Introduction
What is Catalant?
Catalant is a dynamic platform revolutionizing the way businesses solve problems and execute projects by connecting them with a global network of elite independent experts and consultants. It offers a seamless, efficient way for companies to tap into a diverse pool of top-tier talent, ensuring they have the right skills and expertise at the right time. Below is a general overview of a typical winning expert’s journey.
Overview
Getting Started
1. Joining Catalant:
- Apply: Create an account on the Catalant platform by providing your professional background information and submitting your application for review.
- Profile Completion: Complete your profile with detailed information about your expertise, experience, and skills. A comprehensive profile increases your chances of being matched with suitable projects. For tips on profile best practices please see here.
2. Finding Projects:
- Project Marketplace: Browse available projects in the Catalant marketplace that match your expertise and interests.
- Project Alerts: Set up project alerts to receive notifications about new opportunities that fit your profile.
Prospecting Process
3. Submitting Pitches: Submit a pitch as an initial expression of interest with an explanation of why you’re the best fit for the opportunity.
4. Interviewing for Opportunities: Clients then select candidates and schedule scoping calls using Catalant-provided Zoom meeting functionalities for a seamless, user-friendly way to connect.
5. Proposal Submission:
- Review Project Details: Carefully review the project description, requirements, and client expectations.
- Submit Proposal: Create and submit a tailored proposal outlining your approach, timeline, and fees. Highlight your relevant experience and how you can best add value to the project.
Project Engagement
6. Project Agreement:
- Engaging in Negotiations: Engage in discussions with the client to clarify project details and finalize terms.
- Executing a Formal Agreement: Once both parties agree on the project scope, timeline, and payment terms, a formal agreement is established and uploaded onto the platform.
7. Project Execution:
- Commencing Work: Begin working on the project according to the agreed-upon terms. Maintain regular communication with the client to provide updates and address any questions.
- Entering Milestones/Timesheets: If the project includes milestones or reported time worked, complete each milestone or timesheet as scheduled and submit for client approval.
- Requesting Payments: Once each milestone or timesheet has been reviewed and approved, payments will be processed according to your project’s payment terms.
8. Project Conclusion:
- Requesting Extensions: Formally request an extension to gain additional time or funds beyond the originally agreed-upon project terms outlined in the original agreement. This request may be necessary when unforeseen challenges, additional requirements arise during the course of the project as a result of work completed, or simply if the client adds more beyond the original scope.
- Project Summary: Both Experts and Clients provide public and private feedback. Qualitative comments and quantitative star ratings help Experts secure future projects and assist Clients in selecting the most suitable Experts for their needs.
If you encounter any issues or have questions regarding the process, please contact Catalant Support at support@gocatalant.com.