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**Job Title: Lead Generation Specialist (Part-Time)**

### About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Lead Generation Specialist to support our inside and outside sales teams by identifying, researching, and qualifying potential prospects. The ideal candidate will have experience using modern prospecting tools such as Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Salesforce, along with other lead generation techniques to build high-quality sales pipelines.

### Key Responsibilities

* Research and identify qualified prospects that match our target customer profiles.
* Use Apollo, LinkedIn, online databases, industry directories, and other lead generation methods to source new business opportunities.
* Build and maintain accurate prospect lists, including contact details, company information, and relevant insights.
* Manage, update, and maintain lead records within Salesforce CRM.
* Verify and enrich lead data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
* Work closely with the sales team to understand target markets, refine lead criteria, and support ongoing outreach campaigns.
* Consistently meet lead generation targets while maintaining high data quality standards.

### Required Qualifications

* Proven experience in B2B lead generation, prospect research, or sales development.
* Strong working knowledge of Salesforce CRM.
* Hands-on experience with Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and other prospecting tools.
* Excellent internet research and data validation skills.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
* Excellent written communication and organizational skills.

### Preferred Qualifications

* Experience supporting inside sales and outbound sales teams.
* Familiarity with email outreach platforms and sales engagement tools.
* Experience working with international markets and B2B technology companies is a plus.

### What We Offer

* Flexible part-time hours.
* Long-term opportunity for the right candidate.
* Collaborative and supportive team environment.
* Opportunity to directly contribute to business growth and sales success.

If you have a proven track record of finding high-quality leads and are comfortable working with Salesforce, Apollo, and LinkedIn, we'd love to hear from you.

I’m looking for a Malaysia-based freelance Sales & Outreach Assistant to help contact local businesses in Shah Alam, Selangor, and Klang Valley.

This is a flexible part-time project suitable for students, fresh graduates, entry-level freelancers, or anyone who wants practical experience in sales, outreach, digital marketing, and startup growth.

I will provide the business contact list, sample messages, offer details, and simple tracking sheet. Your role will be to reach out to businesses via WhatsApp, email, or social media, follow up professionally, track replies, and help arrange calls or website review sessions with interested business owners.

You do not need to build the prospect list from scratch. The main focus is communication, follow-up, and helping create conversations with local business owners.

## Requirements

* Must be based in Malaysia
* Preferably based in Shah Alam, Selangor, or Klang Valley
* Good English and Bahasa Malaysia communication
* Comfortable using WhatsApp, email, Google Sheets, and social media
* Friendly, organised, polite, and confident communicating with business owners
* Able to follow up consistently and update a simple tracker
* Mandarin or Tamil is a bonus

This is a part-time freelance project with fixed monthly pay plus performance incentives for qualified meetings or successful client conversions. A short paid trial may be arranged first to make sure it is a good fit.

This is not a one-off task. You need them to do ongoing outreach, follow-ups, reply tracking, and maybe adjust messaging based on responses. Hourly is safer because you can start small and stop if the quality is not good.

Set it up like this:

Payment type: Hourly
Trial: 5–10 hours first
Hourly rate: USD 3–6/hour
Expected weekly hours: 5–10 hours/week
Milestone/checkpoint: Review after first 1 week

In the description, say:

This will start as a short paid trial. If the outreach quality, communication, and follow-up are good, we can continue on a monthly basis with incentives.

Skills: Data Entry, Sales, Market Research, Email Marketing, Customer Service, Digital Marketing, Social Media Management, Google Sheets, Lead Generation, Business Development

Job Description:
Fashion Equity Firm (FEF) is a US-based, done-for-you fashion brand development and consulting company helping apparel founders worldwide build, fund, and scale their brands. We're looking for a contractor or contracted team to manage immediate lead follow-up, qualify applicants, and book discovery calls with our founder.
About the role:
Leads come in via application form from prospects around the world (US, UK, Europe, Africa, and beyond). We need someone — or a team — who can call/contact applicants immediately after they apply, while interest is highest. Given the global nature of our leads, we're open to working with a contractor who has multiple trained team members to ensure coverage across time zones, as long as quality, tone, and process are consistent across everyone involved.
What you'll do:

