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The #necta candidate app is becoming so much more than a job board. We want contractors and consultants to use this app to plan their next gig, organize, learn, on board clients, sell and finally pay their taxes. This app (which will be free for people to use) will scratch a much needed itch I have always had. - how do I collaborate with like minded consultants? - how do I manage my clients and ensure a continuous pipeline? - how do I learn from others? - how do I get paid and not worry about the accounting and finance? - can I have one app for sales, marketing, business mentorship, collaboration, finance and strategy for one person businesses? (might be a bit far Mike) Yes this app will show you contracts. Just like you can now. However, its going to be working on a completely different tech stack to allow you to source clients for outcome based work. It'll allow you to manage effectively your pipelines/ calendars and unlike a pure social media app, you will only be surrounded by those that you want to be surrounded by. Yes we won't be ignoring our Perm/Fixed Term friends. You will be able to find all jobs from all career boards and we will dynamically sort the jobs and create CVs for you to apply. Those of us that live and breathe.... consulting and contracting. I want you to live on this app. #highGoals I am 26 minutes into learning #flutter

Temp worker timesheets giving you headaches? 😓 A clocking in app could be your cure. Here's how it cuts admin time, boosts accuracy, and keeps your clients happy. Our latest blog breaks it down! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eJFwkQuU #RecruitmentTips #TempStaffing #ProjectManagement

I hired 3 new team members in 2021 because I got sevral new projects in a month. My in-house team was already packed with the current workload, so I hired them. But after 4 months, I lost a few clients, which made me fire those 3 employees. But in 2024, if my in-house team doesn't have bandwidth, I simply shift the workload to my trusted freelancers. Believe me, it's easy to work with freelancers: - No headaches of paying monthly salaries. - You just pay for the tasks you need. Dear businesses, Hire freelancers for stability. It saves you the cost of hiring, monthly salaries, and the guilt of firing. (If you don't like the work, you can replace them anytime.) Agree?

As a #freelancer, I agree that it is often less hassling to work with #consultants. We are on our toes each time because we don't have the cushion of an assured #salary that full-time #employees do. We put our best foot forward each assignment. We have to be #disciplined to survive. We know that word-of-mouth is important for a freelancer. And we are off once the payment is credited. But I don't put up with any more with the client's cavalier attitude. Some of us face rude behaviour, unfair trade practices and even behavioural issues like ghosting. If I am being professional with you, you owe me professional behaviour. Otherwise, we both suffer in the long run.

Someone in my connection had recently posted a rant about how tough it is to find reliable freelancers. She mentioned that it's hard to find people willing to put in the effort and had some negative things to say about the freelancing culture. And reading all of it made me really think… “Is she even self-evaluating her work and if she’s worth the good talent?” Hold on...I didn’t mean to put her down It’s just that people often judge others without looking at themselves first. As a founder, I feel it’s your responsibility ↳ to find the right people ↳ ensure they’re getting the work done ↳ and keep them around for the longest time possible. You might have all the money to start hiring But you cannot just buy back your time by simply hiring people. It takes effort! Let’s say both Apple and I post job openings for the same role, and I offer a higher salary. I bet Apple would attract more high-quality applicants. Why? Because Apple has invested time and effort into building a strong brand and reputation. They don’t need to explain ‘why people should work for them’ On the other hand, as the founder of a young brand, I, still need to put in the time and effort to attract  the right talent + keep them engaged in the long run. What I'm trying to explain here is, there's no point complaining about the challenges All I can do here is, focus on being the kind of leader that talented individuals want to work. Because only then, I will attract and retain the talent  that will help me succeed:) 🧩What are your thoughts? #themarketingnerd #founder #hiring #agencyowner #k3

"Three years of experience" doing what? 😂🤡 "I have created faceless videos for my clients" I can't figure out the word that Autocorrect may have changed. Does he mean videos with no people in them? 🤔 😂 WHO CARES??? 🤣🤷♂️ At this point, **AI** can make videos with no people in them. For Free! 😂🤖 "However, after working for one client for 7 to 8 months at $20 for a 20-minute video, I asked for a pay increase. He told me that if I wanted to continue working, I shouldn't ask for an increment; otherwise, I would be fired." wait. 😂 You're telling on yourself that you don't live in the USA. 🇺🇸 If you don't live here, your cost of living is basically ZERO 😂 so don't worry about pay increases if somehow you're still alive after working 8 months at $20 per video. American Minimum Wage is $7.25/hour -> https://lnkd.in/eXxSTUaT That means that you would be allocating 2.76 hours to each video to earn your $20. Let's even round that off to 2.5 hours per $20 video and you work 10 hours per day, so wherever you live, you've been surviving off of $80/day GROSS??? 😂 Be happy that you landed the job you did. Keep doing that job. Stay on the lookout for higher-paying jobs. Upgrade when you can. There's this misperception that people are PROMOTED as Video Editors. 😂 No. Somebody LIKES working with you and you WIN FOR THEM and they REQUEST YOU In one situation, I was IN BED 🛌 in the morning minding my own business because I wasn't booked for the day, and a client called me to ask if I could work THAT DAY!!! 🤣🤦♂️ I liked/like that client very much, so I agreed to it and a company car was sent to my house to drive me to the studio at their expense and the same company had to drive me back home to my doorstep at the end of the day at their expense and I did the work for them and they appreciated it. 🙏 That's how it works. People see a chance to work with a WINNER 🦸♀️🦸♂️ and that's what they want for their business, so they contact you. So assuming it wasn't a typo and you've been creating $20 "faceless videos" for your client, Nobody Cares. Your "three years of experience" is in editing garbage. 🗑️ Also, you're probably not a Video Editor at all, but rather a Graphic Artist who puts words on TikTok videos. "I left the job due to" do you know how BAD the video editing industry is right now? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 How ENTITLED are you that you can leave a job without already having a better one? 🤔 "I want to earn enough money to support my family again" are you kidding? 😂 People tell on themselves. You don't care about your family if you're quitting paying work! Did you think about how your family was going to eat? nope. YOU were worried about pressing your client for more money and you ended up with less money. 🤷♂️ "heavy workload and low payment" I haven't read anything that says you deserve more than that. Use your skills. Support your family. Live with it.

