The Starters vs Upwork
Many e-commerce brands are rethinking Upwork due to inconsistent talent and time-consuming vetting that slows their growth. By turning to The Starters, they get access to vetted freelance experts who understand e-commerce and deliver reliable, high-quality results.
 |  | |
|---|---|---|
Matching Process | Matching Process Access full platform; curated talent | Matching Process Access full platform immediately; no curation |
Time to hire | Time to hire <24 hours | Time to hire Days to weeks |
Cost | Cost Flat $295/mo + freelancer rate | Cost 10-20% commissions + freelancer rate |
Minimum Commitment | Minimum Commitment None | Minimum Commitment None |
E-Commerce Focus | E-Commerce Focus Yes | E-Commerce Focus No |
Vetting Process | Vetting Process Experience review, interview, skills test | Vetting Process None |
The Starters is trusted by the world’s best e-comm brands
E-commerce brands are switching to The Starters to access the top 1% of vetted e-commerce talent.
Three reasons e-commerce brands join the Starters vs. Upwork
Every expert on the platform is carefully reviewed for real-world experience, creative thinking, and a track record of building things that actually work. We do the vetting so you can focus on the work.
The thinking behind brands that win.
Skip recycled takes and generic playbooks. Get direct access to the frameworks, decisions, and lessons behind real category leaders; through intelligence built for operators.
Counsel from people who’ve done it.
Book 1:1 sessions with experienced operators who’ve built and scaled real brands. Pressure-test your roadmap, sharpen your strategy, and get clarity before you spend time or money.
Work from people who’ve built it.
Bring in proven talent to help execute, fractionally or full-scale. Work with people who think like owners and know how to turn strategy into real progress.
Better ROI
The Starters uses a curated, hands-on vetting process built specifically for e-commerce roles. Each specialist is reviewed through portfolio checks, role-specific test tasks, and live interviews, ensuring they’ve already proven results in online retail before being matched with a client.
Upwork works as an open marketplace, where freelancers create their own profiles and clients handle most of the screening themselves. Quality can vary widely, since vetting relies on reviews and optional tests. The Starters narrows the field for you; Upwork gives you the full marketplace to sort through.
How birddogs found an elite UI/UX designer on The Starters
Birddogs hired an elite UI/UX designer on The Starters within 2 days
Hours Saved
10+
Initial Search to Hire Time
2 Days
Savings over Recruiting Agency
90%
Hirebuilders,
not bystanders.
Fractional or full-scale, bring in experienced builders who execute like owners.
Comparing hiring timelines: The Starters vs Upwork
Find, hire, and onboard vetted e-commerce talent on The Starters in just a few days. On Upwork, that process can take up to ~15 weeks from defining to supervising.
Quick Process. <1 week from posting to hiring.
Post a Job
5 mins
Browse Talent
20 mins
Contact Talent
10 mins
Schedule Calls
1-3 days
Hire
Done!
Slow Process. ~15 weeks from defining to supervising.
Defining
1-2 weeks
Posting
1-3 weeks
Interviewing
2-3 weeks
Negotiation
1-3 weeks
Training
2-4 weeks
Supervising
5 days
Vetted. Vetted.
And vetted again.
Every expert on the platform is carefully reviewed for real-world experience, differentiated thinking, and a track record of building successful brands.
Application &
background.
We start with the fundamentals. Every candidate submits their background and experience building real brands and companies. We look for talent with a history of doing meaningful work and driving results, not just talking about it.
1
Portfolios &
references.
Next comes an in-depth review of real sample work—portfolios, case studies, and more—to ensure the quality of work holds up to our standards. We'll also gather insights and feedback from references, so you don't have to.
2
Work &
reputation.
Once someone is accepted to The Starters, the vetting doesn't stop there. We constantly monitor responsiveness and work quality for engagements faciliated through our platform. One strike and they're out.
3
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
Built for people who build.
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
@JaiDolwani is building something pretty incredible. Imagine a MarketerHire without the insane up-charge on the freelancer's fees.
Found an amazing affiliate consultant via Jai's The Starters - highly recommend checking it out!
We've hired multiple great freelancers on The Starters.
Not a sponsored post, but what @JaiDolwani is building is a serious value add.
Def check it out if your team needs a little freelance support.
I just had an amazing convo with @JaiDolwani 💪
He's building The Starters for ecommerce stores looking to hire fractional folks at a reasonable cost.
It's 5X better than both MarketerHire and Upwork.
Check it out ⚡ https://hirethestarters.com
[Not sponsored, just a fan]
I logged into http://hirethestarters.com for the first time today. This is a next-level experience!!
@JaiDolwani
If @JaiDolwani ever decides to raise capital, invest.
Tried to source 2 freelancers on http://hirethestarters.com. Neither worked out.
2 days later he comes back with two new (not previously on the platform) freelancers within budget & already vetted.
He is him 🔥
Signed up for The Starters and didn't convert so @JaiDolwani sent a personal follow up
Few messages goes a long way, be like Jai
Shoutout to Jai Dolwani and his platform, The Starters, for the freelance hiring help throughout the process to bring this launch to life
I've been super impressed with the level and quality of talent on the platform.
The Starters has been the ultimate growth hack for our business
Excuse my language. But I'm f***ing stocked.
Went through your links and the talent seems unreal!
Just wanted to shoot you a note to say how grateful I am to you and The Starters. Getting access to quality, vetted candidates for projects so quickly is truly game changing.
“Super helpful to find pre-vetted talent that is qualified and can come in swinging to a business challenge without the hassle and worry of a sourcing/agency fee on a candidate that might not work out.”
“First, cost. I appreciate the transparency and competitive rates. Second, I can trust that each Starter has been vetted by a human, versus an algorithm. So much of marketing is an art that I wouldn't feel comfortable without that level of human proof. Additionally, when I need an individual or skillset that isn't currently on-platform, The Starters team will conduct a bespoke search for that person. I love the mix of self-serve and white glove.”
The ui is extremely beautiful. It not only is clean, but I can see who worked where, what value they could add, and how much time commitment I could expect from them before I ever engage.
The talent is crazy. To think that some people were untouchable and then to see them on Starters definitely has me beyond stoked for the future of talent Ill be able to hire from the Starters.
Access to top tier talent for young startups that may not have the funds to have access to the that level of expertise on a full time basis. We have been able to work with someone with excellent experience in the industry at a fraction of the cost.
“Working with The Starters has had a massive impact on our business - we have moved faster in the past 3 months than we had in the previous 12 months.”
“What I appreciate most about The Starters is its commitment to quality. As a scrappy e-commerce business, finding skilled freelancers is crucial, but it's often like finding a needle in a haystack. The Starters eliminates the guesswork by pre-vetting top-tier talent who have actual experience with successful e-commerce brands. This saves us time and instills confidence in our choices.”
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Membership
The Starters has been an incredibly helpful platform for us to find great talent for part time/consulting/project based work
- Masterclasses to improve your acquisition and retention
- Step-by-step playbooks you can execute on now
- Expert deep dives on topics like innovation, retail, and influencer
- 1:1 sessions with proven e-commerce leaders
- Calls with 500+ operators included in your membership; no extra cost
- Get clarity on strategy, double-check big decisions, and empower your team
- Direct access to hire the minds behind category-defining brands
- One-off projects, ongoing fractional work, or full-time employment
- Zero commissions, rate markups, or recruiting fees