If you have just two or three prospective freelancers left on your list after the due diligence process, then you can go ahead and hire them all. There are two main reasons for hiring multiple people: You can find out which freelancer does the best job for you. Remember, even freelancers who...Continue reading
Quote of the Month
And while the law of competition may be sometimes hard for the individual, it is best for the race, because it ensures the survival of the fittest in every department. (Andrew Carnegie)
Evaluating Freelancers
Okay, so now you know why you should invest time upfront to do your research and find the best candidates. Now let’s look at some of the steps involved in the actual due diligence process… Check feedback ratings If you’re hiring a freelancer from a freelancing site (like Elance.com), then you have the advantage...Continue reading
Sort Through Prospective Freelancer Candidates
You’ve got your list of freelancers. But don’t hire anyone just yet. That’s because the next thing you need to do is sort through these prospective candidates in order to uncover those who’re most suitable for the job. Before we get into the details of this process, let me make a couple points: ...Continue reading
Posting Projects and Ads
Obviously, the way you approach finding a freelancer is going to depend, in part, on whether you’re seeking a local freelancer, a remote freelancer (or perhaps either one). So let’s have a look at five of the most popular ways to find these freelancers… Post projects on freelancing sites One of the most...Continue reading
Types of Freelancers
You have a big list of tasks and projects you’d like to outsource. Now it’s time to start advertising your need for these various freelancers by posting projects and/or contacting suitable candidates. There are two main types of freelancers that you’ll uncover in your search: Local freelancers – These are the ones who...Continue reading
Quote of the Month
To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart. (Thomas Watson, Sr.)
Know Your Niche
Originally posted at: http://darlamittler.com/blog/2012/02/know-your-niche I always shake my head at large corporations that do well for years and suddenly announce that they are filing for bankruptcy. Inevitably (but not in every situation) the root cause is the same: they expanded too fast and are collapsing under their own weight. Perhaps these mega-corporations bought out...Continue reading
Decide What to Outsource
You’ve got a big list of tasks in front of you. But the question is, which of these tasks should you outsource? If you already have a big business budget in place, then the answer is you can outsource almost everything. This allows you to work just a few hours a week. You’ll use...Continue reading
Brainstorm and Evaluate Your Needs
Take out a clean piece of paper or open a new word processing document on your computer and list ALL the tasks you do in your business. This includes your daily tasks (like customer service) to the tasks you do regularly, but less often (like your quarterly taxes). To help you get started, here’s...Continue reading