Freelance Mentor Needed to Help Junior Web Developer Get First Client

Posted 3 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

Hello, I am a junior web developer based in Tokyo, Japan. My current skills include: * Node.js / TypeScript * Ruby on Rails * Laravel / PHP * MySQL / PostgreSQL * HTML, CSS, JavaScript * Git & GitHub I have built several learning projects and a portfolio website, but I have not yet secured my first freelance client. I am looking for an experienced freelancer who can mentor and guide me through the process of getting my first client. What I need help with: * Reviewing and improving my Upwork profile * Reviewing my portfolio website and GitHub projects * Suggesting portfolio projects that clients would find valuable * Helping me create professional project documentation and case studies * Reviewing my proposals before I submit them * Teaching me how to identify and apply for suitable jobs * Teaching me how to communicate with clients professionally * Providing feedback and accountability What I do NOT need: * Someone to impersonate me * Someone to submit proposals on my behalf * Someone to manage my account directly I want to learn the process myself and improve my freelancing skills. My preferred mentoring style: * Chat-based communication * Occasional screen-sharing sessions * Weekly goals and feedback When applying, please include: 1. Your freelancing experience 2. Platforms you have used (Upwork, Freelancer, Fiverr, etc.) 3. Your approximate earnings or success record 4. How you would help a beginner obtain their first client 5. Examples of freelancers you have mentored, if any Thank you.

  • $92.50

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  • Remote Job
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Activity on this job
  • Proposals:Less than 5
  • Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
  • Interviewing:
    2
  • Invites sent:
    0
  • Unanswered invites:
    0
About the client
Member since Apr 10, 2024
  • JPN
    Tokyo8:52 AM
  • $261 total spent
    5 hires, 0 active
  • 42 hours

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