Freelancers & your businessEffective balancing of core staff with external expertise can bring enormous benefit to your business in terms of flexibility and agility. Sophisticated managers are capitalising on evolving trends, balancing core staff with external expertise. How do I set up and manage the engagement?This interactive resource takes you through the various stages of the setting up, engaging and managing a project with freelancers. The tool draws on the experience of both clients and freelancers, looking at common mistakes and key tips to ensure success.
Is there a freelancer for the job I need doing?It is now possible to find someone to take on almost every conceivable business challenge. Marketing consultants • Interim managers • IT Contractors • Health care professionals • Project managers • Engineers • Copy writers • Change managers • HR consultants • Web designers • Public Relations • Information architects • Journalists • Translators • Media technicians • Graphic designers • Compliance specialists • Health and safety advisors • Editors • Mentors • Legal advisors • Photographers • Researchers • Management consultants etc... How to find talentAs outlined in the interactive resource above, there are a number of ways to source freelance talent, some use recruitment agencies, others look to engage directly - there are a variety of online marketplaces or indeed you can search the PCG Member Directory. Further advice and supportContracts are an essential part of any freelance engagement. Not only should they outline the wants, needs and expectations of the parties, but they also provide a legal framework within which these will be achieved, and a back up should legal intervention be required. Download: PCG's Expert Guide on engaging freelancers, contractors and consultants PCG's Client Checklist to help you get your project off the ground smoothly PCG's Template Contracts for freelance engagements
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