Freelancers: how did you find your first international client?
Marketplaces, referrals, LinkedIn, open source, cold emails? What actually worked, and what was a waste of time?
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Freelancing & Payments · Clients, rates, invoices, Payoneer/Wise and getting paid from abroad.
A client isn't paying my invoice. What can I do?
Team FAQ: this question comes up often, so we've answered it below. Add your own experience, or a different view, in the comments. Late or missing payments are one of the hardest parts of freelancing. What are the steps?
What should a freelance contract include?
Team FAQ: this question comes up often, so we've answered it below. Add your own experience, or a different view, in the comments. Many first-time freelancers work without a contract. What should be in one?
Should I charge hourly or a fixed price for my first freelance project?
Team FAQ: this question comes up often, so we've answered it below. Add your own experience, or a different view, in the comments. Pricing the first project is stressful. Which model is safer?
How do I withdraw money from Upwork in Sri Lanka?
Team FAQ: this question comes up often, so we've answered it below. Add your own experience, or a different view, in the comments. Freelancers often ask about the best way to get Upwork earnings into a local bank account.