Bootstrapped

#107: Robert Brandl - Founder of WebsiteToolTester

Episode Summary

Robert and I discuss how to hire and manage freelancers. We also discuss how having children forces you to change the way you work.

Episode Notes

Robert and I discuss how to hire and manage freelancers. We also discuss how having children forces you to change the way you work.

Robert's 4 tips for a healthy freelancer relationship:

1. Meet in person from time to time, if possible
2. Pay at the higher end of their expected rate
3. Remember the Golden Rule: Treat them they way you expect to be treated
4. Let them know the positive results of their work

Links:

• Robert Brandl's company: https://www.tooltester.net/
• Robert on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobertBrandl
• Pat Flynn on "The Baby Effect": https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/the-effect-my-kids-have-had-on-my-business/
• Zapier for automating repetitive tasks: https://zapier.com
• Upwork for hiring and paying Freelancers: https://www.upwork.com/
• Domestika: a Spanish site for finding creative freelancers: https://www.domestika.org/en