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Effective Bidding
Use bids to submit your estimated price for a project and describe your proposal...
Submitting Winning Proposals
The quality of your proposal is one key to your success. We asked buyers and successful providers for their advice...
Tips for Winning Business on Elance
Michael Russer, an authority on Virtual Outsourcing and a long time member of Elance offers his advice...
Invited to Bid
Buyers may browse profiles and invite service provider to bid on their projects...
The Importance of Credential Verification
Credential verification helps providers differentiate themselves and lets buyers choose providers with greater confidence...
Getting the Job Done
Before the project begins, agree upon payment terms, the work schedule and final deliverables...
Positioning Yourself for Success on Elance
Effectively utilizing proposals, portfolios, profiles and the Private Message Board can set you up for success...
Recommended Steps for Each Phase of Your Project
Pre-qualify the project, confirm project scope, document milestones...
Sample Contract Agreements
Sample Non-Disclosure Agreements, Services Agreement, Statement of Work and more...