I’ve always wanted to business on the web but was initially concerned because I’m a marketing guy, not a web developer. As such I rely on others to take my ideas and turn them into web sites, web pages, blogs, etc. This requires a good deal of faith and experience in finding the right developers to work on your web site.
The good news is that I have found, through the suggestion of others, a way to get access to some of the leading resources for web development throughout the world. By using these resources, I have a significant advantage over most because I’m able to get what I need, when I need it, at an affordable price. When you’re trying to get something done, you need to know where to go and what to do.
Here’s how you can get access to quality developers at low cost, but it all begins with a clear understanding of what work needs to be done. The best way to start is by defining the specific tasks you want accomplished. I find that the best way to do this is by opening an Excel spreadsheet and writing down each of your tasks and providing enough detail that anyone reading them will easily understand what you want done. Make sure your list is thorough and complete with all the necessary information.
Once you’ve created a complete document of what you want and what it should look like when it’s done, you’re ready to find some qualified developers to help you create what you need. The best resources that I’ve found for finding qualified developers is eLance.com and GetAFreelancer.com. Both sites cost nothing to join and give you access to developers all over the world. Not only can you find people who are qualified to do the work, but they are much more affordable than what you’re used to paying. I’ve gotten many projects done for about 30 percent of domestic quotes.
In a very short time, you will have a significant number of bidders on your project. Some people are overwhelmed by this reaction as choosing the best vendor can be a real chore. I can tell you from a good deal of experience that there is no right answer. You can sort bids by price (throw out the lowest and highest) and then look at the reviews. Try to find a examples of work that mirror your project or that you like and award the project to your top choice.
The good news is that after using numerous developers for your project, you will find a couple that really shine. I’ve narrowed my list down to two or three development companies and stick with them for all of my projects. You may choose to bid through eLance just to keep pricing competitive but always invite the previous companies you’ve worked with to bid on your new projects as well. This is a great way to retain those you have experience with and find new providers from time to time.
Finding qualified developers who can help you achieve your web site goals becomes easy through a bidding process. Working with vendors in this way can be challenging at times but the more you work with them, the more specific your instructions, and the better the results. One tip is to pay by the milestone reached. This ensures that your objectives are being met and vendors are only being paid when they perform.
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