Respond to and call new applicants immediately upon form submission, regardless of time zone
Have genuine, personable conversations — this is relationship-building, not a hard sell
Prequalify leads based on budget (typically $5,000–$7,500+), goals, timeline, and fit using our framework
Book qualified prospects onto discovery/alignment calls with our founder
Manage Instagram comment/DM engagement as a secondary channel
Log every interaction, lead status, and outcome in our CRM (Salesmate) — accurate reporting is non-negotiable
Meet and maintain agreed-upon closing/booking ratios

What we're looking for:

Genuine knowledge of or background in the fashion industry — you should understand the world our clients live in (apparel brands, production, sourcing, branding) well enough to speak credibly
Experience as a setter, sales development rep, or similar in high-ticket coaching/consulting
Warm, friendly, personable communication style — prospects should feel cared for, not sold to
Strong spoken and written English
Ability to respond and call leads quickly (often within minutes of application)
CRM proficiency (Salesmate experience a plus, but trainable)
If applying as a company/team: ability to train multiple support leaders to the same standard, with a point of contact for quality oversight

What we offer:

Competitive monthly rate based on experience and team size
Performance bonuses tied to booked calls and closing ratios
Full training, scripts, qualifying framework, and brand voice guide
Long-term partnership potential for the right fit

To apply: Tell us about your fashion industry background or experience, your (or your team's) setter experience, your availability across time zones, and your familiarity with CRM reporting. If applying as a company, include team size and how you train/manage quality across reps.

LEAD GENERATION & LOCATION ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
WATER VENDING MACHINE PROGRAM

Remote | Part-Time

Compensation

• $5.00 per hour

• $100 bonus for each signed location agreement

• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate

About Us

We operate purified and alkaline water vending machines throughout Southern California.

Our machines provide customers with affordable, high-quality drinking water while generating additional income for business owners.

We are seeking a highly motivated Lead Generation & Location Acquisition Specialist to help identify, contact, and qualify business owners interested in hosting our water vending machines.

Our immediate goal is to secure high-quality locations within a 30-mile radius of Valencia, California (91355).

Primary Objective

Identify and secure locations with the highest probability of generating strong water sales volume while increasing visibility of the True Life Water brand.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify qualified business locations

• Build prospect lists using:

* Google Maps
* Business Directories
* Facebook
* Instagram
* LinkedIn
* AI-powered research tools
* Other online resources

• Locate owner, manager, and decision-maker contact information

• Contact prospects through:

* Email
* SMS/Text Messaging
* Facebook
* Instagram
* LinkedIn
* Other approved outreach channels

• Post and maintain advertisements on:

* Facebook Marketplace
* Craigslist
* Facebook Groups
* Local classified websites

• Use AI tools such as ChatGPT to improve prospect research, lead generation, and outreach effectiveness

• Follow up with prospects

• Schedule appointments with interested business owners

• Maintain accurate lead tracking records and CRM updates

Primary Location Selection Criteria

Businesses should be prioritized based on:

1. Distance from zip code 91355

2. Estimated water sales potential

3. Residential population density

4. Daily customer traffic

5. Ease of customer access and parking

6. Visibility from major streets

7. Likelihood of successful machine placement

Geographic Priority

Priority should be given to locations closest to Valencia, California (91355).

Zone A – Highest Priority

0-10 Miles

• Valencia
• Stevenson Ranch
• Newhall
• Saugus
• Castaic
• Canyon Country

Zone B

10-20 Miles

• Porter Ranch
• Granada Hills
• Northridge
• Chatsworth
• Sylmar
• San Fernando

Zone C

20-30 Miles

• Woodland Hills
• Canoga Park
• Burbank
• Glendale
• Lancaster
• Palmdale

Locations beyond 30 miles should only be pursued if they represent exceptional opportunities.

Business Priority Ranking

Priority #1

Hispanic Grocery Markets

Priority #2

Independent Neighborhood Grocery Stores

Priority #3

High-Traffic Convenience Stores

Priority #4

Neighborhood Shopping Centers

Priority #5

Apartment Communities

Priority #6

Mobile Home Communities

Priority #7

Gas Stations

Priority #8

Laundromats

Priority #9

Car Washes

Priority #10

Health Food Stores

Priority #11

Fitness Centers

Ideal Locations

We are specifically looking for locations that have:

• Strong daily foot traffic

• Repeat local customers

• Family-oriented customer base

• Residential density nearby

• Easy parking and access

• High visibility

• Existing demand for drinking water

You Are NOT Responsible For

• Closing sales

• Negotiating agreements

• Site visits

• Presentations

• Machine installation

• Account management

Our management team handles all meetings, negotiations, agreements, installation, and ongoing customer relationships.

