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Using freelancers has always been a somewhat divisive subject. Freelancers can be a helpful addition to any team when used in the right way and at the right time. But when is that right time? How do you find a good freelancer? How can platforms like Upwork help? How do you ensure your freelancer will do a good job? There is so much to consider.
When Should You Consider Outsourcing?
Some teams rely heavily on a network of freelancers, but I would argue that is rarely a good idea. For a start, using freelancers works out more expensive in the long-term if they are being used regularly. If you are running an agency, this can quickly eat into your margins and even make projects unprofitable.