Upwork lives and breathes work-life balance. The team enjoys weekly “Work Online Wednesdays.” On these WOW days, full-time employees are encouraged to skip the daily commute and work from home, experiencing the life of a remote worker.
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5.0
Mar 28, 2026
Anonymous Marketing Specialist
Former
San Francisco, California
They do track your time, but what counts are your deliverables.
5.0
Sep 23, 2025
Anonymous Virtual Assistant
Current
Dallas, Texas
As a freelancer on the platform, work from home is the norm, which is great.
4.0
Jul 14, 2025
Anonymous Data Analyst
Current
Los Angeles, California
Work from home but busy
4.0
Mar 24, 2025
Anonymous employee
Current
Irvine, California
Flexible and you can work from anywhere!
5.0
Jan 22, 2025
Anonymous Paid Social Specialist
Current
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Great work from home team culture. I feel like I’m still involved in everything that’s happening
4.0
Dec 2, 2024
Anonymous Freelancer
Former
New York, New York State
The flexibility to work remotely has significantly enhanced my productivity and work-life balance. The company provides all necessary tools and resources, ensuring that we stay connected and collaborative, despite the physical distance
5.0
Oct 22, 2024
Anonymous Recruiter
Current
Portland, Oregon
Remote first company with an initial stipend for setting up your home office