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Bid

In the world of freelancing, a bid is a proposal that a freelancer submits to a client in response to a posted job or project. The bid outlines the freelancer’s qualifications, relevant experience, proposed approach, estimated cost, and timeline for completing the project. The goal of a bid is to persuade the client that the freelancer is the best candidate for the job and that they have the skills and expertise necessary to complete the project successfully.

When submitting a bid, freelancers need to carefully read the project description and understand the client’s requirements to tailor their proposal to the project’s needs. A well-crafted bid can help a freelancer stand out from other applicants and win the job. However, it’s important to balance the cost and timeline estimates with the quality of work to avoid bidding too low and underselling yourself or too high and losing the job to someone else who offers a more competitive rate.

See also: Guru.com, Freelancer.com, Upwork Agency, Spec Work

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