How to AVOID SCAMS on Upwork & Work with LEGIT / VERIFIED Clients

Learn how to identify and AVOID scams on Upwork and only work with legitimate or verified clients. One of the most frequently asked questions I get about Upwork is how to identify genuine clients to avoid accepting jobs that are scams/spam. After 4+ years of using Upwork, I have avoided working with clients that are not genuine. Follow my tips to stay safe, protect your account and hours of labor, and only work with verified clients on Upwork. I'll also discuss scenarios you should avoid if clients ask you for money or any upfront costs before or after hiring you. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Getting Started on Upwork 01:00 - Never Pay a Client 02:12 - Never Work for Free 03:23 - Avoid Messages with Suspicious Links 04:34 - Don't Accept Payments Outside of Upwork 05:58 - Don't Communicate Outside of Upwork Before Starting Contract 07:19 - Report Suspicious Messages or Job Postings 09:04 - Work with Clients that have Verified Payment Method Want to get started on Upwork and don't know how? Watch my tutorials below: ▶    • Upwork Freelancer Tutorial Series: How to ...   Note: I do not directly work for Upwork not am I affiliated in anyway with Upwork. I am a top-rated plus freelancer and am simply sharing my experience, insight, and knowledge working on the platform. Connect with Me on Social Media: Instagram ▶   / jennifermarievo   Facebook ▶   / jennifermarievo   #jennifermarievo #upwork #upworkforbeginners