Joel Ballezza
Talent Agent

ReadyDone

• http://readydone.com

• AIM: joelballezza
• Skype: joelballezza

I run a talent agency called ReadyDone that specializes in web dev, design and business services. I make it easier for clients to get great work done fast, and empower indie professionals by providing group health insurance, payment services, and work.

In addition to my job, I really just like helping folks. If you have any questions about marketing, communications, tech or the web, toss them my way and I'd be happy to point you in the right direction.

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  From Kate Stewart

  Given on Tue Jul 15, 2008.

  Joel's work ethic and high level of motivation are admirable to say the least!
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  From Dawn Renee Mallory

  Given on Wed May 7, 2008.

  wonderful and worthwhile session this evening! I came home and dived right in... and thanx for the hand outs... dawn
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  From Joshua Lind

  Given on Tue May 22, 2007.

  I've worked with Joel on several professional and academic projects, he also facilitated my transition into his old job. Joel...[more]

  I've worked with Joel on several professional and academic projects, he also facilitated my transition into his old job. Joel is a polished and professional source of information on the technical web marketplace and for general business communication practices. Great teammate!   [less]

Joel's blog: TalentEd by ReadyDone

• Search Engine Cheat Sheet

  Posted Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:10:08 -0700 by josh

  We offer associated talent tools to pool info about certain types of projects. That way we can save time and work more cohesively. Of course, one of our first "Cheat Sheets" was about SEO (search engine optimization.) Since the purpose of our TalentEd blog is to present this type of knowledge here are some of the greatest hits for SEO.

  The main goal is to let the engine know when you should be displayed. It...

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• Rich Content and Third-Party Services

  Posted Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:57:12 -0700 by josh

  Many of the websites we help create include an element of so-called "rich media," this being audio or video. Most people with this type of content can envision how they want it presented to users but the back-end how-to options are still a little fuzzy. Let's clear up our choices for cost, work flow, and distribution. These factors overlap, and remind us that we can't have our cake and eat it too... unless of course...

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• Freelance Rules to Live By

  Posted Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:59:47 -0700 by josh

  Some good rules we've found to live by. I'll keep adding more. Comment with your suggestions.

  • Pass the work to a friend when you don't have time.
  • Take 5 minutes the day you get working materials to make sure you have everything you'll need to finish the task, regardless of the time line.
  • Stop discounting so often.
  • There is an inverse relationship between project size and hassle. Big jobs will be smoother and involve...

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