Upwork: A Revenue Generator for Startups

Starting a business can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to finances. But don’t worry, there are plenty of resources out there to help you get started.

Marcus Spencer
Vertical Bar Media

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Loans are not always available to entrepreneurs at the start of their business journey. My two friends and I are starting a tech news website and media production company. Our fearless leader suggested that we use freelance websites to find work, as we each have unique and in-demand skills. This is a great idea that I would not have considered otherwise.

Until the finances are figured out later on, it’s important to have some sort of revenue stream. This can be used later to aquire more funds or even pay for services like software that are crucial to the beginning stages of the business.

What is Upwork?

Upwork is a global freelancing platform that connects businesses with independent professionals. It was founded in 2003 as Elance-oDesk and rebranded as Upwork in 2015. As of 2023, Upwork has over 18 million registered freelancers and five million registered clients.

How Freelance Websites Work

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Marcus Spencer
Vertical Bar Media

I have experience writing in-depth reviews of tech products, with a focus on market trends and analysis.