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Today's caller wants to know if it's more valuable to hire a freelancer do it themself.
Notes from Chris
Episode 1842
When should you hire a designer and when should you “just get it done” on your own? In this listener’s case, she’s really not sure—so let’s see if we can help her make the decision. Naturally, in some cases the answer is one way and in others it’s the other, but there’s an easy question you can ask yourself that should make it very clear. Our caller today makes and sells watercolors of pets, especially golden retrievers. Who doesn’t want a framed watercolor of a golden retriever above their mantle? Anyway, listen to her question and consider what you might need help with."I've been trying to make my own website, and it's been a struggle. I bought a bunch of books including Wordpress for Dummies, but maybe I need a remedial course first! Should I just go out and hire someone who knows what they're doing? I really like the idea of learning myself along the way, but not if it's going to hold me back for months. Help! "Listen to today's episode to learn more...
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