Wait for Quotes or Request a Quote on SkillScoop
Wait for Quotes or Request a Quote on SkillScoop

When you post a job on SkillScoop, you might wonder: should I sit back and wait for quotes, or reach out to a specialist directly? Both approaches have their perks — here’s how to choose what works best for your project.

Option 1: Wait for quotes

Posting a job means you tell us what you need done — a quick task, a big project, or anything in between. Once your job is live, specialists can see it and send you quotes.
Waiting for quotes is best when you:

  • Want to hear from a range of specialists.
  • Open to comparing skill sets, experience, and prices
  • Prefer to see multiple options before making a decision

Think of it like casting a wide net — you might discover someone perfect you didn’t know about.

Option 2: Request a quote

After your job is posted, you can head over to the Find a Specialist page and browse through our list of experts. See someone who looks like the perfect fit? You can request a quote — which means inviting that specialist to send you a tailored quote just for your job.

Requesting a quote works best when you:

  • Found someone with the right skills and experience.
  • Want to speed things up by reaching out directly.
  • Have worked with them before or trust their expertise.

Important: You always need to post your job first. Once it’s live, you can request quotes from any specialists you like.

SkillScoop Tip

Here’s the secret: you don’t have to choose just one. Most clients use both options!

Start by posting your job — it’s fast, free, and gives specialists the info they need. Then, request a quote from anyone who catches your eye to get things moving faster.

Post a job now and see how SkillScoop makes hiring the right specialists simple and efficient.

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