Your responsibility is to generate qualified opportunities and schedule appointments.

Required Skills

• Excellent English communication skills

• Strong internet research abilities

• Lead generation experience preferred

• Appointment setting experience preferred

• Comfortable communicating with business owners

• Experience using Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, social media outreach, and email prospecting

• Familiarity with ChatGPT and AI-powered research tools

• Highly organized and results-driven

Success Metrics

Performance will be measured by:

• Number of qualified locations identified

• Number of business owners contacted

• Number of conversations initiated

• Number of appointments scheduled

• Number of signed location agreements generated

Application Questions

1. Describe your lead generation experience.

2. What AI tools have you used?

3. Explain how you would identify and contact 100 qualified water vending machine locations within 30 miles of zip code 91355.

4. What outreach methods have generated the highest response rates for you?

5. Describe a lead generation campaign you managed and the measurable results achieved.

6. Why should we hire you?

7. What is your availability per week?

8. Please provide examples of measurable lead generation results from previous projects.

We are looking for someone who can think independently, use AI effectively, generate qualified business owner conversations, and help us secure the highest-performing water vending machine locations in Southern California.

We are looking for an experienced freelancer to identify 150 business owners based on our target criteria and support outreach efforts. The role includes building a qualified lead list, organizing data in a spreadsheet, and assisting with personalized LinkedIn messaging. Experience in B2B lead generation, prospect research, and professional communication is required. All outreach must be conducted in a professional and compliant manner following platform guidelines.

LEAD GENERATION & LOCATION ACQUISITION SPECIALIST

Remote | Part-Time

Compensation

• $5.00 per hour

• $100 bonus for each signed location agreement

• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate

About Us

We operate revenue-sharing amusement machines that are placed in high-traffic businesses throughout Southern California.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Lead Generation & Location Acquisition Specialist to help us identify, contact, and qualify business owners interested in placing our machines at their locations.

Our immediate goal is to secure high-quality locations within a 30-mile radius of Valencia, California (91355).

This position is focused on generating qualified business owner opportunities, scheduling appointments, and helping secure signed location agreements.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify qualified businesses within a 30-mile radius of zip code 91355

• Build prospect lists using:

* Google Maps
* Business Directories
* Facebook
* Instagram
* LinkedIn
* AI-powered research tools
* Other online resources

• Locate owner, manager, or decision-maker contact information

• Contact prospects through:

* Email
* SMS/Text Messaging
* Facebook
* Instagram
* LinkedIn
* Other approved outreach methods

• Create and maintain listings on:

* Facebook Marketplace
* Craigslist
* Facebook Groups
* Other local classified platforms

• Use AI tools such as ChatGPT and other automation tools to improve lead generation, prospect research, and outreach effectiveness

• Follow up with prospects

• Answer basic questions regarding our program

• Schedule appointments with interested business owners

• Maintain accurate CRM and lead tracking records

Primary Location Selection Criteria

Businesses should be prioritized based on:

1. Distance from zip code 91355

2. Customer dwell time

3. Cash and coin usage

4. Foot traffic

5. Likelihood of successful machine placement

The objective is to secure the highest-quality locations while minimizing travel and service time.

Geographic Priority

Priority should be given to locations closest to Valencia, California (91355).

Zone A – Highest Priority

0-10 Miles

Examples:

• Valencia
• Stevenson Ranch
• Newhall
• Saugus
• Castaic
• Canyon Country

Zone B

10-20 Miles

Examples:

• Porter Ranch
• Granada Hills
• Northridge
• Chatsworth
• Sylmar
• San Fernando

Zone C

20-30 Miles

Examples:

• Woodland Hills
• Canoga Park
• Burbank
• Glendale
• Lancaster
• Palmdale

Locations beyond 30 miles should only be pursued if they represent exceptional opportunities.

