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James Schramko (internet marketing expert) talks about outsourcing. If you really want to increase your Internet Marketing business you’ll have to outsource sooner or later. Most entrepreneurs know this however not all of us are able to do it as well as others. This is when you look to others and see how they do it and have some ideas..

I’ve built a fantastic team over the past year or two

I now have helpers in Australia, the Philippines and also India, London and USA.

Classify

Break down the internet outsourcing into your main categories. (Design, Content, Programming,Traffic). All these elements should be managed as an individual business unit. By putting together team managers the team can be managed properly with cutting edge software.

Where to start?

At the time you choose to outsource you can either make use of an outsourcing management company or learn the more advanced outsourcing techniques and do it yourself through a talent aggregation website.

Just how much should you pay?

You need to avoid working with the lowest bidder. Also you should be avoiding automated bidding companies (people who respond to every job without reading the brief). Look for people with experience in the exact field you are requiring. Check reviews and evaluations to make sure they were rated for the very same type of work you’re requiring. Make sure they are responsive prior to getting the position.

Advanced tip

Put up small work first to choose a few people to get it done and then scale up with the outstanding supplier. If you get a few individuals to accomplish the same small job you’ll be minimizing the risk over the long term.

How can you pay outsources?

Keep money in the system you are using. In case the network you work with (like RentaCoder) uses escrow then continue using that. If you branch out to close friends and recommendations from your original designer you may need to use Paypal or a direct debit / International Bank transfer.