Q: When is it better to work with contractors rather than hire employees?
The following answers are provided by the Y.E.C. Mentors. Co-Founded by Donna Fenn and Scott Gerber, Y.E.C. Mentors is an initiative of the Young Entrepreneur Council, a nonprofit organization that provides young entrepreneurs with access to tools, mentorship, community and educational resources that support each stage of their business's development and growth. Y.E.C. Mentors' members are successful executives, serial entrepreneurs and thought leaders.
A: Use Contractors in Non-Core Areas
In early stages when you are testing almost everything, it might make sense to work with contractors in certain non-core areas of your business such as in recruiting, public relations or people who can provide critical early introductions. Sometimes contractors can later turn into full time employees if the experience is positive for both sides.
--Alexandra Wilson (@GiltAlexandra), Gilt Groupe
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Author: Donna Fenn