Business Priority Ranking

Priority #1

Laundromats

Priority #2

Bowling Alleys

Priority #3

Family Entertainment Centers

Priority #4

Arcades

Priority #5

Roller Skating Rinks

Priority #6

Truck Stops

Priority #7

Full-Service Car Washes

Priority #8

Convenience Stores

Priority #9

Smoke Shops

Priority #10

Auto Repair Waiting Areas

Priority #11

Barber Shops

Priority #12

Restaurants with Waiting Areas

Important

We are specifically targeting locations where customers:

• Spend significant time waiting

• Frequently use cash and coins

• Visit regularly

• Are likely to engage with amusement and entertainment machines

You Are NOT Responsible For

• Closing sales

• Negotiating agreements

• Site visits

• Contract presentations

• Machine installations

• Account management

Our management team handles all meetings, negotiations, agreements, installations, and relationship management.

Your role is to identify opportunities, generate interest, qualify prospects, and schedule appointments.

Required Skills

• Excellent English communication skills

• Strong internet research abilities

• Lead generation experience preferred

• Appointment setting experience preferred

• Comfortable communicating with business owners

• Experience with Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, social media outreach, and prospecting

• Familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT

• Highly organized and results-driven

Success Metrics

Performance will be measured by:

• Number of qualified businesses identified

• Number of business owners contacted

• Number of conversations initiated

• Number of appointments scheduled

• Number of signed location agreements generated

Application Questions

1. Describe your lead generation and appointment-setting experience.

2. What AI tools have you used and how have you used them?

3. Explain exactly how you would identify and contact 100 laundromats within a 30-mile radius of zip code 91355.

4. What outreach methods have generated the highest response rates in your experience?

5. Describe a lead generation campaign you personally managed and the results achieved.

6. Why should we hire you instead of other applicants?

7. What is your availability per week?

8. What internet speed do you have?

9. Please provide examples of measurable results you achieved in previous lead generation, appointment setting, or business development roles.

We are looking for someone who can produce measurable results, think independently, use modern AI tools effectively, and consistently generate qualified business owner opportunities.

Looking for a HubSpot and Instantly AI specialist to help set up and manage an outbound sales system for a growing Australian creative agency.

Initial focus will be:

Domain and email deliverability setup
Instantly AI configuration
HubSpot CRM setup and optimisation
Email campaign creation and management
Prospect list building and outreach
LinkedIn outreach support

The ideal candidate will have experience with Instantly AI, HubSpot, Google Workspace, SPF/DKIM/DMARC configuration and outbound lead generation.

This will start as a setup project with the potential for ongoing part-timeVA work managing outreach, CRM administration and lead generation activities.

Please begin your application with the words "Dopamine Growth" so I know you have read the full job description.

• Have you personally set up Instantly AI from scratch, including domain configuration, SPF, DKIM and DMARC? Please provide details.
• Are you HubSpot certified? If yes, please provide links to any relevant certifications.
• Have you managed LinkedIn outreach and outbound email campaigns for service-based businesses? Please provide examples.
• What country are you based in and what hours are you available relative to Melbourne, Australia?

Freelance Lead Generation Executive (Project-Based)

We are seeking a detail-oriented freelancer to generate and compile 1,000 qualified leads of manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, and distributors from the wellness, nutrition, fitness, and sports industries for KTEX: Malaysia Culture & Wellness Day 2026 Exhibition.

Scope of Work:

1) Research and identify potential exhibitors locally and internationally.
2) Generate a minimum of 1,000 verified company leads within the assigned industries.
3) Update all findings accurately in the Google Drive Excel database template provided.
4) Ensure data completeness and accuracy before submission.

Required Information:

1) Company Name
2) Industry Category
3) Contact Person
4) Designation
5) Email Address
6) Contact Number
7) Company Website
8) Country/Location
9) Remarks/Notes

Requirements:

1) Experience in lead generation, market research, or database building.
2) Strong internet research and data entry skills.
3) Proficient in Google Sheets/Excel.
4) Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Project Duration: 5 days
Target: 1,000 qualified leads completed within the stipulated timeline.

If you have a proven track record in generating high-quality business leads and can deliver results efficiently, we would love to hear from you.

Lead Gen expert required for ongoing campaign and advertising.

My goal is to find multi-machine mining operations, and their manager.

Verify the contact info for the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Operations Manager, or Procurement Lead.

