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What is the hardest thing about being a freelance recruiter? Most customers are convinced that they don't use freelancers. Even when they regularly do. When challenged, I usually get the following responses. 🚨 "Oh yes, but that was an emergency." After one or two questions, it's usually clear that the same emergency happens 2-3 times a year. 🤥 "We used to use them, but we're focusing on internal hires now." But have they done anything to improve their internal hiring process? **Cue - freelance hire in 6-months.** 👋 "Somebody left, and we had to replace them on short notice." So how often to you lose people, and what would you do if that happened again? .... Yeah, come to think of it. I probably will save your number. 📽️ "That was for a specific, time bound project." Was it a successful way to help you on that project? And, are any more of those in the pipeline? I'm sure in some cases, "we don't use freelancers" is another way of saying "go away" to a freelance recruiter. But, do any of my freelance network notice this dissonance in companies they've worked at? #freelance #interim #zzp

We see A LOT of freelance job postings. Some are clear, transparent, and actionable. But a lot are messy, confusing, and misguiding. If you're hiring freelancers, here are 5 pointers to help you build a solid freelance job description 👇 1. List out rates or at least ranges. Do your research upfront and compensate fairly. 2. Set commitment expectations. Do you need someone for 2 hours per week or 3 posts per month? Think about your exact needs in advance. 3. Be open to non-US freelancers. Amazing freelancers exist all over the world, so don't discriminate against top talent from other countries. 4. Describe in detail how the freelancer will engage and interact with your team. Who will they work with? Should they expect to attend meetings? 5. Detail exactly what information you want from an applicant. Do you want a portfolio, social profiles, and references? If yes, state it from the beginning so everyone provides the same details. What else would you add? PS: If you're looking to hire top freelance talent, let's chat about getting your job rec listed on the Harlow job board.

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Some excellent tips in this post for what companies looking for freelance support should put in their adverts. I’d add: make it clear whether a role is freelance or employed by using the word “freelance” or “contractor” for freelance roles and “employed”, “permanent”, or “staff role” for those that are in-house. There currently seems to be a lot of confusion — among recruiters, at least — about what “full-time” means. They often use it as a synonym for an employed role, even in posts about roles that sound like they will be freelance (<3-month contracts, for example), which is confusing to everyone, as most freelancers work full-time (even sometimes for the same client for a specific period of time) and many employees work part-time. It wastes everybody’s time if it’s not clear.

Top Factors to Consider When Hiring Freelance Developers Hiring freelance developers is NOT easy: - Experience - Communication - Technical skills - Portfolio - Availability - Budget - Time zone - Cultural fit - Reviews and ratings - Adaptability - Problem-solving skills - References These factors are just the BASICS. You need more than just a good resume. It would be best if you dug deeper. And focusing only on these basics may lead to poor choices. Consider them, of course, but make sure you dive further. Successful hires need: - Clear project goals - Effective communication channels - Defined timelines and milestones - Transparent payment terms - Regular progress updates Freelancers have options. So make sure your hiring process shows you value quality.

Upwork and Fiverr are too overcrowded to find the right jobs. Here are the 7 new websites that can help you find remote jobs in USD: 1. Dice: Dice is a job board primarily for technology professionals, including software developers and IT specialists. It often features freelance and contract tech gigs. 2. SolidGigs: SolidGigs is a subscription service that curates freelance job opportunities and resources for freelancers. 3. Smashing Jobs: Smashing Jobs is a job board for web professionals, including web developers, designers, and UX/UI experts. 4. Workhoppers: Workhoppers is a platform that connects freelancers and part-time workers with businesses seeking short-term help. 5. Crowded: Crowded is a platform that connects freelancers in the tech and creative industries with job opportunities. 6. Remotive: Remotive is a community for remote workers and lists remote job opportunities, including freelance positions. 7. Contently: Contently is a content marketing platform that occasionally lists freelance writing and content creation opportunities. I hope this was helpful. #freelance #remotejobs #career

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While we all know that the job market for full-time jobs is at an all-time worst right now, has anyone also noticed the shift in freelance jobs? A couple of years ago, I would have gotten a quick response for a freelance job with a relatively short process. Now? It's gotten nearly as long as the full-time job process. It seems like the #freelance market is also being affected in more ways than we can predict. I say that as someone who is still keeping my options open while attempting to add more work (in addition to my current plate) to stay afloat. Have you noticed the change in the freelance market? Do you think it shifts with the full-time market? #jobmarket