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🧠Client Psychology on Upwork
Most people think clients are ONLY hiring for skills. But if you’ve ever been on the other side of the screen (as a client), you know that’s not true.
When clients post a job, they’re usually juggling:
- 🚀 Speed → “Can this person get the job done without me babysitting them?”
- 🔒 Trust → “Will they actually follow through and not disappear mid-project?”
- 💡 Clarity → “Do they get what I need without me writing a 10-page manual?”
- 🗣️ Communication → “Can they keep me updated so I don’t stress out?”
- 🎯 Results → “Do they understand the outcome I’m paying for, not just the task?”
Think about it this way:Hiring on Upwork is a risk management game for the client. They’re not just asking:
“Who’s the most skilled?” They’re asking:“Who feels like the safest bet?”
That’s why someone with less experience but stronger positioning/communication can beat out a more skilled freelancer or agency.
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🧠Client Psychology on Upwork
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