oDesk Readiness Test for Independent Contractors and Staffing Managers
oDesk
charges a 10% fee on each contract.
a. True
b. False
Which
of the following is TRUE about fixed-price jobs?
a. Fixed-price
jobs are not covered by the oDesk Guarantee.
b. Payment
is at the client's discretion.
c. Fixed-price
jobs are generally smaller and are paid upon completion.
d. Terms
of the job are agreed upon before work begins.
e. All of the above
What
is one smart way to prove you're right for the job?
a. Offer
to work for free.
b. Ignore
the client's invitation to interview.
c. Offer to do a short, paid "test
project" to show you have the necessary skills.
d. Send
a cut and paste cover letter full of spelling errors.
e. Beg
them to hire you because you really need the money.
What
is the secret to being a highly successful freelancer on oDesk?
a. Communicate
early, communicate often.
b. Provide
honest and realistic project updates.
c. Respond
quickly and hit deadlines.
d. Listen
to your client's concerns and have a positive attitude.
e. All of the above
Before
you apply for a job, what questions should you ask yourself?
a. Do I
have the right skills and experience for this job?
b. Do I
have the time available to complete this job?
c. Do I
think the offered rate is acceptable?
d. All of the above
This
question is based upon the figure shown below
What
kind of profile image works best for attracting clients?
a. A picture of me smiling, because it's
considered more trustworthy and pleasant.
b. An
illustrated image of my favorite animal.
c. A
picture of me wearing a baseball hat and dark sunglasses.
d. My
company's logo.
A
good profile includes which of the following?
a. Your
full name, title, and photo.
b. An
overview that lets potential clients know what you can do for them.
c. A
few completed skill tests to demonstrate your expertise.
d. Well-written
text that has a positive tone, is grammatically correct, and is spelled
properly.
e. All of the above
Which
statement about the Team App is FALSE?
a. The
Team App lets you track your time for hourly jobs.
b. The
Team App takes work-in-progress snapshots at random times in 10-minute
intervals.
c. The Team App must be used for fixed-price
contracts.
d. The
Team App records the total number of keystrokes and mouse clicks.
What
do you need to be successful on oDesk?
HINT:
Everything you need to know is in the Freelancer Manual
a. A
fast, reliable Internet connection and an up-to-date Internet browser.
b. A
work-only email account and a free Skype account.
c. A
basic understanding of the English language.
d. A
ready-to-work attitude, a strong set of skills, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
e. All of the above
Which
of the following is TRUE about hourly jobs?
a. The
client is billed only for hours worked.
b. Work
time is logged through the oDesk Team App.
c. Your
time is covered by the oDesk Guarantee that an hour worked is an hour paid.
d. All of the above