A good profile includes which of the following?
Your full name, title, and photo. 4.0%
An overview that lets potential clients know what you can do for them. 0.0%
A few completed skill tests to demonstrate your expertise. 0.0%
Well-written text that has a positive tone, is grammatically correct, and is spelled properly. 0.0%
All of the above 95.0%
Before you apply for a job, what questions should you ask yourself?
Do I have the right skills and experience for this job? 2.0%
Do I have the time available to complete this job? 1.0%
Do I think the offered rate is acceptable? 0.0%
All of the above 96.0%
oDesk charges a 10% fee on each contract.
oDesk charges clients 10% of what they pay on your contract.
What do you need to be successful on oDesk? HINT: Everything you need to know is in the Contractor Manual!
A fast, reliable Internet connection and an up-to-date Internet browser. 1.0%
A work-only email account and a free Skype account. 0.0%
A basic understanding of the English language. 0.0%
A ready-to-work attitude, a strong set of skills, and an entrepreneurial spirit. 0.0%
All of the above 98.0%
What do you need to be successful on oDesk? HINT: Everything you need to know is in the Freelancer Manual
A fast, reliable Internet connection and an up-to-date Internet browser. 0.0%
A work-only email account and a free Skype account. 0.0%
A basic understanding of the English language. 0.0%
A ready-to-work attitude, a strong set of skills, and an entrepreneurial spirit. 0.0%
All of the above 100.0%
What is one smart way to prove you're right for the job?
Offer to work for free. 0.0%
Ignore the client's invitation to interview. 1.0%
Offer to do a short, paid "test project" to show you have the necessary skills. 98.0%
Send a cut and paste cover letter full of spelling errors. 0.0%
Beg them to hire you because you really need the money. 0.0%
What is the secret to being a highly successful freelancer on oDesk?
Communicate early, communicate often. 0.0%
Provide honest and realistic project updates. 2.0%
Respond quickly and hit deadlines. 1.0%
Listen to your client's concerns and have a positive attitude. 1.0%
All of the above 94.0%
What kind of profile image works best for attracting clients?
A picture of me smiling, because it's considered more trustworthy and pleasant. 100.0%
An illustrated image of my favorite animal. 0.0%
A picture of me wearing a baseball hat and dark sunglasses. 0.0%
My company's logo. 0.0%
Which of the following is TRUE about fixed-price jobs?
Fixed-price jobs are not covered by the oDesk Guarantee. 6.0%
Payment is at the client's discretion. 0.0%
Fixed-price jobs are generally smaller and are paid upon completion. 1.0%
Terms of the job are agreed upon before work begins. 1.0%
All of the above 90.0%
Which of the following is TRUE about hourly jobs?
The client is billed only for hours worked. 0.0%
Work time is logged through the oDesk Team App. 0.0%
Your time is covered by the oDesk Guarantee that an hour worked is an hour paid. 4.0%
All of the above 95.0%
Which statement about the Team App is FALSE?
The Team App lets you track your time for hourly jobs. 0.0%
The Team App takes work-in-progress snapshots at random times in 10-minute intervals. 0.0%
The Team App must be used for fixed-price contracts. 98.0%
The Team App records the total number of keystrokes and mouse clicks. 1.0%