This is a remote position.
Job Highlights:
- Contract type: Independent Contractor
- Schedule: 20+ hours per week; Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm EST
Client timezone: EST
Job Description:
You’ll be the vital connection point between potential customers and local businesses, directly driving revenue growth for an emerging directory platform. This ground-floor opportunity puts you at the center of business development, where your appointment-setting skills will have immediate, measurable impact on company success. You’ll work closely with the founder to develop processes and help scale operations from startup to established business.
Responsibilities:
- Handle inbound inquiries from people wanting to schedule appointments with local businesses
- Make outbound calls to generate appointments and qualified leads
- Manage comprehensive follow-up communications via phone, SMS, and email
- Organize and maintain appointment schedules with proactive reminder systems
- Track leads and follow-ups using CRM systems or Excel spreadsheets
- Handle rejection professionally while maintaining persistent, positive outreach
- Participate in training sessions and mock calls to refine techniques
- Coordinate with founder on appointment quality and conversion optimization
Requirements
- Previous experience in appointment setting or sales calling
- Proven ability to handle rejection and maintain positive attitude during challenging calls
- Strong communication skills with professional phone presence
- Experience with CRM systems or Excel for lead tracking and management
- Excellent time organization skills for effective follow-up scheduling
- Comfortable with both inbound and outbound calling environments
- Reliable internet connection and quiet, professional work environment
- Bonus if you have experience in local business or directory services
Why Join This Team?:
- Ground-floor opportunity with a growing startup where your impact is immediately visible
- Direct collaboration with the founder on business development strategy
- Clear growth path from part-time to full-time as the business scales
- Remote work flexibility with performance-based earning potential
- Opportunity to help build processes and systems from the beginning
- Commission and bonus opportunities based on appointment quality and results
Benefits
Independent Contractor Perks:
- Permanent Work from Home
- Immediate Hiring
- Steady Freelance Job
Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.
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