I have to agree with Mr. Walls on this. When a new provider comes onto a “freelancer” site, there are many things to be learned. Every site has their own Terms of Service (TOS) which have to be agreed upon before any bidding will take place. Profiles have to be created, prior works loaded for viewing and in some cases on-site testing of the providers’ knowledge, of that site and of the area of specialty. Every site handles there data a little differently.
Properly bidding, especially when your new or unfamiliar with the industry standard can raise the stress bar some. But with proper guidance and some well place research and the even a visit to the FAQ’s of the website. You can self educate and lower your stress level quickly and move forward.