Connect skilled freelancers with project needs
Difficulty: ●●●○○ | Time Investment: 25-35 hours/week
Visual Flow
[SKILL PROVIDERS] → [PROJECT MATCHING] → [FACILITATE WORK] → [TRANSACTION FEES]Quick Stats Box
- Startup cost: $300–$800 - Time to First Sale: 2-3 weeks - Revenue potential: $1,500–$6,000/month - Scalability: HighWhat You Need:
- Marketplace platform - Vetting process - Payment system - Dispute resolutionWhat You Do:
1. Build two-sided marketplace 2. Recruit quality providers 3. Attract project posters 4. Facilitate smooth transactions 5. Handle customer serviceHow You Charge:
- Transaction fee: 10-20% - Listing upgrade: $19–$49 - Priority support: $99/monthLaunch Checklist
- [ ] Day 1: Set up marketplace infrastructure - [ ] Week 1: Onboard 20 providers - [ ] Week 2: Get first 5 projects - [ ] Month 1: Process 25 transactions - [ ] Month 2: Add escrow protectionSuccess Story
"Terry's creative skill marketplace processes $15,000/month, earning $2,250 in fees"Pro Tip
Focus on one skill category first. Depth of talent beats breadth for marketplace trust.---