Thanks for sharing Emily. I think it’s totally doable and each potential problem is solvable: boundaries, payment terms, scope and quality etc. Upwork has solved these already–of course it’s never perfect, but neither is having a talent shortage.
I wonder how much the orgs factor in the opportunity cost of each path. Surely hiring a freelancer with good reviews, a solid portfolio, a clear scope, and strong motivation is preferable to having critical work left undone.
My concern is that even if you create the freelancer directory, the orgs who are hesitant still won’t participate if there’s a feeling it’s risky (even if it isn’t). Getting to the bottom of their concerns will be key. I’d ask “what would make you change your mind?”
Thanks for this Ronan. I do have the sense that I need to actually test if orgs would use the directory, and not purely trust what they say about their enthusiasm. Not sure how I could do that though.
Thanks for sharing Emily. I think it’s totally doable and each potential problem is solvable: boundaries, payment terms, scope and quality etc. Upwork has solved these already–of course it’s never perfect, but neither is having a talent shortage.
I wonder how much the orgs factor in the opportunity cost of each path. Surely hiring a freelancer with good reviews, a solid portfolio, a clear scope, and strong motivation is preferable to having critical work left undone.
My concern is that even if you create the freelancer directory, the orgs who are hesitant still won’t participate if there’s a feeling it’s risky (even if it isn’t). Getting to the bottom of their concerns will be key. I’d ask “what would make you change your mind?”
Thanks for this Ronan. I do have the sense that I need to actually test if orgs would use the directory, and not purely trust what they say about their enthusiasm. Not sure how I could do that though.