Learn how to promote yourself

Stand out from the competition and get more control over your chances of winning the work you want.

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Use Connects to give you the edge when you need it

Spend Connects like points on Upwork to show potential clients that you’re serious about your business and invested in building a working relationship with them. Connects are an investment toward your freelance career. Win more work, increase your earning power and build longer-lasting relationships with clients who know you best.

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Explore ways to take more control and win more work

Edit your availability

Availability badge

Let clients know you’re ready to work and available now with a bold, blue badge on your profile, and in search results. Help clients find you faster.

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Boost your proposals

Boost your proposals

Increase your chances of getting the jobs you’re really interested in by bidding to boost your proposal. If your bid wins, you’ll land in the client’s top four slots with an eye-catching blue lightning bolt.

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See where you excel

By using My Stats, you can see where you stack up against the competition and where you can improve with the right tools and information.

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