I've mentioned before how imperative it is for providers to be as detailed as possible when creating their profiles and writing effective cover letters. Buyers have the same obligation to their providers if they want to easily find the best possible candidate. As a service provider, nothing is more frustrating than receiving a new invitation from a buyer ... more »
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 »
When browsing through sites such as oDesk for Data Entry jobs, the first thing anyone will notice is the average pay rate of those jobs. Here's a list of the average "data entry" hourly rate from the oConomy: Job Category Average Rate Admin Support - Other $6.47 / hr Admin Support ... more »
Regularly, a thread will pop up in the oDesk Community Forums regarding rates. These are typically instituted by newcomers to oDesk and freelancing in general, and mostly originated by Americans. People sign up on oDesk when they hear "work from home", and they look for instant gratification. When they realize that you actually have to work hard ... more »