Outsourcing is a magical way to support your small business. Essentially, the people you use to outsource become business partners who are equally invested in the success of your business. Finding and attracting hard working business partners is important so you can rest easy when you hand off tasks, but how do you find qualified business partners you can trust?
Here are some easy ways to attract hard working business partners
Ask your colleagues- The people in your professional circles likely know of business partners that you can trust. Many times, someone you know will have a referral for you and can make a personal introduction. Having the endorsement from people you know and trust can help take the risk out of attracting the right business partner for your needs.
Advertise- In the digital age it’s easier than ever to spread the word you are looking to attract a business partner to outsource your work. From giving a shout out on social media to formally listing your needs on a forum or site, you can advertise and set parameters for business partners to submit their qualifications to you.
Build relationships- As an entrepreneur and business owner, networking is vital on many levels. Networking with potential clients and colleagues makes sense. Mixing and mingling with people who work in your industry… or support it, comes in handy when you are ready to outsource. Getting to know a wide variety of service providers ahead of time can help you attract the right business partner when you are ready to outsource.
Use a service provider- In many instances there are virtual assistants, project managers, temp agencies, or other umbrella service providers who can delegate your outsourcing needs to a member of their team. This makes sense when you don’t have access to someone you know, like and trust since there are protocols and standards that the agency will follow that protect you and your business.
Train someone you trust- Sometimes the perfect business partner is someone you already trust. They may not provide the service you need but are open to learn and support you. Consider hiring someone to your team that you can train and outsource to. It may be the perfect opportunity for you to expand your business and create an in-house team.
When you are ready to outsource and expand your team, finding and attracting hard working business partners is important. You need people you can rely on and trust. Use your resources to find the most qualified people to support you and help your business grow.
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