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Expert Talk: Freelancer Selection from the Client Perspective
Tue, Sep 20, 2022, 9:00 AM (PDT)
Expert Talks highlight success stories from top talent and focus on key takeaways and learnings to share
About this event
Join us on September 20th at 9 am PDT as we speak with Upwork technical project managers Mike Neilson and Dmitry Zaretsky to gain specific insight into the client's perspective and experience in selecting and working with independent professionals.
Mark your calendars: September 20th at 9:00 AM PDT as Upwork Event Manager Will Simpson, Upwork Technical Project Manager Mike Neilson, and Upwork Technical Project Manager Dmitry Zaretsky will discuss:
Crafting a profile that attracts clients
Successful communication practices
Insight into the client side of Interviewing
Disclaimer: Upwork does not provide legal advice, and as always, independent professionals remain responsible for their own compliance with all laws and legal requirements in operating their freelance business. The presentation represents the perspectives and opinions of the speakers, and Upwork does not endorse or take responsibility for any of the views expressed.
Dmitry has been a Technical Project Manager with Upwork’s Outsourced Solutions team since March of 2021. Dmitry is an IT professional with over 15 years of broad experience in Project and Program Management, Product Management, and Business Analysis. He has worked across multiple industries leading projects in mobile application development, digital marketing, and communication transformations, implementation of content management systems, and enterprise cloud migration.
Mike Neilson
Mike has been a Technical Project Manager with Upwork’s Outsourced Solutions team since February of 2020. Prior to his start with Upwork, Mike served in various roles including Account/Program Management, Product Management, and Business Analysis. Mike brings over 20 years of experience in the IT space, ensuring the quality delivery of all kinds of technical projects, and working with large and small teams, remotely and in person.
Will is a passionate educator and freelancer advocate who has experienced first-hand the powerful and life-changing opportunities made available by Upwork. Having spent years as a successful graphic designer on the platform, Will combines his experience building a business in the freelance world with over 10 years experience as operations manager of a publicly traded tech security company to facilitate authentic and meaningful educational events for the community members of Upwork around the world.