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Essential Guide to Effective Online Hiring on Elance/oDesk

Discover how to maximize your online hiring success on platforms like Elance/oDesk. This guide covers key areas such as programming, marketing, writing, administration, and design. Avoid common pitfalls like vague job descriptions and infrequent communication. Learn best practices for hiring, including setting clear objectives, effective screening processes, and maintaining strong management. With tips on delegating tasks, finding expertise, and fostering long-term relationships, you'll be equipped to build a reliable remote team that meets your business needs.

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Essential Guide to Effective Online Hiring on Elance/oDesk

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  1. What Can You Use Elance/oDesk to do? • Programming (Website/Apps/Software) • Marketing (Content Creation/Social Media/Email Marketing/SEO) • Writing (Copywriting/Website Content/Article Writing) • Admin (Web Research, Data Entry, VA) • Design (Graphic, Print, Illustration)

  2. Biggest Mistakes Regarding Online Hiring! • Vague Business Objectives • Poor Job Description • Poor/Infrequent Communication • Solely Focusing On Price • Insufficient Screening

  3. Best Uses For Online Hiring! • Delegate Low Leverage Tasks • Utilise Talent On An As Needed Basis • Fast Access To Expertise • Reduce Costs • Long Term Working Relationships

  4. The 3 Critical Elements To Online Hiring! • Job Description • Screening Process • Management

  5. Job Description • Set Appropriate Expectations • Test Your Potential Contractors’ Attention To Detail • Ask For Links To RELEVANT Work Only • Discuss Payment Schedules/Milestones • Consider And List Required Qualifications

  6. Screening Process • Shortlist Applicants Down To A Maximum of 10 • Give Each Applicant A Test Task • Screen For Reliability • Ask Follow Up Questions

  7. Management! • Establish Minimum Required Contact Rules • Start Small/Consider Your Milestones • Give Regular Feedback • Your Communication Should Be Written And Clear • Treat Freelancers Like Humans

  8. Jack Ferguson jferguson@elancemobilizer.com

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