outsourcing tips
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Outsourcing
TipsTips on finding contractors
Go to the many outsourcing sites on the web Odesk.com, Freelancer.com,
Guru.com
Outsourcing Sites
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Know the Outsourcing Market
Look at similar projects in the area of your
project to get ideas.Look at the cost of similar
projects.Look at how the project
descriptions are worded
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Take it One Task at a Time
You need to be comfortable with managing
outsourcing tasks first.Start with out-tasking rather
then outsourcing. Get smaller tasks done first and
build them up to the entire process.
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All in the Job Description
Make your project sound simple for the right
contractor. Include the words "easy" or
"simple" in the description of your project.
This will attract the right contractors with the right skills.
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Project Details
Describe your project in detail.Don’t be vague.Get to the point.Let the contractor know exactly
what you want done.
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Time Frame
Keep your time frame in mind. How long professionals can bid
for your project ?How long will it take you to
choose a contractor? In which time can your project
be completed?Add some grace time, just to
make sure.
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Contractors
Take action, don’t wait for them to find your project. Search and invite the providers you
like from that outsourcing site to bid on your project.
Invite contractors with the right skills to bid on your project.
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What to look for in a Contractor Make sure the professional
understands your requirements. Look at a providers skill, rating and
previous projects when deciding who is the best.
Don’t decide on a provider based on cost alone.
Make sure they will have daily reporting on how your project is progressing.
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Outsourcing can be great
Learn from each project you outsource to make the next one even better.
Take notes on the positives and negatives. Enjoy the benefits of outsourcing which gives
you the time to focus on your strength when it comes to running your internet business.
One disaster shouldn't put you off outsourcing.
Focus on the skills you have and outsource the skills you don't.
Use Skype to help communicate with your contractors