We currently have inbound leads coming through an agency partner, but I want to build and own our independent, sovereign outbound lead generation engine.
​I am looking for a technical Cold Email Infrastructure & Lead Generation Specialist to build our outbound system from scratch using Apollo.io, Instantly.ai, and Google Workspace secondary domains.
​Scope of Work
​Domain & Inbox Setup: Configure 3 newly purchased secondary domains and set up 6 total Google Workspace/M365 email inboxes.
​Technical Authentication: Flawlessly configure all DNS records, including SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and Custom Tracking Domains to ensure maximum deliverability.
​Instantly.ai Setup: Connect all 6 inboxes to Instantly, turn on the email warm-up features, and configure sending limits to keep the accounts healthy.
​Apollo.io List Building: Create an automated, recurring list-building filter in Apollo that targets Founders, CEOs, and HR Directors in the United States at companies (10–100 employees) that currently have active, open job postings.
​Campaign Launch: Upload our subscription pitch copy, set up a 3-step sequence, link our Calendly destination, and run a live test to ensure the system is working.
​Requirements
​Deep, proven expertise with Instantly.ai and Apollo.io.
​Advanced knowledge of email deliverability mechanics (you must know how to avoid the spam folder).
​Strong communication skills. You must be able to hand this engine over to me with a brief video walkthrough explaining how to keep it running.

Job Title: Commercial Cleaning Lead Generation & Appointment Setter

Location: Remote

Project Type: Freelance / Contract

About Us

We are a growing commercial cleaning company based in Berkshire, UK, providing high-quality office and commercial cleaning services to businesses across the region. We are looking for an experienced and results-driven lead generation specialist to help us secure appointments with decision-makers responsible for cleaning contracts.

Objective

Your goal is to generate and qualify commercial cleaning opportunities and book 15 appointments with genuine prospects who have an interest in outsourcing or reviewing their cleaning services.

Responsibilities
• Research and identify businesses with office or commercial premises in Berkshire and surrounding areas.
• Build a targeted list of potential clients.
• Contact prospects via phone, email, LinkedIn, and other appropriate channels.
• Speak directly with Office Managers, Facilities Managers, Site Managers, Operations Managers, and other relevant decision-makers.
• Introduce our commercial cleaning services and identify potential requirements.
• Qualify prospects based on their cleaning needs, budget, and decision-making authority.
• Schedule appointments for our sales team with qualified prospects.
• Maintain accurate records of all outreach activities and appointment bookings.

Ideal Candidate
• Proven experience in B2B lead generation and appointment setting.
• Strong telephone and communication skills.
• Experience selling services to businesses.
• Ability to research and identify decision-makers.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Self-motivated and target-driven.
• Experience in the commercial cleaning industry is an advantage but not essential.

Deliverables
• Minimum of 15 qualified appointments booked with relevant decision-makers.
• Detailed prospect list and outreach records.
• Regular progress updates throughout the project.

What We Need in Your Proposal

Please include:
1. A brief summary of your lead generation and appointment-setting experience.
2. Examples of similar B2B campaigns you have completed.
3. Your proposed strategy for generating appointments.
4. Your expected timeframe for delivering 15 qualified appointments.
5. Your pricing structure (fixed fee or per appointment).

Success Criteria

Appointments must be with genuine decision-makers from businesses that have commercial premises and a potential need for office or commercial cleaning services within the target area.

We are looking for a professional who can deliver results, not just leads. If you have a proven track record of booking qualified B2B appointments, we would like to hear from you.

I need a list of US based Pressure Washing Companies that do NOT have a website. Completed list should include business name, owners name, city they work in, verified business is active, verified email address for contact and verification they do not have a website.

I will use the list to sell my website creation services to them.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Generation Expert to assist with identifying and collecting high-quality B2B leads. The ideal candidate should be skilled in web research, LinkedIn research, and finding accurate contact information for decision-makers.

Responsibilities include gathering verified email addresses, phone numbers, LinkedIn profiles, and company details based on our target criteria. Experience with tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, ZoomInfo, or similar platforms is preferred.

The candidate must have strong attention to detail, deliver accurate data, and meet deadlines consistently. If you have proven experience in lead generation and prospect list building, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced LinkedIn Sales Navigator consultant for an initial consultation session.

Our goal is to better understand how Sales Navigator can be used to identify and approach decision-makers within the logistics industry.

At this stage, we are NOT looking for lead generation services or outreach execution.

