Episode #1533
How to Find Lower Cost Engineers
October 17, 2020

In episode #1533, Neil and Eric provide some intel on how to find lower-cost engineers. They talk about what lower-cost means to them and why you shouldn’t compromise on quality. We also hear their experiences of some of the well and lesser-known talent marketplaces. To learn more about how to find great developers for pennies on the dollar, tune in today! 

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: How To Find Lower Cost Engineers.
  • [00:34] What Neil and Eric mean by ‘lower-cost engineers.’
  • [00:58] Eric’s experience with Support Shepard, a platform with a strong vetting process.
  • [01:44] How using Net Solutions has worked for Neil and Eric over the years.
  • [02:05] Net Solutions versus Support Shepard: When to use each platform.
  • [02:18] Some other talent marketplaces, including Upwork and Toptal.
  • [02:59] The story of how Eric found one of his best WordPress developers.
  • [03:30] That’s it for today!
  • [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!

 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

 

Support Shepard

Net Solutions

Sameer Jain

Upwork

Toptal

We Work Remotely

CodePen

 

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