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Which freelancing platform you think is best for beginners in grabbing their first project? I started with Upwork, applied to a client's project and then I waited until I switched to Freelancer.com and Fiverr because I didn't get any response from them.
I never used such a platform. I made the experience that the most important thing is, that people know what you're doing. My first clients were friends or acquaintances who needed a website for a one time event or similar small projects. Later I got some low paid projects because people told other people that I was a web dev. So tell your family, tell your friends, tell your hairdresser. They will reach out to you as soon as they know somebody who needs something. Also make sure that people can read about your skills online. Make yourself a website showing what you do. Have up-to-date profiles on platforms like LinkedIn or Xing. Show your code on Github/Gitlab. Show your creations on Dribbble etc. Write about your work on DEV and Twitter. People will get to know you and people will recommend you.
And one other thing: You need some patience, especially at the beginning. Don't think you failed because nobody reached out to you. It takes time. But it will happen!
✦ Independent web developer/designer/blogger
✦ Lead Framer Developer at Framerly
✦ Framer Expert & Partner | Advocate at 10x Designers
✦ Hire me on Contra👇
✦ Independent web developer/designer/blogger
✦ Lead Framer Developer at Framerly
✦ Framer Expert & Partner | Advocate at 10x Designers
✦ Hire me on Contra👇
Which freelancing platform you think is best for beginners in grabbing their first project? I started with Upwork, applied to a client's project and then I waited until I switched to Freelancer.com and Fiverr because I didn't get any response from them.
Hi Vaibhav,
I never used such a platform. I made the experience that the most important thing is, that people know what you're doing. My first clients were friends or acquaintances who needed a website for a one time event or similar small projects. Later I got some low paid projects because people told other people that I was a web dev. So tell your family, tell your friends, tell your hairdresser. They will reach out to you as soon as they know somebody who needs something. Also make sure that people can read about your skills online. Make yourself a website showing what you do. Have up-to-date profiles on platforms like LinkedIn or Xing. Show your code on Github/Gitlab. Show your creations on Dribbble etc. Write about your work on DEV and Twitter. People will get to know you and people will recommend you.
And one other thing: You need some patience, especially at the beginning. Don't think you failed because nobody reached out to you. It takes time. But it will happen!
Yes, I got it. Thank you so much for your detailed answer. I really appreciate it. The next step for me is to make a portfolio website. :)
You're very welcome. Don't forget to share a link when you have something to show!
Yes, for sure!