Instead, we are looking for an expert who can walk us through:

- LinkedIn Sales Navigator capabilities
- Best practices for prospecting within logistics companies
- How to define and refine Ideal Customer Profiles (ICPs)
- How to identify relevant decision-makers
- Search filters and segmentation strategies
- Lead list building approaches
- Outreach preparation and messaging strategies
- Common mistakes and pitfalls
- Recommended workflow and tools

During the consultation, we would like to discuss:

- My business and target audience
- Potential logistics market segments
- How to structure prospecting efforts
- How Sales Navigator fits into the overall sales process
- Recommended next steps after the consultation

Potential follow-up work may include lead generation strategy, ICP creation, prospect list building, and outreach optimization after the initial consultation.

Appointment Setting Specialist (LinkedIn & Email Follow-Up)

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract / Part-Time to Full-Time (20–40+ hours per week)
Project Type: Ongoing
Experience Level: Intermediate to Expert

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Appointment Setting Specialist to manage follow-up conversations with prospects who respond to our outbound LinkedIn and email campaigns.

Our Business Development Representatives handle lead research and initial outreach. Your role begins when a prospect replies.

You will engage with interested prospects, answer questions, address objections, and guide qualified leads toward booking a discovery call with our team.

This is a critical sales support role focused on converting warm conversations into qualified meetings.

Key Responsibilities
Prospect Follow-Up
Monitor inbound responses from LinkedIn and email outreach campaigns.
Draft personalized replies based on proven messaging frameworks.
Build rapport and maintain professional conversations.
Ask qualifying questions when needed.
Address objections and common questions.

Appointment Setting
Encourage qualified prospects to schedule a discovery call.
Share calendar links and follow up with prospects who have not booked.
Keep conversations moving until they result in a booked meeting or clear disqualification.

CRM & Pipeline Management
Update lead statuses and notes in Monday.com.
Track next steps and conversation outcomes.
Ensure all records are accurate and organized.

Process Improvement
Identify common objections and messaging opportunities.
Provide feedback to improve scripts and conversion rates.
Help document successful messaging approaches.

Required Skills & Experience
Excellent written English and grammar.
Experience with appointment setting, lead qualification, or sales support.
Strong ability to communicate professionally and persuasively through written messages.
Experience with LinkedIn messaging and email.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple conversations simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in B2B lead generation or outbound sales.
Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, and Monday.com.
Experience supporting a marketing agency or service-based business.
Experience handling objections and qualifying leads.

Key Traits
Organized and process-oriented.
Responsive and reliable.
Strong written communicator.
Results-driven.
Comfortable following SOPs and templates while personalizing responses.
Success in This Role Looks Like
Fast response times to interested prospects.
High conversion rates from replies to booked meetings.
Accurate CRM updates.
Professional and persuasive communication.
Consistent contribution to pipeline growth.
Compensation

Hourly compensation based on experience, with the potential for long-term work and expanded responsibilities.

We are looking for an appointment setter. We will provide the prospect list as well as scripts. it is for an Insurance and wealth advisory company. We have an office in Florida another one in Minnesota. Can potentially become a long term position with bonus's

I'm looking for a detail-oriented researcher to build targeted prospect lists across three business categories as I validate market demand for consulting services focused on growth, operations, systems, marketing, content, and AI-powered business support.

Target Audience

Women-owned, founder-led businesses where the owner is still heavily involved in day-to-day operations.

Ideal Business Profile

Solo entrepreneurs or small teams
Founder-led organizations
Growing businesses
Established but still owner-operated
Founder likely wears multiple hats (marketing, operations, customer service, sales, etc.)

Please build separate prospect lists for the following categories:

BUCKET 1: Children's Businesses (40 Leads)

Examples:

Dance studios
Children's enrichment centers
Tutoring companies
Learning centers
Gymnastics studios
Music schools
Youth activity businesses

BUCKET 2: Beauty & Wellness Businesses (30 Leads)

Examples:

Med spas
Estheticians
Lash studios
Wellness clinics
Skincare businesses
Beauty service providers

BUCKET 3: Founder-Led Service Businesses (30 Leads)

Examples:

Marketing agencies
Virtual assistant agencies
Bookkeeping firms
Consultants
Coaches
Creative agencies
Professional service businesses

Deliverables

Please provide a Google Sheet with separate tabs for each business category.

