How to Handle Client Rejections Like a True Lagosian

Rejection is Part of the Game

If you live in Lagos and you survive the daily madness, a simple “No” from a client on Upwork shouldn’t break you. Rejection is standard.

Keep Pushing

For every 10 proposals you send, expect maybe 2 responses.

Don’t take it personally. Sometimes they hired someone cheaper, sometimes they cancelled the project. Analyze your failed pitches, improve your strategy, and move on to the next. The hustle must continue.