Posting Jobs, Interviewing, and Hiring

The topics under this section give more insight into the interview and hiring process.

• Once you have the candidate's contact info (you'll get it after you press the 'Interview' button), contact them right away to arrange an interview. You should provide times you are available, your preferred contact method (text chat, voice chat, or phone), and any additional contact information (if necessary). The provider should reply to confirm how and when they will be available to interview.

• Buyers typically interview several providers before making a decision. Interviews usually take place over instant messenger or VOIP. The interview gives buyers a convenient way to evaluate the skills of the provider, while giving the provider an opportunity to impress the buyer with their expertise. The interview is the right time to discuss relevant work samples, time estimates, daily schedules (what hours will you both be online), and availability (how many hours per week are required).
  
  
• We do not require that you use their oDesk email for communication with buyers. All email sent to their @odesk.com address is automatically forwarded to the personal email address we have on file. You may receive replies from the provider's personal email address.

• If the interview goes well and the Buyer is convinced of the provider's capability to complete his job, the Buyer hires the provider. At this point, the provider is added to the buyer's Team Room so the assignment can begin. The buyer can now give specifications and start assigning tasks to the providers.
  
  
• Remember that to protect yourself, use the oDesk tools, and help build your oDesk reputation, you must hire the provider in the oDesk network.