How Do I Find and Hire a Reliable SEO Freelancer for My Small Business?

[dicawif]

Hello everyone.

I have been running a small e-commerce store for about two years now and my organic traffic has been stagnant. I recently decided to invest in SEO but I am unsure whether to hire an agency or go with an SEO freelancer.

A freelancer seems more budget friendly and flexible but I worry about accountability and consistency. How do you evaluate the credibility of an SEO freelancer? What portfolio items or case studies should I look for?

Are there specific platforms where quality SEO freelancers are most active?

Any advice from those who have gone this route would be greatly appreciated.

 

[dicawif]

Hello everyone.

I have been running a small e-commerce store for about two years now and my organic traffic has been stagnant. I recently decided to invest in SEO but I am unsure whether to hire an agency or go with an SEO freelancer.

A freelancer seems more budget friendly and flexible but I worry about accountability and consistency. How do you evaluate the credibility of an SEO freelancer? What portfolio items or case studies should I look for?

Are there specific platforms where quality SEO freelancers, or even a dedicated SEO Freelancer, are most active?

Any advice from those who have gone this route would be greatly appreciated.

thanks in advance for any help