Josh205 Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 How do you go about getting staff for your GSP business? Is there a site in which you can advertise? How do you know the person you hire is right for the job and can do what they say they can? Im just curious as to where you people get staff for support/sales and how you pay them (monthly/per hour worked etc.) Thanks, Josh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swish Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 You hire them as you would for any other job. Application process...interview(s)...ect. Where to advertise is up to you. We hire locally...easyer to verify and pay people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh205 Posted February 22, 2008 Author Share Posted February 22, 2008 Do you do it all online or would you hire local people so you could physically meet them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swish Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 I personally like to hire locally. Then they can come work in our office and its more of a "working relationship" instead of an online relationship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkonig Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 I think it also depends on how big you are or plan to get. I think Clanbase Live is actually a larger GSP with an office etc... I have a few people that I have known for years. We are still trying to make it and keep our heads above water. Some GSP's have given tips on ways to make it in the business, which I think is awesome. I would love to see a thread dedicated to this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swish Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 Thats another big thing there. Alot of the people who have started a GSP know some close friends and do thier thing with them. This business is all about the connections you make Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamnp Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 Most definately about networking, how you present yourself, how serious you take your business. Do you have a sound business plan that generates income, or are you just winging it, hoping to make the bills each month... The most important part of *ANY* business is being sure that there is a market for what *you* want to offer, and a way to deliver what you want to offer to the client in a fast, easy, painless process. Unfortunately many forget that first key part ofhaving a business plan/model that actually works. Saves you many painless stressful nights wondering if you can/or are going to be able to make your payments or not. Also keeping in mind that the larger you get, the more work that is invovled and the more overhead is needed to sustain acceptable operations. As simple and 'mindless' as these things may sound, I firmly believe they are the #1 killer of GSPS....People think there *is* huge money in this business, there really is not, unless you have the resources to deal with the giant headon....The big money is in the spinoff businesses that can be generated, imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defcon|Rich Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 To elaborate on what Adam said. I also believe most get into this business with the idea that they can work a few hours per day and make a nice living. Honestly, If your working less then 10 hours a day you probably won't survive the first year and don't consider making a steady income that you can count on until probably the 3rd year. On the subject of staff. The only thing I would suggest is make sure you trust each staff 100%. You will need to give them access to a good portion of your business and things that could ruin it so choose wisely. I've known several owners who lost their shirts because their "partner" ran off with the $$. Food for thought.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonF Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 Honestly, If your working less then 10 hours a day you probably won't survive the first year and don't consider making a steady income that you can count on until probably the 3rd year. Very true! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh205 Posted February 23, 2008 Author Share Posted February 23, 2008 Wow this is great advice guys. Thanks alot for your input (keep it coming) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd Holley Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 You hire them as you would for any other job. Application process...interview(s)...ect. Where to advertise is up to you. We hire locally...easyer to verify and pay people. Swish I need to talk to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swish Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 Call me anytime bud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Should Anyone require Help on a Non Paid Thing , PM ME , I have 6 Years experinace working with Dedicated + Game Servers and voice and webhosting , I am in the UK I am also available on Xfire , msn should you require to talk to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostone Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 I've known several owners who lost their shirts because their "partner" ran off with the $$. Food for thought.. I started a hosting company with a partner. After income was rolling in. He flaked out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartanfrog Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 Sorry to hear that lostone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostone Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 Thanks, but live and let learn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartanfrog Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 Yep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WR-Rob Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 I am the same as others have mentioned. I hire locally to me so everyone can work in the office. And its the full interigation process. This is my business at stake and getting the right person who has the ability to see a future and set goals is who i employ. Lucky enough my staff i have known for sometime from outside of my business from gaming etc. I also have a couple of staff who dont actually work in my office. They work in a normal 9-5 job for another company but they are in network management jobs and keep a eye on my whole network and also provide infomation on updates and upgrades that come through the trade. Worst idea imo, is to hire someone you dont know and give them all your network/security details as they can kill your business in 1 go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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