2. THE SOLO-PRENEUR
22 million U.S. businesses
classified as “nonemployer
businesses” with combined
receipts of $950 Billion.
http://www.bizjournals.com/bizjournals/on-numbers/scott-thomas/2012/09/22-million-us-businesses.html?ana=twt&appSession=822100780971165
3. THE FREELANCERS MARKET
34%
of the US Workforce is
doing freelance work
73% enjoy working
from any location
75% appreciate the
flexibility
70% want to work on
projects they are
passionate about
14% have a
graduate degree
(compared to 12% of non-
freelancers)
Key Takeaway: The freelance market is growing rapidly. TalentBridge is filling a
unique gap by capturing top professional talent and offering businesses access to this
talent on a flexible basis.
4. VISION & MISSION
OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE A PLATFORM THAT SEAMLESSLY
CONNECTS SOLO-PRENEURS WITH TALENTED
PROFESSIONALS WHO REQUIRE CAREER FLEXIBILITY.
SOLO-PRENEUR WITHOUT RESOURCES
TO HIRE FULL-TIME TALENT
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS LOOKING FOR A
FLEXIBLE & TEMPORARY WORK ENVIRONMENT
5. TARGET SOLO-
PRENEUR
Ideal for start-up or small
companies looking for
accounting or legal work
on an as-needed basis
- Start-ups
- Micro-VC
- SMBs
TARGET
PROFESSIONAL
Ideal for certified
professionals looking for
high-level work with
flexibility and the high
pay they deserve
- Parents
- Relocating for a spouse
- Caring for sick family
members
TARGET MARKET
8. BUSINESS MODEL
TalentBridge collects a 8% fee for each
transaction conducted through the platform,
along with a $200 annual membership fee
charged to professionals.
Solo-preneur operates on a 1099 basis and
earn points for each project completed. This
fuels retention as points can go towards
earning perks like health insurance, 401k, gym
memberships, etc.
10. OPERATIONS & IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY:
SIGN UP PROCESS: SOLO-PRENEUR
1 32 4 5 6
Apply
to be a
registered
solo-preneur
Submit
job proposal and
candidate criteria
Review
and Select
applicants
Get Bridged
with professional
& pay deposit
Rate
professional &
and pay balance
Receive
Completed work
Create
a profile to be a
professional
and verify
credentials
Search
for jobs
Apply
for a fitting
project
Get Bridged
with a
solo-preneur
Rate
solo-preneur &
get paid
Submit
completed work
11. 1 32 4 5 6
Create
a profile to be a
professional
and verify
credentials
Search
for jobs
Apply
for a fitting
project
Get Bridged
with a
solo-preneur
Rate
solo-preneur &
get paid
Submit
completed work
OPERATIONS & IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY:
SIGN UP PROCESS: PROFESSIONAL
12. UI/UX optimized on all screens to ensure maximum
accessibility on web platform and mobile app
13. SOCIAL MEDIA
Build and utilize social media (ie.
Twitter, Facebook) to reach
independent attorneys and CPAs
“BEST PRACTICES”
Offer “Best Practices” e-sessions for
firms and freelancers to learn more
about services and how to properly use
site
TRADE PUBLICATIONS
Advertise services and potential
projects in trade publications and
websites, LinkedIn, Craigslist, Indeed,
etc.
INCENTIVIZE
Provide incentives (ie. waive
registration fee) for initial freelancers to
register with the site to ensure supply
TRADE SHOWS
Exhibit at professional groups’ trade
shows
REFERRAL PROGRAM
Referral program for employers
MARKETING & DISTRIBUTION STRATEGY
14. COST OF HEALTHCARE UNPREDICTABLE INCOME SAVINGS FOR RETIREMENT
HIGH TAX RATES DIFFICULTLY FINDING NEW
CLIENTS/PROJECT
NON/LATE PAYMENTS
KEY CONCERNS TO ADDRESS
Many choose freelancing in order to spend more time with loved ones
Many believe they are getting paid more
Many choose freelancing in order to spend more time with loved ones
Many believe they are getting paid more
In today’s gig economy, top talent demands more flexibility. As a result, the traditional forty hour work week is no longer feasible and talent is constantly underutilized.
Therefore, companies with short-term needs should be able to connect with qualified professionals available for part time work.
Platform specifically tailored for specialized, professional services
Vetted high-quality professionals (background checks, verified professional certifications, reference checks, at least 3 years of work experience)
Professionals have capacity for short-term, but also long-term projects (average ~15 hrs/week)
Insurance provided to freelance professionals: often called malpractice insurance, errors and omissions insurance, or professional liability insurance
Protects from bearing full cost of defending against a negligent claim made by client
Professionals set their own rates (within a specified range)
Instant, reliable, crowd-sourced reviews of professionals
Provide stay-at home moms/dads/freelancers the opportunity to make a living wage
Phil to speak
TalentBridge collects a 8% fee for each transaction conducted through the platform, along with an annual membership fee charged to professionals.
Employees operate on a 1099 basis and earn points for each project completed. This fuels retention as points can go towards earning perks like health insurance, 401k, gym memberships, etc.
The platform will have 5 key filters:
Hold retainer to make sure everyone gets paid and on time
Hourly Rate (within a range – average $100/hr (?) for CPA, $125/hr (?) for attorneys)
Skill set (Tax Law, GAAP Compliance)
Maximum Travel Distance (GPS enabled to match availability)
Weekly Hours Available:
Hours Available Off Site (Remotely)
Hours Available On Site (At Client Site)
Cost of healthcare (76% find this very/somewhat concerning)
Unpredictable income (76%)
Saving for Retirements (74%)
High tax rates (73%)
Difficulty finding new clients/projects (68%)
Non/late-payment by client (65)