 Visit Thumbtack.com for Professional Services | As a freelance video producer, I had to learn the art of marketing myself online. People find the Arizona Video Company on Google, but I also post to Craigslist and stay connected to referral groups like the Professional Business Network. |
One of the best investments I've made in marketing my services has been using Thumbtack.com. Bang for buck, return on investment, whatever buzz phrase you need to hear, the bottom line is Thumbtack.com has yielded tangible results for my business and I recommend their services. On several occasions, a $4.99 bid has yielded a project worth hundreds of dollars in return, not to mention referral work.
How Thumbtack.com Works
Here's the short version for how Thumbtack works: Anyone who needs a service performed can go to Thumbtack.com and submit a request for that service. Thumbtack acts as the hub between these "employers" and us service providers. This is a perfect scenario for businesses that don't need a full or part-time employee for something. They can sub-contract it out as needed.
For the freelancer like myself, it's an additional stream of work. Project notifications are emailed out to us and we have the option to bid or pass.
Thumbtack.com is free to sign up. There are no monthly fees (Hallelujah!) but to bid on a project you must purchase credits. Each project has it's own credit cost, usually between 2-5 credits. The more credits you purchase in bulk as a package, the lower the cost per credit. The credits don't expire.
For the freelancer like myself, it's an additional stream of work. Project notifications are emailed out to us and we have the option to bid or pass.
Thumbtack.com is free to sign up. There are no monthly fees (Hallelujah!) but to bid on a project you must purchase credits. Each project has it's own credit cost, usually between 2-5 credits. The more credits you purchase in bulk as a package, the lower the cost per credit. The credits don't expire.
Thumbtack.com Complaints
Thumbtack.com isn't perfect, but the Thumbtack team has done a great job of working through the kinks and complaints from users. What business hasn't had to make improvements and adjustments along the way? I recommend that people check out how old a complaint is. I'll bet most complaints have been resolved or greatly improved by now.
One problem I've had a few times is with project descriptions from employers. Sometimes you need more information about a project to know if you're the right fit. Occasionally my questions have been rejected and not forwarded to the employer. That's irritating because bidding costs money and I don't want to bid on something I don't have the right equipment for. They've improved the question-answer system so that's not the problem it used to be.
One problem I've had a few times is with project descriptions from employers. Sometimes you need more information about a project to know if you're the right fit. Occasionally my questions have been rejected and not forwarded to the employer. That's irritating because bidding costs money and I don't want to bid on something I don't have the right equipment for. They've improved the question-answer system so that's not the problem it used to be.
Beyond Thumbtack.com - Market Yourself Online - Make Money With A Website
My Thumbtack.com review is very positive. I recommend Thumbtack for both freelancers and small business owners, as well as for anyone needing professional services. Visit Thumbtack.com for yourself and see if it's right for you.
And if you're looking to get more customers from online marketing, check out my book, "Where's My Website?" along with other resources to make a website pay for itself!
And if you're looking to get more customers from online marketing, check out my book, "Where's My Website?" along with other resources to make a website pay for itself!
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