Re: outsourcing

[tobeeornot]

I would say there is nothing wrong running a business and outsourcing services provided the clients are aware of how the business is structured and therefore understands the risks involved and the contract between all parties is clear. Plenty of businesses act as intermediaries for providing other services, but it is unusual for them to do so without having core skills as some kind of provider themselves. If you decide to freelance, you will ultimately be a better position than he is, even if you need to outsource, as you will know how deliverables match up to what is being charged. He will be lost and will at some point be stung.