Me: Okay, please study the plans for this tool we’re building and let me know what you think.

Me (30 days later): You there?

Developer: I was busy, but I can assure you I’m super responsive and get things done.

Me: Okay, please study the plans for this tool we’re building and let me know what you think.

Me (30 days later): You there?

Developer: Do you expect me to absorb 100% of the development costs?

Me: No, but you’d have to demonstrate you’re competent and serious. And if I were you, I’d take a moment to study any project opportunity, especially if I am the one reaching out for help.

/// This happened just this afternoon.

I believe that everyone deserves a chance.

Since we all need the opportunity (not privilege) to show we can get stuff done and earn some experience.

So when someone opens a door for you at your request– take immediate action and jump through it.

Don’t wait 60 days and then ask how much you’re going to get paid, before you even look at what they want or have demonstrated you’re capable.

Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.

This way you’re able to give many people a chance, hiring only the ones who have earned it.

Dennis Yu

Dennis Yu is a former search engine engineer who has spent a billion dollars on Google and Facebook ads for Nike, Quiznos, Ashley Furniture, Red Bull, State Farm, and other organizations that have many locations. He has achieved 25% of his goal of creating a million digital marketing jobs because of his partnership with universities, professional organizations, and agencies. Companies like GoDaddy, Fiverr, onlinejobs.ph, 7 Figure Agency, and Vendasta partner with him to create training and certifications. Dennis created the Dollar a Day Strategy for local service businesses to enhance their existing local reputation and make the phone ring. He's coaching young adult agency owners who serve plumbers, AC technicians, landscapers, roofers, electricians in conjunction with leaders in these industries. Mr. Yu believes that there should be a standard in measuring local marketing efforts, much like doctors and plumbers need to be certified and licensed. His Content Factory training and dashboards are used by thousands of practitioners.

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