For each business, include:

Business Name
Owner/Founder Name
Email Address (if publicly available)
Website
Business Instagram Handle
Business Instagram Follower Count
Owner Instagram Handle (if available)
City/State
Business Category
Notes

Goal

The purpose of this project is to identify which customer segment is the strongest fit for consulting services that help founders create more clarity, stronger systems, operational support, and sustainable growth.

Please include examples of similar lead generation or research projects you've completed.

Hi , looking for HR assistant to help hire and manage new Pharmaceutical Sales Representative applicants for our Healthcare Company https://selfhealth.health/
https://www.indeed.com/job/pharmaceutical-sales-representative-high-commissions-b2b-sales-peptides-stemcells-diagnostics-1fb249110945f102


Looking to start at 5 to 10 hours a week to start off. Any hours work.
SelfHealth - HealthCare On Demand Diagnostics

$150 us dollars per week to help with indie self publishing author to help grow email list and help with acquiring QRC Team to get book reviews
This is with Amazons KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing)
may have to learn some book websites to set up promotions for books and send out newsletters
sites include
bookclicker.com
bookfunnel,com
booksprout.com
facebook.com

I am hiring a Research Interviewer to find, schedule, and conduct 120 structured 20-minute interviews with business executives and managers in Texas. This is remote work you pace on your own schedule over 60 days.

COMPENSATION

$5.00 per completed interview
120 interviews total
$600.00 fixed price
Payments released in milestone batches via Upwork

First milestone hard deadline: June 18, 2026. Your first 2 interviews must be completed and submitted by that date. All 120 must be completed by August 9, 2026. No other deadlines. You set your own pace in between.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

This is a real research study called The AI Proof Gap. We are interviewing senior business leaders across Texas to understand one question: can companies actually prove that AI is helping their financial results? Most companies use AI. Very few can show the proof. We are mapping that gap.

You will introduce yourself to participants as: “I am a contract interviewer working on a research study called The AI Proof Gap, conducted in partnership with the Strategic AI Program at Our Lady of the Lake University.”

This is accurate. The university partnership name is what earns you the meeting.

WHAT THIS JOB IS AND WHAT IT IS NOT

What this job is:

This is a real, paid research project. You are conducting structured interviews on behalf of a legitimate academic research study. The work is straightforward. You reach out to business professionals, schedule short calls, ask the same 6 core questions every time, record the conversation, and send the transcript. Every step is documented in a guide we provide. You work on your own schedule. You get paid per completed interview. That is the entire job.

To make this easier, a list of 300 pre-researched Texas businesses is provided at kickoff. Each entry includes the company name, city, executive or manager name, title, email, and social media handle. You do not need to build your own prospect list from scratch. Your primary outreach channel is LinkedIn, and the list gives you a direct starting point for every connection request you send.

This is a good fit if you have done any of the following: virtual assistant work, sales outreach, recruiting, customer service, telemarketing, survey work, or any role where you regularly contacted professionals by phone or message and scheduled calls.

What this job is not:

This is not a sales job. You are not selling anything to participants. You are not asking them for money, subscriptions, referrals to a product, or any kind of commitment. You are simply asking for 20 minutes of their time for a research conversation.

This is not a data entry job. You are conducting live conversations with real people. You need to be comfortable speaking professionally in English.

This is not a high-pressure job. If someone does not want to participate, you thank them and move on. There are no quotas beyond the total 120 interviews over 60 days.

This is not a job that requires you to build your own lead list. The 300-entry list is provided. Your job is outreach, scheduling, and conducting the interviews.

This is not a job for someone outside the agreed workflow. Every interview must follow the exact process in the guide. The core questions do not change. The recording requirement does not change. The participant criteria do not change. If you are looking for flexibility on the process itself, this is not the right role.

This is not a job that requires a university degree, research credentials, or prior interview experience. It requires reliability, professional communication, and the ability to follow a clear process consistently.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

For each completed interview you must do all of the following:

• Find qualified participants using the 300-entry lead list provided and LinkedIn outreach
• Send connection requests and invite them to a 20-minute research interview
• Schedule the interview and send a calendar link
• Conduct the 20-minute interview on Zoom (video or phone via Zoom app)
• Ask the same 6 core questions in order every time (provided at kickoff)
• Record the interview with the participant’s verbal permission
• Upload the recording to YouTube, generate a timestamped transcript using NoteGPT.io, and submit the transcript directly to me via Upwork message
• Archive the recording as Private on YouTube

A complete step-by-step guide covering every part of this process is provided at kickoff. You do not need to know these tools already.

