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Messiah Ekaette

@messiahekaette1

AI-Powered Freelancer
Top 3% of Upwork freelancers | Top Rated+
Helping businesses write, sell & scale
Speaker | Trainer – Freelancing

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The spam folder is arguably the worst nightmare of every email marketer. Fact: 45% of emails sent every day gets classified as spam. "That’s around 15 billion unread, unseen and ignored emails every day".

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Success doesn’t come from waiting—it comes from starting. Write that pitch. Send that email. Take action. The win is yours!

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I’ve freelanced on Upwork for 3+ years. Here’s how I stand out in a crowd of 18M+ freelancers: 1. I read job posts—Most skim & send generic proposals. I don’t. 2. I spend time pitching—I follow up via LinkedIn & cold emails. 3. I’m picky—I research clients before applying.

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I spend at least an hour pitching on Upwork. Sounds excessive right? Here’s why it works: -I personalize every proposal. - I follow up via LinkedIn & cold email. - I make sure clients remember me. If you want better gigs, put in the work!

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Most freelancers struggle on Upwork because they don’t stand out. Here’s my simple strategy: 📌 Read job posts carefully. 📌 Pitch like you mean it. 📌 Be selective with jobs. Throwing random proposals won’t cut it—be intentional!

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Not every job is worth pitching for. I only apply when: 1. I can research the client. 2. I can tailor my pitch to their needs. 3. I see long-term value. Being picky isn't limiting—it’s how you land better, high-paying gigs.

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The difference between struggling freelancers & successful ones? - Attention to detail. Most skim job posts & send generic proposals. I take time to understand the client’s needs before pitching. Small habits make a BIG difference. Stay intentional!

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Freelancing isn’t about applying to everything—it’s about applying to the right things. I only pitch when I can personalize my approach. Quality > Quantity.

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Freelancing isn’t a numbers game. It’s a strategy game. Pitch wisely, read carefully, and be intentional. That’s how you win on Upwork (or anywhere).

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I got scammed on Upwork once—never again. Now, I never take conversations outside the platform until a contract is in place. Lesson learned.

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Don’t just search for jobs under ‘Find Work’ on Upwork. I always use the ‘Search for jobs’ bar with these filters: - Payment Verified - At least 1 to 9 hires (I also check 10+ hires) It saves me from time-wasters and scams.

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One major red flag on Upwork? A client’s history full of bad reviews. I always check their past projects before applying. It’s saved me from headaches more than once! 🚩

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What if you get scammed on Upwork? You could try reaching out to support, but honestly... the best move is to avoid it in the first place. Be smart. Be cautious.

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I used to get excited and pitch without checking client details. Not anymore. Now, I’m picky. I use filters, check reviews, and stay on Upwork till contracts are signed. Better safe than sorry.

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"If you don’t talk about your value, people will assume you have none." Bragging isn’t arrogance—it’s marketing yourself. Share your wins with confidence!

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Make it about value, not vanity. Instead of saying, “I made $5k in a month,” say, “I helped my client 3X their revenue, and in return, I hit my first $5k month.”

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Celebrate wins, big and small! Every step forward counts, and people love to see growth. Your progress is worth sharing—don’t shrink yourself!