In this case study Tim lays out his hiring process really well.

It’s not the same way I do it, but it works for him.

Everyone is different. Figure out what works for you and stick with it.

Summary of Success Story with Tim

• 0:52 – his business is web design, social media marketing, local search optimization, and reputation management
• 1:20 – 3 Filipinos working in their business
• 1:58 – Tim’s interview process
  1. 2:28 – contact via skype
  2. 3:14 – tests their English
  3. 3:38 – good internet connection
  4. 4:05 – expects proper and consistent reporting
  5. 4:25 – willingness to be on skype during working hours Everyone is different. Find what works for you!
  6. 6:15 – willingness to learn and share ideas
• 7:15 – Part-time vs Full-time
• 8:54 – how Tim trains his Filipino VA’s
• 9:30 – using GoToMeeting, Jing, and recorded videos with Camtasia
• 10:40 – skills Tim looks for (English, WordPress, link building, video editing, directory submission, graphic design)
• 12:55 – Tim likes to have some things done in the USA, not in the Philippines
• 14:00 – Different personalities do things differently. Figure out what works for you.
• 15:15 – Figure out what you really want to get done before you hire.
• 15:45 – Daily communication! So important
• 18:10 – Have realistic expectations

If you have an Outsourcing Success Story, Please share it!. I want to hear about your success (and I’ll probably give you some free advice if you do).