Start by identifying what skills and expertise your project requires. From there, you can write a thorough job post and either review agency proposals or search for specialized agencies that meet your project’s requirements. Watch this video to learn how to find the right agency for you. STEP 1. DO YOUR HOMEWORK It’s helpful to […]
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Engaged a freelancer and got great results? Here are a few reasons why engaging the same freelancer for additional projects can save you money and time—for you and for other hiring managers in your organization. 1. Well-established lines of communication mean work can get done faster With every working relationship, it takes time to learn
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Creating clear project requirements is key to a successful job post and project outcome. There are a number of different approaches that help you get the information you need to get your job post into circulation. Here are five ideas for you to consider. Get ideas from other job posts One of the most efficient
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To communicate effectively with your freelancer, it’s helpful to first understand some general guidelines and common differences between freelancers and employees. From there, you’ll want to keep lines of communication open, be clear about expectations, and stay responsive throughout your project. Here are some other helpful things to keep in mind. 10 Dos and Don’ts
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Many companies are adopting flexible talent—and freelancing platforms, such as Upwork—to extend their capabilities and increase agility. When getting teams used to working with flexible talent, it may be tempting to start small by registering a couple of people onto a platform. Then after you get their buy-in and a few success stories, you expand
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Is your project a good fit for an individual freelancer to tackle, or is it better suited for an agency? That can depend on the size of the project, how many different disciplines are required to get it done, and how much strategy and planning you’ll need, among other things. There’s no shortage of talent
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There are five steps you can take when working with freelancers to get your project moving in the right direction. A solid framework can help you see the results you want for your project and your team. When you aren’t used to working with freelancers, you can feel a bit like you’re walking blindfolded to
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Growing businesses have a lot of decisions to make, all while keeping an eye on the bottom line. From staffing and software to marketing and operations, decisions need to be well informed, which means data is essential. Data can be unruly, however, and translating numbers into reports and insights isn’t in everyone’s wheelhouse. That’s why
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If you’re looking to leverage your data—whether it’s to make an important business decision, optimize your marketing, or forecast sales and growth—you might be wondering what kind of data professional you need. Do you need a full-blown data scientist who’s skilled with R, Python, machine learning, and statistical modeling? Or, do you need a data
Video is more in demand than ever. Whether it’s animated, live action, or motion graphics, video can support every department from sales and social media to content marketing and human resources. For customer support, in particular, leveraging video to streamline the information users need into short, helpful videos can transform a customer experience. It’s simple
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