I’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling – Tips to Get You Back in the Outsourcing Mood
A lot of people tell me they are turned off by outsourcing because they keep getting ripped off. Some have horror stories of paying and work never being done, the work was horrible or worse yet, the work caused them to be banned by the search engines.
Don’t let one (or even two) bad apples spoil the whole bunch. Here are some tips for getting those warm tingly feelings back for outsourcing because seriously – YOU HAVE BETTER THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR TIME!
1. Don’t pay in full up front. Some contractors will require an upfront fee, especially for large projects, but never, ever pay the full cost before the work has been completed.
2. Get samples of past work first. This will give you a better idea of the type of work the contractor has performed in the past and whether or not it’s the quality and type of work you need.
3. Give small jobs first. Don’t start out with large amounts of work for one contractor. By giving them one or two smaller tasks you’ll get a feel for how they work. If you’re happy then slowly add more tasks to their list.
4. Check the work. Outsourcing is no excuse for being lazy. Most mistakes are not intentional and contractors will be more than happy to fix them. They can only make corrections if you tell them about it.
5. Be available to them. Right up front, let the contractor know you are there to help or answer questions. A good one will be more than willing to ask questions should they require assistance or get stuck on a task.
Outsourcing is not always a breeze and you may go through a few contractors before you find one you are satisfied with, but don’t get discouraged and ban outsourcing in your business all together. Remember, it’s a learning experience every step of the way. Live, learn and use the tips above to avoid making some of the same mistakes that others of us weren’t so fortunate to have missed. In the end, the freedom in your business will be well worth it!
By the way, if you haven’t already, be sure to claim more free outsourcing tips.
Don’t let one (or even two) bad apples spoil the whole bunch. Here are some tips for getting those warm tingly feelings back for outsourcing because seriously – YOU HAVE BETTER THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR TIME!
1. Don’t pay in full up front. Some contractors will require an upfront fee, especially for large projects, but never, ever pay the full cost before the work has been completed.
2. Get samples of past work first. This will give you a better idea of the type of work the contractor has performed in the past and whether or not it’s the quality and type of work you need.
3. Give small jobs first. Don’t start out with large amounts of work for one contractor. By giving them one or two smaller tasks you’ll get a feel for how they work. If you’re happy then slowly add more tasks to their list.
4. Check the work. Outsourcing is no excuse for being lazy. Most mistakes are not intentional and contractors will be more than happy to fix them. They can only make corrections if you tell them about it.
5. Be available to them. Right up front, let the contractor know you are there to help or answer questions. A good one will be more than willing to ask questions should they require assistance or get stuck on a task.
Outsourcing is not always a breeze and you may go through a few contractors before you find one you are satisfied with, but don’t get discouraged and ban outsourcing in your business all together. Remember, it’s a learning experience every step of the way. Live, learn and use the tips above to avoid making some of the same mistakes that others of us weren’t so fortunate to have missed. In the end, the freedom in your business will be well worth it!
By the way, if you haven’t already, be sure to claim more free outsourcing tips.
2 Comments:
It really is hard to find the right people, but you inspire me to find and hold onto those great ones. Thanks, Alice.
You keep hammering this idea of outsourcing into me. I think I might start taking your advice soon. I really need to release the control freak in me.
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