What You Should (and Shouldn't) Outsource To Grow Your Business

TL;DR

Learn the key factors to consider when deciding whether to outsource tasks or do them yourself for your business.

Transcript

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Key Insights

• 🛟 Outsourcing should be reserved for tasks that you have no capabilities or interest in doing yourself.
• 🥶 Simple tasks that can be done by someone else should be outsourced to free up time for more important items.
• ❓ Consider the availability of talent and platforms like oDesk.com and HireMyMom.com for finding affordable professionals.
• 👨‍💼 It is okay to do tasks yourself if they align with your interests and vision for your business.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are the key factors to consider when deciding whether to outsource tasks or do them yourself for your business?

The key factors to consider are your capabilities and interests, the simplicity of the task, the availability of talent, and whether doing the task yourself aligns with your bigger vision and brings you pleasure.

Q: How can I find talent for outsourcing tasks at reasonable prices?

Two recommended platforms for finding talented professionals at reasonable prices are oDesk.com and HireMyMom.com.

Q: Should I always follow the advice of paying someone to do tasks that I can afford?

While it can be wise to delegate tasks that you can pay someone else to do, it is also important to consider whether doing the task yourself aligns with your interests and brings you pleasure. It is not always necessary to outsource based solely on affordability.

Q: How can I determine whether a task is worth outsourcing or doing myself?

Trusting your gut and considering the long-term profitability of your business are important in deciding whether to outsource or do a task yourself. Evaluate whether outsourcing will bring in more cash flow and if doing the task yourself aligns with your overall vision.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Outsourcing should be considered for tasks that you have no capabilities or interest in doing yourself.

• Simple tasks that can be done by someone else, such as customer service or personal assistance, should be outsourced to free up time for more important items.

• If a task aligns with your interests and vision for your business, it is okay to do it yourself.