🐣 how I found & landed my FIRST upwork job (with 0 experience + 0 testimonials)

In this video, let’s talk about how to get you that very, very first Upwork job, the 3 non-negotiables you need to look for in a first job, and....how to land it and get you going with this whole freelancing thing... finally.

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🎞️ IN THIS VIDEO:
[00:00] intro
[00:56] the goal of your first upwork job
[02:28] 3 non-negotiables of your first upwork job
[04:48] my first job on upwork
[05:22] landing your first job on upwork

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[nicoleg.]

This video helped me successfully launch my Upwork account this year. Thanks so much for the tips.

[sandralewin]

Hello Deya, Thank you for this video. It is so honest and simple. First video I have seen that really answers the question ‘how do I find first client’!

[LarryIAm]

This is honestly eye opening, I hadnt really ever considered freelance work until recently and because of you really. Im a blue collar worker but these cold temps/ snow has dropped work for me. I had no idea some of these tasks could be that easy until I paused and read all of them. I need to get on upwork asap, I’m sure it’s more competitive now but something’s got to give. I’ll implement my previous experience in customer service and my own skill set to make something work. Thank you so much Dye

[Shella-hd]

I love that disclaimer about overthinking on the first part of your video! Thanks!

[hungminh]

Hey Deya, I just want to thank you so much for helping other beginners! I recently landed my first job using your tips!

[matthewhou]

Hi Deya, I am a software engineer with four years of experience and I want to start a business on Upwork after being laid off. I found your video very helpful for beginners like me, and I want to thank you for that. I think everyone struggling in the current employment environment should watch your video; they might find a new path forward.🙂

[its_tii]

Thank you so much for this, I automatically looked at the reviews 😂

[grmuriel]

Haven't land a job thru upwork yet, but your videos are very helpful, thank you!!!

[marschallvirtual]

Hi Deya, because of your other video I started applying and got interviewed yesterday by a Finance Blogger. Not really a DBM position but he might need a team manager in 6 months. What I applied for now is a one time project and I am excited to start. Thank you! ❤

[ErikBassan]

Super useful! Thank you of the motivation!

[Terra.Chifilyonova]

Ohhh thank you so much for making it look so simple. I am going for it. You are so sweet!

[ysmncuel]

thank you so much, Deya! I'll definitely start Upwork with your tips, they are very doable and true, not those tips from a person who's trying to sell you some random course, lol. Thanks a lot :)

[Luckinoart]

your advice are simple clear thank you for the tips

[Gilmarbarrioss]

Very very clear video. What an amazing job you did. You earned my subscribe thank you 🙂 I got the info I was looking for

[emmanuelojong]

Well detailed lecture.
Thanks a zillion.

[skmorrow]

Thanks for this! Do you have any advice or videos on using connects? Like how many to use to boost your application, etc?

[comptegoogle]

It would be interesting to know the amount of freelancers on upwork in 2016 compared to 2025.

[infofromBeKind]

I'm debating cancelling my account since I haven't gotten a job yet - even with invites. I reach out to the people who extended the invites and ask for updates since I haven't heard back either way and have yet to hear back from anyone...

[syafirakhairunnisa]

Hello deya, Im very glad i found your video and channel. Btw can you recommend should i use an iPad or notebook instead for any job related ?

[rielfernandes]

Hello, I am struggling to get my first job on upwork, but will try your advice..