Success Champions
The outsourcing corner
Resources for Outsourcing By Lorianne Vaughan Speaks
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h, my goodness (or as Donnie would say – Holy Fuck) it’s 2020! We have a new year to take action to grow and scale our businesses; and create the business we envisioned when we opened our doors. This is MY year for risktaking and scaling!
“You can’t scale yourself – so create a team that works for your business.
In this column, I am going to give you some actual resources to outsource the things you hate to do…or don’t do well – so you can do what you do best. A plumber should not be doing his invoicing. Hire someone at $10 - $15 per hour so you can do your high priority income producing activities at $75 - 150 per hour (here is Los Angeles). This is so easy to do – and here are some places to find your virtual assistant or part-time worker. Local Junior College – If you want someone local, Jr. Colleges they have job boards. There are people of all ages trying to better themselves with education who may not have the time to work 40 hours a week – but
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would love to get 5-10 hours. If you are looking for bookkeeping help – go in and ask the department chair if there are students, they think highly of…that they could refer to you. Interns: Depending on your business, especially trainers, coaches, etc. – many colleges have internship opportunities. Talk to the department you would want a student from, and see if they allow this type of exchange. Many times, this can be free IF you are teaching them something in return. Freelance/Gig workers job sites – be careful and do your due diligence…ask for references. They include: Aquent…Digital creative and marketing professionals can find work around the globe through Aquent staffing agency. You can choose from remote or on-site opportunities, and even look for contract-to-hire positions. The company also offers practical skills training through its free online courses, which can give freelancers a significant edge in the marketplace. College Recruiter…Most college students could use more cash — and what better way to earn it than freelancing while at school? College Recruiter allows students and recent graduates to search for part-time work or a possible career in various industries. You could post your needs here. Crowded… Simultaneously recruits independent workers and aggregates freelance job postings from hundreds
