One of the most common questions we get from professionals looking to work with global clients is, “How to get remote jobs?”
By now, you must have understood the kind of opportunities available in the global market. But how do you actually find them?
One way is to go on LinkedIn, ignore the saturation, apply endlessly, and maybe get a response after pitching for the 50th time.
Or you can take a smarter route: use accelerators and directories that are lesser known, pitch strategically, and save yourself the frustration.
Does that mean you should not use LinkedIn at all?
No. You will still need LinkedIn to reach out to potential leads, but not necessarily to discover opportunities.
So where do you find opportunities for remote work?
You find them in startup accelerators.
Have you heard of:
- Y Combinator
- TechStars
- Shark Tank
These platforms help you identify early-stage startups with high growth potential in the USA, UK, Europe, the Middle East, and other major economies.
Once you identify these companies, you can:
- Find founders on LinkedIn or Twitter
- Locate their email from their website
- Reach out with a strategic pitch
How to Get Remote Jobs Through Direct Startup Outreach
If you are pitching for a startup generalist or virtual assistant role, here is an example:
Hi XYZ,
I am a startup generalist deeply engaged in the startup ecosystem and would love to support your startup in any way I can.
I can help you save at least 3 hours per day on administrative and operational tasks:
- Automate processes using ChatGPT and AI tools
- Help you get featured in podcasts and build your own podcast
- Maintain and grow your blog for inbound enquiries
- Build and manage an MIS for visibility into productivity
- Set up project management systems for remote teams
- Assist with CRM management, research, content, community building, and whitepapers
All I ask in return is your positive review on my LinkedIn/Upwork profile if you like my work.
I can share a detailed plan in 15 minutes. Just reply “Yes,” and I’ll send a few time slots.
Cheers,
[Your Name]
If you have prior experience, include measurable results. For example:
- Improved customer satisfaction by 20% while reducing support costs by 50%
- Freed up 4 hours of daily work for a CEO within three weeks
- Set up an investor outreach system
Such proof significantly increases your chances of getting a response.
The Interview Advantage in Remote Jobs
The Zoom call is like a first date.
The founder is already interested. Now they want to see if you understand their business and can deliver results.
If you communicate clearly and demonstrate practical thinking, you can land your first remote opportunity.
Where to Find International Opportunities (Beyond LinkedIn)
There are 2,100+ startup accelerators globally, with hundreds in each major economy. Y Combinator is just one example.
You can also explore:
- Startup directories (300+ US accelerators)
- Curated lists of 25+ accelerator and startup platforms
Beyond startups, you can work with:
Global workforce companies
- Kelly Services
- Allegis Group
- ManpowerGroup
- PageGroup
These organisations regularly hire remote professionals from India across:
- Virtual assistance
- Customer support
- Data analysis
- Content creation
- Operations and project management
You can also target:
- Digital marketing agencies
- Professional services firms
- Fintech companies
- Manufacturing and logistics businesses
- Real estate companies
The Strategy to Get Remote Jobs
You need four things:
- The right skills
- The right outreach and networking
- The right opportunities
- The right strategy
When applying on platforms like Upwork, always include proof of the results you have delivered.
Also, focus on early-stage startups (pre-Series A, under 20 employees). These companies:
- Need support urgently
- Are open to remote talent
- Can grow with you over time
As they scale and raise funding, they often continue working with professionals they trust.
However, this strategy works only if you can deliver real value.
To do that, you must first learn the skills required.
Can You Really Earn from Remote Jobs?
If you build the right skills and track record, you can start earning USD 1,000+ per month within 6 months.
Many professionals are already doing this.
Amita Chauhan (Kolkata)
After a career break, she started freelancing, improved her LinkedIn presence, pitched using course assignments, and worked with clients from Kenya and the UK.
She has worked with 23 clients and earned more than INR 1 Lakh. (Profile)
Gayatri Vathsan went on a career break in 2014.
She received an invite for the job from Scale AI, an Upwork Enterprise Client, and secured her first project in September 2023. She earned USD 41 for that.
As the client liked her work, the project got extended, and now she is working with them on a fixed-term contract for USD 10,000. She has earned USD 140 till now on Upwork.
She was also able to secure an opportunity through LinkedIn, and it was to create a webpage copy. (Profile).
The Real Question
If you feel you don’t yet have the skills, the question isn’t whether opportunities exist.
The question is:
Are you willing to spend the next 3–6 months learning skills and building a track record so you can start pitching to international startups?
Because once you combine:
- Skills
- Strategic outreach
- Direct access to growing companies
You don’t have to wait for opportunities.
You create them.
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