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