IT freelancers often face a dilemma: Should I look for jobs myself or use an agency? While the choice may be clear for some, others need to try out both options first to see what works best for them. In over 10 years on the market, TITANS has proven that working with an agency provides flexibility and diversity, as well as a number of other advantages that you may not see at first glance. Let’s take a quick look at them and see how to avoid certain pitfalls you may encounter.  

Flexibility and experience  

A good agency has a broad portfolio of clients. Banks, the automotive industry, manufacturing companies, e-commerce… It allows you to choose a field that interests you while you gain experience across the economic spectrum in both short-term and long-term projects. Some people like a change of scenery after 6 months, while others prefer to settle down for two years. The ability to make a flexible choice is one of the strongest cards you have in your hand with an agency.

Greater financial stability 

If you work with professionals who are well versed in IT recruitment, you will rarely be left without work. The agency knows when the contract with your current client is ending, and it helps you find the next project ahead of time. What direction do you want to go in? What technology or field are you drawn to? Based on your answers, it will offer you new projects and support your smooth transition from one to the next. Or they take some time off knowing that you have already chosen your professional direction. All this will save the time and energy you would spend on searching for new opportunities, not to mention that the pay for a man-day negotiated by an experienced agency is often higher than what IT freelancers negotiate for themselves, even after the agency’s margin is subtracted. 

The agency’s negotiating power will often also get you bonuses that you couldn’t get on your own, such as paid time for personal development, training and bonuses for reliable service delivery.

Professional growth  

This may sound like a cliché; everyone develops and grows. But that’s not always the case. A good agency will recommend or even provide training and certification in your field, often for free or at discounted rates. This will help you keep moving forward. Every freelancer knows how easy it is to get stuck in a rut of deadlines and forget about their own personal development. With someone who has your back, you can grow more easily and become an even stronger hero of the IT world. And each new project is another opportunity to expand your skills and enrich your portfolio. With each mastered challenge, your value on the labour market increases, enabling an experienced recruitment partner to sell you at a higher value in the next project.

Pitfalls? They can be avoided 

Despite all the advantages that working with an IT recruitment agency brings, you may encounter several unexpected challenges. This is when you will discover the quality of the agency you have chosen. Will it be able to help you overcome these hurdles? Its personal approach and true concern for you are key. This is something you can assess at your first meeting or during the recruitment process. Do you feel true interest and care on their part? That’s good news. Things aren’t going so smoothly and it’s not really about you? Get out quickly! 

Check references 

Start by doing a cross-check of the agency. Ask for references, read reviews, and don’t be afraid to contact previous clients. Find out how the agency deals with problems and what support it offers in searching for new projects. Our clients often mention that this support and individualised approach is what they appreciate most about TITANS. 

Update your information 

Every project may end, and sometimes cooperation with a client stalls. A good agency will help you through it, regularly updating your portfolio and flexibly offering you for open projects. What you can do is make sure the information about your experience is up-to-date and that you are in contact with your recruiter.

You can never ask too many questions 

Communication is the alpha and omega of every cooperation. Especially if you’re working with a team remotely, you must have clearly defined communication channels and rules. A good agency will not only facilitate your onboarding into the team, it will also ensure that you have all the necessary information and documents in time. The care department will make sure you’re connected with the team and fully integrated into the project process. Without effective communication, even the most promising project can run into insurmountable obstacles, so don’t be afraid to ask questions; it’s better to communicate more than to risk misunderstandings. 

You come first – that’s what it’s all about 

Choose an agency that is committed to your development, offers training and support, and regularly informs you of new opportunities and projects. Consider your long-term goals and see if working with your chosen agency will help you achieve them. If you’re looking for a place that offers a personal approach and a genuine interest in your growth, then TITANS is the right place for you.

We have 10+ years of experience to help us guide you through the administrative and negotiation processes of choosing the best IT project that suits you. We want all IT freelancers who work with us to know that they’re in good hands and that they’re getting the best opportunities on the market.