While we are all independent and flourished in our business, yet sometimes we need help. We might have dealt with the most complicated things in our lives, but everybody requires support sometime or other. Hectic schedules, increasing workload, and short deadlines often snatch away our sleep, and we skip holidays searching for solutions and help.
That is when we end up reaching for freelancers. One of the most important things is to hire freelancers who are fit for our projects and stand perfect as our requirements.
These are the points that one must consider while hiring freelancers:
- What is the medium of communication?
Freelancers, in general, feel comfortable communicating over an e-mail. If video conferencing is needed, they go for Skype calls. They use phone calls only during the time of an emergency. Thus, e-mail remains to be an essential medium to communicate with them. When you look for a freelancer, you need to look if the freelancer matches your requirements. That is if he or she is available as per your preferred mode of communication and can work as per your timezone.
- If freelancers are sincere enough?
One of the important things to keep in mind while hiring freelancers is his or her level of sincerity. You have to carefully observe the freelancer if he or she is committed to the work. If the former is committing taking the project at the next level, ask for his portfolio. You may get an idea from his work and highlights. You can also give them sample paid work.
- Fee of freelancers
When you are on the hunt for freelancers also look for their fee or payment. See if that freelancer fits your budget. Getting freelancers at reasonable rates is easy, but more than the fee you should look out for quality. If that particular freelancer gives a good quality output, you must most likely hire them by giving a little extra. Just to save some money, it is not worth to ruin the tasks done for big projects.
- Feedbacks or testimonials
A testimonial is an important aspect of not only business but also for freelancers. It is through testimony that the employer gets to know more about the freelancer. Therefore, when you tend to hire freelancers, always ask him or her for testimonials. Good remarks for the freelancer will be fruitful, and it will also reflect the qualities of the same. Satisfactory remarks, on the other hand, will make you aware of the freelancer and his negative points.
- If they can bear criticism
Although admiration gives people to do better yet sometimes criticism is also important. It is crucial for one’s development. Look for the same when you hire freelancers. You need to check if he or she can bear constructive criticism and takes it seriously as well as positively. Very few people have the habit of taking criticism positively. Most of them get discouraged easily. Thus, finding a freelancer who handles negativity easily and works on self-motivation is very important for you as well as themselves.
- They are okay working for flexible hours
Although freelancers are mostly flexible and fluid with their work schedules, yet it is important to ask them about the same before they start working. Some may not want to work for a long stretch while others may be just day workers and would not prefer working at night. Hence, it is very important to clear your doubts before hiring them.
So these were the few points who must keep in mind while hiring freelancers for your next big project. Don’t lose out of a big deal by committing silly mistakes!