Navigating the Freelance Landscape: Considerations for Your Next Project 🚀 As businesses continue to adapt to the evolving landscape of remote work and the gig economy, many turn to freelancers for their projects. While there are undeniable benefits, it's crucial to be aware of potential challenges. Here are some key considerations: Inconsistency in Quality: Freelancers bring diverse skill levels, which can lead to variable work quality. Ensuring consistent standards can be a challenge. Communication Hurdles: Different time zones and communication styles can result in miscommunications and delays. Clear and regular communication is essential. Commitment Concerns: Freelancers often juggle multiple clients, which might affect their availability and dedication to your project. Supervision and Control: Unlike in-house teams, managing freelancers remotely can make supervision and quality control more difficult. Security Risks: Sharing sensitive information requires trust. Ensure robust confidentiality agreements to protect your intellectual property and data. Integration Issues: Freelancers may not be fully aligned with your company’s culture and processes, leading to integration challenges. Availability Dependency: A freelancer’s personal schedule or new commitments can disrupt your project timeline. Cost Variability: While freelancers can be cost-effective for short-term tasks, longer projects can become costly, sometimes more than hiring full-time staff. Management Overhead: Coordinating multiple freelancers requires significant time and effort, adding to project management overhead. Schedule Inconsistencies: Freelancers set their own hours, which may not align with your team's working hours, potentially causing delays. #Freelance #ProjectManagement #RemoteWork #BusinessStrategy #GigEconomy

“Software developers are no longer a meaningful part of the upper echelons of the tech industry and no longer share in the upside. The profession is about to reap the consequences of pretending to be superior to the cleaners and canteen staff, because it turns out employers really want to treat all workers equally badly.” https://lnkd.in/eS5ZSKaT

DREAMERS WANTED (Please help share) Calling Dreamers: Let’s Build Something Meaningful Together Do you dream of creating something that truly makes a difference? If you’ve ever thought about using your skills to solve real-world problems—particularly for those who are unemployed or underemployed—this is your opportunity to be part of something impactful. I’m launching a startup aimed at transforming the way freelancers and contract workers in IT and Oil & Gas connect with opportunities. Our vision is simple yet powerful: • To build a platform that empowers skilled professionals to find meaningful work. • To help businesses access the right talent with ease and trust. • To create a space where flexibility, security, and inclusivity thrive. This isn’t just another job board or app—it’s a chance to reshape how industries operate and how people find work. But to make this dream a reality, I need you. Who Am I Looking For? I’m looking for passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. If you have experience in any of the following areas, I’d love to talk to you: • HR Practitioners: Help us design processes that truly serve workers and businesses. • Oil & Gas Operations Professionals: Bring your expertise to ensure the platform meets industry-specific needs. • IT Specialists, App Developers, and UI/UX Designers: Build a secure, intuitive, and scalable platform. • Marketing and Social Media Experts: Spread the word and create a community of engaged users. • Legal Advisors: Guide us in creating a compliant, ethical, and safe platform. • Moderators: Help maintain a trustworthy and inclusive user environment. Why Join This Journey? This is more than a project—it’s a chance to: • Use your skills to create something meaningful for others. • Collaborate with a passionate team of innovators. • Be part of a startup with the potential to reshape the freelance and contract workforce. If you’ve ever wanted to build something that truly makes a difference, let’s connect. Together, we can create a platform that bridges gaps, empowers people, and unlocks opportunities. Send me a message, drop a comment, or connect with me to learn more about how we can turn this vision into reality. Let’s do something incredible—together. Warm regards, SYED

It's time to reconsider your hiring strategy. Here's the unpopular take: Full-time employees might not be your best bet. Freelancers and contractors are the secret weapon for hyper-scale projects. Why? 👉 Speed: They hit the ground running. No lengthy onboarding. No time wasted. 👉 Expertise: They're specialists. You're not just hiring a worker, you're hiring years of concentrated experience. 👉 Flexibility: They adapt to project requirements. When things change, they change. 👉 Cost: Only pay for what you need. No long-term financial commitment. Here's the kicker: Europe's freelancer market is booming. You have access to a vast pool of talent. Unconventional? Yes. Effective? Absolutely. The next time you're scaling, think beyond full-time. The secret to your project's success could be a click away.