When I moved from Upwork to Contra, I wasn’t sure whether I was making the right decision. Now? I...When I moved from Upwork to Contra, I wasn’t sure whether I was making the right decision. Now? I...
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Sydelle Creative
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• 4h
When I moved from Upwork to Contra, I wasn’t sure whether I was making the right decision.
Now? I’m never going back.
Contra has given me more than a place to find work. It has connected me with clients who value my professional perspective, trust my expertise, and invest accordingly. It’s also given me visibility, community and the space to grow from an independent designer into a collaborative studio that’s continuing to expand.
So, if you’re just starting out on Contra, take this as your sign to keep going. Show up, share your work and give it time. You never know what it could grow into.
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Damilola Adelaja
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• 20m
Wow...Thanks so much for this, Sydelle I’m just starting out here and this has motivated me to do more. Any tips on how to get better here, attract clients and all?
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Sydelle Creative
pro
• now
Absolutely! I’d recommend engaging with the community, sharing your projects regularly and joining the challenges. They’re also a great way to experiment and learn new creative tools. All of this helps build your Discovery Score and gets your work seen. I’d also apply to...
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