Welcome to the fourth video in our Top 10 Question series re: how to find, hire and work with a virtual team. (Click here to access a list of all videos and to sign up for email notification of new videos)
Today’s video answers the question:
How to know if someone can actually do what they say?
There are a couple of things you can do to see what someone is capable of before you make a big commitment (and investment.)
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Great stuff! Checking references is a great start. For virtual based firms, a good fit is crucial. You can’t overstate the importance of a trial period or trial project(s). This means time and money. There will be costs! Once you’ve identified the right person, the costs will have justified. Your organization is positioned to move forward.
Oh the nightmares I could tell you! LOL.
But seriously, there are so many AWESOME support peeps out there. The trick is to do your homework and then NOT give away the farm the first time you work together!
So give them a small project but don’t give them carte blanche (sp?) access to your biz.
You’ll know quickly. Like you said … date first. Marriage LATER.
Great post, Tina.
Karri
Glad to hear you say that a trial relationship is the best way to begin, Tina.
I like that – great reminder to date first – makes it less scary! Thanks for the great tips.