Web Worker 101: Working with Subcontractors

Also some good points for any type of partnership:

But before you rush out and offer part of your next job to your closest web-working buddy, there are a few things that you need to consider. Here are four of the biggest pitfalls to watch out for.

Number one and four are especially good:

1. No Handshake Deals - If you’re going to bring on a subcontractor, make sure you both sign a contract laying out what the job is and how much you’ll be paying. I’ve sung this tune in the past, and I’ll sing it again: a contract won’t prevent all possible disagreements, but it will eliminate many and give you a basis for resolving the rest. If you ever have a job go completely sour on you, to the point where your client won’t pay, then you’ll be happy to have a contract spelling out your responsibilities in place.

4. Choose Subcontractors Wisely. I won’t say that you should never work with friends, but I’ve seen far more relationships busted up by going into business together than I’ve seen strengthened…