Freelancing on Guru.com

Introduction

• Alternatives to common freelancing platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Freelancer.
• Guru.com discussed as a viable platform, especially for beginners.
• Goal: Create and optimize a profile on Guru, learn how to get projects and earn.
• Additional resources: Free freelancing course available in the playlist.

Digital Marketing Course Offer

• WS Cube Tech's online/offline digital marketing course.
• Benefits: Professional, practical training, industry expert classes, valid certification, access to paid tools, class recordings, doubt sessions.
• Interested candidates can find the enrollment form in the description.

Getting Started on Guru.com

• Website: Guru.com
• Options: Post a job (for employers) or find jobs (for freelancers).
• Pricing: Handling fee for employers reduced to 2.9%, freelancers have to pay fees based on different packages.

Freelancer Packages

• Basic (Free):
  • 9% fee on every order
  • 10 bids per month
  • Limited features
• Paid Packages (Basic Plus, Professional, Business, Executive):
  • Various features like increased bids, job QnA, bid rollover, premium search boost, etc.

Signing Up

• Required to enter name, email, and decide if you are an employer/freelancer.
• Security: Two-factor authentication, security questions (optional).

Creating and Optimizing a Profile

• Add a photo and screen name (can be your personal name, business name, or brand name).
• Provide contact information (not visible to others, for billing purposes only).
• Dashboard: Options to add services or work as a dedicated resource.
• Adding a service: Include service title, description, relevant skills, service category, service rate, and a service thumbnail.

Creating a Thumbnail with Canva

• Use Canva to design the service thumbnail (300x200 pixels, under 5MB).
• Include service details, experience, contact info in the design.

Finding and Bidding on Jobs

• Two ways to get projects: Being contacted by employers or bidding for projects.
• Search for relevant jobs and review project details, including budget.
• Challenges: Some jobs require certain criteria like earnings, ID verification, and paid membership to bid.

Completing Quotes and Verification

• Quoting for a job: Choose payment terms (fixed price, hourly, recurring, task-based).
• Scope of work: Include details about past work, skillset, portfolio.
• Premium Quotes: Requires upgraded membership.
• Verification process: Contact info, photo, ID, proof of address, and credit card verification.

Tips for Freelancers

• Complete profile verification for better trust and opportunities.
• Consistently search and bid on relevant jobs.
• Explore additional freelancing platforms like Fiverr and Upwork if needed.

Conclusion

• Recap: Make money through freelancing on Guru.com by creating a verified profile and actively bidding on jobs.
• More freelancing platforms and tips available in the free course.
• Next video coming soon; keep learning!