰❤️ More Power to your career!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Hey! I'm so glad that you found my channel and thanks for taking the time to leave a comment :)

[@kenankesa]

Wow, let's try it out Josh. It would save me soo much time!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Let me know how it works for you!

[@growwithkrishan1]

Well, It's mind-blowing! I'M going to use this method and give you a review!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Let's go!

[@naomiagbo3715]

Thanks Josh, this is incredible 😍

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! 😀

[@neoneil9377]

Thank you sooooooooooooooooooo much this is the holy grail of Upwork.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad you think so! :)

[@camiloponce5283]

Maan! Thank you so much for putting this video together Josh!!! And having those templates for free for all of us! you're truly generous. Thank youu!!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@theanywherestudio]

this is finally the video i have spent years on youtube for

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad you finally found it 😀 I share everything that's worked for me on Upwork.

[@sien_visuals6394]

It's crazy how I just found out about this from another very old video on KZbin. Purely by coincidence. Glad to know it's still effective. Edit : yours is far more informative and detailed!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for the comment!

[@mrballatai]

hey Josh thanks for the video, I have been watching a few of your videos as I just started a month ago and I have now started to receive a few high quality jobs directly from client!😄

[@mahirlabib808]

Thanks for sharing your valuable freelancing knowledge. Keep sharing. Best wishes!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You’re welcome! 😁 I have a lot of new content planned out. 🔥

[@marblekarma1731]

Wasnt expecting this, happy i never waste my time and actually learnt something

[@ayoadeduyite]

This was very helpful. Thank you, Josh!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! Glad you found it helpful 😀

[@eudoxiea]

The "what do you mean at the end"😄what do you really mean Josh?😂😅Oh! thank God i came across this channel and a heartfelt thanks to you too Josh for all these values you're sharing with us for free, i'm personally so grateful🙏

[@JoshBurnsTech]

😂 Thank you so much! I'm so happy to hear that it helped you.

[@umerarif9429]

Josh. Thank you so so much. You are really a motivation man. ❤

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I'm really happy to hear that! ❤

[@NaveedAli-n5g]

Thank you, the last tip was just amazing!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@ნიკალაბაძე]

I couldn't help but to notice that you have G.R.R martins books in there you have a good taste, also thanks for the freelancing tips. it was really helpful

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I'm a huge GOT fan haha

[@TifeBolt]

This was very helpful and impacting. Thank you can you help drop tips for us beginners because starting on Upwork is really challenging and most of us just starting find it hard to click a contract due to so many reasons Thank you for your positive response

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Hey! This video will help you as a beginner. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJSud5d8bNWBqsk

[@md.mehedihassan5744]

This video is so helpful for newbies. Thanks.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! 😀

[@muhammadumarsotvoldiev9555]

Thank you very much! From Uzbekistan!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome!

[@IrhaSofts]

Hey Josh today I'm very thankful to Allah because I found you❤ Now I'm 100 percent sure that I'll get high paying jobs by applying these useful methods. As I'm a freelancer from last 4 years and my total income is less than 20k dollars because none of successful freelancer want to share their secret tips💡 but NOW I'M GRATEFUL TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE. SOON I'LL SHARE MY SUCCESS STORY WITH YOU. THANKS AGAIN

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Hey! Thanks so much for the kind words. Please keep me updated on your progress. 😀

[@IrhaSofts]

@@JoshBurnsTech sure I'll

[@ghazi1832]

Good, best Video ever. Followed every tutorial.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Appreciate that!

[@maestroj22]

Thanks Josh... Sincere appreciation

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! :)

[@mdnaymulhaque4886]

Thanks Josh! That's a life saving tip.♥

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! :)

[@Pro-sj7yl]

Very cool from you to share such content. Thank you

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@EliteGentlemanHub]

You sir, are a king among men! I've been thumbing through so many of these videos to find actual advise and basically find zilch other than "My new course has all the information you'll need". Thank you for having a channel with real information. You'll get my ongoing views, my ongoing likes and you got a new subscriber. One question, how does one handle this if they're socially awkward and have trouble communicating well on client calls? Is it just something you have to get better at? I'm particularly wanting to avoid calls because I have a speech impediment (well, a sort of stammer) and I also work at an agency full time so I can't take calls. Any thoughts on how to manage that?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thanks so much for the kind words, I truly appreciate it! Yes, it definitely takes time to get better speaking on calls. It's something that you can gradually improve over time. You can also communicate over text chat, but it's more difficult to get a good feel for the client imo.

