Archives for: December 2008

Buyers: Manage like a pro on oDesk

Buyers: Manage like a pro on oDesk

By Danalyn // 12.05.2008

Up until now, my posts have been strictly provider-centric - there are many ways that a provider can get scammed or lose out on an opportunity because they just don't know any better. Buyers, however, are just as susceptible to "wrongdoing" in the freelancing world. It's nice to think we can find someone to do ... more »

Rates vs. wages

Rates vs. wages

By Danalyn // 12.02.2008

One thing that comes up often in the oDesk Community Forums is the topic of rates.  More specifically, people assuming that what they are being paid is a wage, therefore demanding a minimum to be set. What a lot of people new to freelancing aren't aware of is that they are not paid a wage, rather a contract ... more »