Online skill tests

November 7, 2008 by Stella

In our school and college days we used to give tests to keep a track of our knowledge and efficiency, but when we grow up we start living in this illusion that we are mature and we don’t need them now. But the fact is that we need them throughout our lives, as everyday is a new learning experience be it a job or any profession, we actually need to brush them up every now and then. Hence, it becomes essential to keep self assessing yourself by giving different skill tests matching your area of expertise.

The instant and efficient means of accessing your skillset is available online. Nowadays, many new websites prepare online skill testing tools which create valid skill-based tests which consist of multiple subjects and competency levels as well. In freelancing and outsourcing world online skill tests can be really beneficial in terms of finalizing the final service provider. A buyer can encourage the potential vendor to perform some given skill tests complementing his area of expertise or domain, this eventually will help buyer to select the best out of all to undertake his important work assignment.

Some consider online skill tests as an advanced hiring tool. Many companies widely use it as part of the screening process or pre- employment tool which saves time while giving more accuracy and defensibility to their hiring decisions.

I request all of you to come and provide your feedback and suggestions on the importance of the online skill tests and its benefits to the service providers.

Make Money Online- Software Professionals

October 17, 2008 by Stella

Till now we have introduced you to two instant options to make money online, writing & translation and freelance web designing. As freelancing is becoming the next big thing in the market; many new online services marketplaces are providing great freelance job opportunities in different areas of expertise. Nowadays, Software related freelance jobs can also be one of the instant means to earn money. Listed below are the major categories of freelance jobs for software specialists:

Computer scientists - They can work as theorists, researchers, or inventors. These jobs require higher level of theoretical expertise and creative bend of mind for innovative ideas to develop new technology. Computer scientists can work on freelance projects related to complexity theory, hardware, and programming-language design. It includes developing specialized languages or information technologies, or designing programming tools, knowledge-based systems, or even computer games.

Systems developers – They are hired to solve computer related problems by applying latest computer technologies and to fulfill organizational needs. They can guide to invest in equipment, personnel, and business processes to gain maximum benefit the organization. They may design new systems, including both hardware and software, or add a new software application to harness more of the computer’s power.

Software engineers - They work for applications or systems development, their main job is to design, build, test, and maintain computer applications software or systems according to users’ needs. Software engineers design and develop variety of software, while programming, or coding, they instruct a computer, step by step about the functions. Software engineers must possess strong programming skills; they can get lot of freelance projects from many software companies around the globe.

Programmers - They create programs based on the specifications given by computer software engineers and systems analysts. Once the design is done; the programmer converts it into a series of instructions for the computer. Then he codes these instructions in a conventional programming language, such as COBOL, Prolog, advanced object-oriented languages, such as Java, C++, or Smalltalk. Many programmers these days perform these coding at their own convenience while charging decent amount from the client.

Technically speaking all these freelance jobs are system related in which you need to have some qualification in a required field. You can manage any of the above given options and easily make money while sitting at home. To know about more such options continue reading my blogs.

Make Money Online – Freelance Web Designing

September 25, 2008 by Stella

In continuation to our previous blog on options to make money online – writing and translation, where we had discussed about one of the easiest ways to make money online, this time we will talk about freelance web designing as another easy option to make money online.

As a web based job, Web designing can really be an easy and instant way to make money online. The rapidly changing technology always brings something new and exciting to learn. So, it can be a great opportunity to showcase your creativity to the whole world while bagging some extra bucks to your pocket. It provides the freedom to plan your work timings and to select the best project matching your expertise with your own desired charges. A web designer takes responsibility of entire design firm, starting with sales, customer service, project management, design layout, web development and programming.

Below are some useful tips to accomplish tasks successfully to be undertaken by a web designer.

• Freelance web designers while working on a project should ensure that they meet their promised deadlines and deliver high quality work.
• To work directly with customers to get a clear picture of the project expectations.
• As a part of a team he should guide, and advise the clients on each step for their website    development.
• Clearly provide details and present specifications, storyboards, and design samples to customers.
• Use languages such as hypertext mark-up language, JavaScript, ColdFusion, and others to write web pages.
• Use programs like Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, and CorelDraw to layout and design pages.
•  It is better to specify project budgets to avoid unnecessary confusion while executing the project.

You can choose any of these options to make extra money online. If you are an expert in some other category (Software development/programmer) continue reading our blog. Give me your feedback, suggestion and help me enlighten you on different areas of outsourcing.

Make Money Online – Writing &Translation

September 10, 2008 by Stella

Pen down your thoughts online & credit extra money to your wallet…

In today’s fast-paced world maintaining a decent standard of living has become a necessity, one has to lookout for unconventional sources of making money. To contribute to your earnings, online services marketplace has opened an array of avenues to work and earn easily.

Online Services marketplace is a global platform which offer a variety of categories such as writing, translation, web designing, graphic designing and software programming, etc. To begin with Writing & translation, it is a well-known and more utilized means of instantly earning from home. To name some renowned professionals in the industry like Rusty Weston, Cory Doctorow and Sally walker, who have made a mark in the marketplace by winning awards for their writings and creating their own blog communities.

Here are some of the options for writing and translation experts, to make quick money online by providing services to Companies across the globe:

1. Earn from Blogs: Writing blogs can be the quickest way to make money online. If you have a flair for writing, or you know the art of playing with words, then go ahead with this next generation trend of blogging to many different sites. Write promotional blogs on your site to get ads and earn money. Post some jazzy stuff on social networking sites and forums and expand your reader base to raise profits.

2. Articles can bring money: Content rules the websites! You can write for websites and keep them updated with fresh, high quality content. If you have good writing skills with a decent experience, you can make a living out of it. You can also write business articles, cover news and current affairs and prepare press releases for various sites to promote their product and to gain money.

3. Translation is a good option: If you have good command over some languages you can opt for translation as well. By presenting your vast vocabulary skills and converting from one language to another, you may enhance your chances of earnings.

You can choose any of these options to make extra money online. If you are an expert in some other category (Graphic & Web Design) continue reading my blog. Give your feedback, suggestion and help me enlighten you on different areas of outsourcing.

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September 10, 2008 by Stella

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