[@ΠανωραίαΜαρίαΓιαννούτσου]

Thank you a lot for your tips and your advice

[@vladimirkolesnikov869]

Josh you're great guy! I'll try your tips and edit this comment after! Thank you so much!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! Hope this video helps you win jobs on Upwork!

[@TutorialsMakerUrduHindi0]

One of the best tips! Thank you

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome! Hope it helps you win jobs on Upwork :)

[@TutorialsMakerUrduHindi0]

Peace :)@@JoshBurnsTech

[@marketingsolutionsrus]

Awesome tutorial. Thanks for posting. Subscribed as well.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thanks so much and especially for the sub!

[@VihigasFinest]

Some crazy staff here ❤❤❤❤ Awesome!!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Hope it helps you on Upwork! :)

[@AmputeeAdventureChannel]

Good stuff as always Josh! Thanks for this

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Appreciate you my friend 😃

[@hamza_hasnat_hbk]

This is the channel I should subscribe.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I really appreciate the sub!

[@geka_sol4008]

Thanks Josh, very useful as usual!!!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad it was helpful! 😁

[@kinetikdynamics5563]

Seriously useful insights. Thanks a lot.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suridtheanalyst6770]

This guy is a gem, so less views. Big win 😂❤

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're early 😂

[@ebookscapedatabase]

Very informative. Thank you Josh!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome!

[@victorademoye600]

Thanks a lot Josh. You are very helpful

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Glad to hear that! :)

[@aminaarshad2987]

This is really a great tip, Thankyou

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You've very welcome! :)

[@frozensushi2537]

the pixel art was really cool!!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thanks! I hired a freelance on Upwork to create it :)

[@sarmadali77771]

Great sharing, Thanks Josh

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You’re welcome! 😁

[@kretoskim8555]

This is gold!!!!! Thank you!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome! :)

[@livinthefilm]

Josh with another banger!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Appreciate that!

[@christophergabriel6940]

Wow! this is incredible. I got value

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I’m very happy to hear that! 😁

[@Anyafulugo123]

This is so good, man. I’d like to know If adding a google link as a portfolio in my cover letter is part of violating Upwork rules.

[@Zombiedesign247]

Thank you so much for the tutorial.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You are so welcome!

[@FelistaMuthoni-vy4nm]

Amazing, happy to have watched this video

[@proghostwritinghub]

What do mean....? Are you serious....you're giving these tips in free❤

[@JoshBurnsTech]

😀

[@hassaanhameed]

thank you Josh your first name similar to statsquest (josh)

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome!

[@govindsharmaaa]

Perfect video brother ❤

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Appreciate that brother 🤝

[@chrisdoukiris7132]

All of us did these mistakes at some point

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Agreed!

[@mc_graciloo]

Thank you so much for this great job done. Sir, I have been on review for 3 days now. How many more days do I need to wait to be reviewed.❤

[@muhammadhuzaifa022]

Thanks Josh for the help

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome! :)

[@mattjanachek]

Super helpful. Can you take this down now to reduce competition :D

[@JoshBurnsTech]

It doesn't have many views so you're good LOL

[@imAsadKhilji]

Awesome video man :)

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thank you! :)

[@arshiaazam9684]

What a video👏👏👏👏 thanks Josh.

[@kathitpurohit7446]

Wow amazing value Josh! Is it safe to use Zapier for job updates? just making sure it's under the Upwork TOS

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Yes, absolutely. I know tons of freelancers who use it.

[@kechelietoussaint7657]

Thank you very much Can you also present your videos in French please

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thanks! I will keep that in mind.

[@upworkcoach]

Your advice is legit! Thanks a bunch for dropping these gems.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Appreciate that!

[@upworkcoach]

​@@JoshBurnsTech I can't believe I didn't know about this sooner. Seriously, you're saving lives with this info!

