If you are a freelancer looking for work on any of the online job sites, you know just how fierce the competition can be. For every job posted there are potentially hundreds of candidates bidding on the same project. In order to be successful on these sites, you have to know how to make your bid stand out from your competition.
If you do not want to get the job, use a template. This is a sure way to turn off a potential employer. It is your responsibility to communicate to an employer that you have taken the time to read the job description. It is also your responsibility to tailor a bid specifically for that employer. Whether the job description needs articles on sleigh beds or on world affairs, every employer wants to feel like their project is a priority to you.
Use some of the job description in your bid. For example, if the assignment asks for multiple sleigh bed articles, tell the employer what your turn around time for these articles will be. This lets them know that you have read the description and understand the terms.
If an employer writes their name at the end of an assignment, make sure to begin your bid using their name. This makes the bid much more personal and effective. Also, if the employer is vague about the details of the job, ask for specifics before you bid. This will show that you are conscience about the jobs you bid.
Make an effort to follow up. After you have posted a bid give the prospective employer a little time before sending a private message. Ask about their decision and whether they need more information. This will help an employer reconsider your bid. This will also get your bid noticed before the make the final decision.
Does the project have to do with decorating a king sleigh bed tastefully? Is your niche interior design? Mention relevant experience when placing your bid. Mention that you have written about bedroom decor, which can help bring your bid into focus.
Finally, be sincere in your bid. It gets easy to write mechanical bids. Keep in mind that mechanical bids are easily detected by prospective employers. Write creatively and honestly and your bid is bound to stand out from the crowd.
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