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5 Times Outsourcing Will Save Your Business And Your Wallet

Have a task that needs doing, but your team don’t have the skills required, yet it’s not worth employing another member of staff? Yep, we’ve all been there and there’s one straight forward solution that’s going to save your hiney - outsourcing! This is where you temporarily hire a skilled person to complete that task and once the work is done, you pay up and go your separate ways. It’s now easier than ever to find a freelancer too, thanks to websites such as Upwork and Fiverr. Not sure you’ll need it? Here are 5 prime examples of when outsourcing will save your business (and even your wallet too).

Content creation

Creating content can be tedious, especially if you’re not skilled in the way of writing. You may need content for your website, a pamphlet, or even a business proposal but what happens if you don’t have the words there? You hire a freelance writer to help you come up with the perfect words and represent your business the way you want to. Depending on your budget, you may be able to hire a freelance writer for as little as £5 per 500 words of content. Keep in mind that it’s worth spending a little more for the quality and care the freelancer will put into your content.

IT services

Do you have concerns that your current business technology might not be as reliable, efficient, and cost-effective as it should be? IT Consulting and Support Services are now easier than ever to come by and more often than not, are more reliable IT trained people than you would be looking for if you were to hire someone full-time. So, the next time you have worries in regards to your technology, consider outsourcing!

Graphic design

So you need an image designing or a string of adverts creating for your business, but it doesn’t warrant hiring someone? Much like freelance writers, you can easily find graphic designers for less than you think! If you find a designer that you like, why not ask if you can keep their details in case of any future projects you might have?

Website building

Building a website doesn’t always mean that you have to hire someone full-time, so why not outsource here too? Many website designers offer you the chance to contact them should you have a problem with your website in the future and again, it’s a one-off payment when the work is done!

Social media marketing

Finally, in this day and age, everyone is using social media and it’s one of the best methods of marketing for businesses. However, social media marketing can take up a lot of time and if you don’t have the time to spare, having someone to come and help every now and then could really save you a lot of hassle! Again, if you find someone you like, why not swap details and get in touch when other projects arise?

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