[@Inder_pal_singh]

Lots of Love from India Josh ❤❤❤

[@JoshBurnsTech]

❤❤❤

[@makimariami]

How I saw Zapier is only free for a very short period of time, after you have to pay. Am I wrong?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're correct. Zapier has a free trial, but you you'll need to pay for Zaps that include more than one step.

[@KGeoffrey]

I have created a good Upwork profile i have proposed for jobs but no fruits yet. Now i don't have connects i have to wait for free connects monthly 😭

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Connects are tough right now. If you don't have a budget to buy connects, then you have to be very selective when applying for jobs.

[@Driver_Eddie]

If you have two different skill sets/services you want to offer... say social media consulting and script writing, would you recommend creating two profiles or putting them all in one?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Look into specialized profiles

[@tools4339]

thank you for being awesome

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thank you for the awesome comment :)

[@Pawgallery06]

Thanks Josh

[@xingshunLee]

thank you very much for sharing

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're very welcome!

[@Ilyas-u1o]

Thank you!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome!

[@lolaolasupo]

Thank you Josh

[@fatinazmyan]

sir your sound quality is great

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thank you so much!

[@ΝίκοςΤζουνάκος]

thank you very much!

[@JoshBurnsTech]

You're welcome!!

[@AbiodunTimothy-k8e]

Hi Josh, I love your videos... You're so sincere! How can I start I have been a teacher for years, what do think I can do on up work.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Thank you so much, that means a lot! I think the best thing that you can do is start browsing job categories on Upwork to identify areas that you have skills in. www.upwork.com/freelance-jobs/ support.upwork.com/hc/en-us/articles/360024801733-Job-Categories-and-Descriptions

[@XxXPringlesNinjaXxX]

I see your comment about an update where it doesn't allow "OR" or "AND," however I think it's working for me still?

[@berniceebenezer1128]

Awesome tip! Thanks! But how much will I be spending for Zapier? It’s very expensive isn’t it?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Since it's a multi-step Zap, it would start at $19/month which is what I currently pay. If you win a job from it, then it more than pays for itself. You could probably find a cheaper/free alternative to Zapier but it would involve more work and be more complex to manage. I personally like Zapier for the ease of use. And I'm not affiliated with them in any way, this is my personal advice/recommendation.

[@berniceebenezer9878]

Thank you for your insights, @@JoshBurnsTech

[@PalashMir-lu2zh]

Many many thanks 👍❤

[@itahirk]

For some reasons the title search with the AND/OR operators isn't working for me. By the way Awesome content, Josh.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

I’m not having an issue with it. Try starting over from a fresh search. I only use OR when adding multiple titles. Thank you!

[@itahirk]

​ @JoshBurnsTech There seems to be an issue. Checked using two diiferent browsers. A single update makes everything a mess as soon as I press enter and I get a suggesion did you mean .....? I also have 5 input fields on my advanced search while you have 6. I didn't have Skills Search and different wording for 'Exclude these words' on my end to 'None of these words'. Is it something depending on the location I think?

[@JoshBurnsTech]

@@itahirk You're right, looks like Upwork updated advanced search and no longer allow you to manipulate the title search. You will just have to use a single title search. I will update the video description.

[@itahirk]

​ @JoshBurnsTech I litterly jumped into making a zap for as this was an awesome idea to create a zap for. So bad they updated it, but I think we can still create an RSS feed and zap if we add some other job related tweaks on left sidebar.

[@JoshBurnsTech]

@@itahirk You can definitely still create one. Just not one RSS feed for multiple job titles. You will have to create a single job title search for each RSS feed.

[@omarsworld8]

Very inspiring

[@JoshBurnsTech]

Happy to hear that!

[@kinetikdynamics5563]

When I click on RSS, a file is downloaded. I copied the URL from that file and pasted in zapier. But it can't pull the feed. Any suggestion?

[@kubra2967]

great sharing ,Thanks

[@Pamela_Lopezs]

Upwork doesn't allow me to have an acount with them. I have created 3 different accounts and they have permanently blocked all 3 of them. 😭

[@BKMERRELL]

Upwork removed the RSS feed feature on August 20th, I wonder if there is a workaround...

[@JoshBurnsTech]

If you find a good one leave it under my pinned comment on this video lol