THE BLOG
By Robert Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
For many freelancers, platforms like Upwork provide an excellent starting point. They offer access to c...
By Patty Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
Change is never the most comfortable part of freelancing—but sometimes, it’s exactly what creates new op...
By Patty Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
If you’ve ever spent hours applying to jobs on Upwork only to hear nothing back—or worse, landed a clien...
By Patty Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
In today’s digital economy, your online reputation is one of your most valuable assets. Whether you're j...
By Robert Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
If pricing your services feels uncomfortable—or inconsistent—you’re not alone. Many freelancers and con...
By Patty Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
If you’ve ever submitted freelance proposals and heard nothing back—no reply, no questions, no follow-up...
By Patty Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
When people decide to explore freelancing, there’s often a rush to “get started.” Create a profile, join...
By Robert Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
When people think about starting an online career—whether freelancing, virtual assisting, consulting, o...
By Patty Thompson, RPT Virtual Services, LLC, Certified Independent Barefoot Consultant® Coach
If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen, wondering how to start an Upwork proposal, you’re not alone. Fo...