PARTICIPANT CRITERIA (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

Every participant must meet all three of these requirements:

• Job title: Manager or higher (Director, VP, C-level, Owner, President, CEO, etc.)
• Company size: 50 or more employees
• Location: State of Texas, USA only

If a participant meets only two of the three, that interview does not count and will not be paid. Screen participants before scheduling.

RECORDING REQUIREMENT

Every interview must be recorded with verbal participant consent. The recording and the transcript together are the deliverable. An interview submitted without both does not qualify for payment.

TOOLS REQUIRED (ALL FREE)

• Zoom free plan: Records directly to your computer. No paid account needed.
• YouTube free channel: Used to store and process each recording.
• NoteGPT.io: Free, no account needed. Generates a timestamped transcript from your YouTube link. Backup option: Otter.ai free tier.

TIME ESTIMATE

After your first 10 to 15 interviews, each completed interview takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes of total work. This includes outreach, scheduling, the 20-minute call, recording, transcription, and submission. A 300-entry lead list of qualified Texas executives and managers is provided at kickoff to reduce your sourcing time significantly.

ONE ADDITIONAL TASK

During the project, keep a simple running log. If a participant gives an especially insightful answer, make a note. At the end of the project, submit a top-10 list with each entry including: first name and last initial, company name, and one sentence on why they stood out. Submit this list with your final transcript batch. No forms, no additional outreach required.

WHO IS A GOOD FIT

• Comfortable having professional conversations with senior business leaders and managers
• Organized and able to manage a large outreach and scheduling pipeline
• Reliable internet connection, working microphone, and camera
• Comfortable using Zoom, YouTube, and basic web tools
• Writes clearly and professionally in English for LinkedIn outreach
• Available to work at your own pace over the full 60-day period

HOW TO APPLY

In your application please include:

• Any experience conducting interviews or doing professional outreach (research, sales, recruiting, or similar work)
• Your general availability over the next 60 days
• Confirmation that you can work with participants located in Texas, USA

You do not need prior research experience. You do need to be reliable, organized, and comfortable talking with business professionals.

Lead Generation Specialist
Company: Rapid House Deals
Location: Remote (Worldwide)
Schedule: Part-Time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST
Compensation: $3.00–$4.00 per hour

About Rapid House Deals

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact through your work? Join us! Rapid House Deals is a Texas-based real estate investment company that specializes in buying homes for cash, as-is, and in any condition, while offering flexible closing timelines designed around each seller’s unique situation. Our mission is to provide fast, transparent solutions for homeowners across Texas.

By working directly with homeowners, we eliminate the friction of traditional home sales. That means no agent fees, no repairs, no inspections, no long market timelines, and no uncertainty. Our process is built to be clear, fast, efficient, and stress-free, giving sellers a better experience during what is often a difficult transition.

Rapid House Deals is also an ecosystem for investors that ensures consistent deal flow. We source and structure the best off-market opportunities by working directly with motivated sellers and ensure transparency and speed to create win-win outcomes to support our buyers’ long-term investment strategies.

At Rapid House Deals, people come first. Always. We believe real estate transactions should be built on honesty, professionalism, and respect, not pressure. If you’re looking to be a part of a fast growing, people-first organization, where team members are empowered to grow and succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Culture & Mission

Rapid House Deals is built on the belief that great businesses are built by great people. We are a people-first organization that values integrity, accountability, autonomy, and growth. We move fast, but we do not cut corners. We care deeply about building systems, processes, and supporting our team’s professional development, to build a company with sustainable growth. We are in a rapid growth phase, which means there are real opportunities for:

Career advancement
Leadership development
Increased responsibility
Long-term growth inside the company

Position Overview

As a Lead Generation Specialist, you will be responsible for monitoring inbound responses from our SMS marketing campaigns, engaging with potential sellers, pre-qualifying leads, and ensuring qualified opportunities are accurately entered into our CRM for follow-up by our acquisitions team.

This is not a sales role. Your primary responsibility is to identify and qualify motivated sellers while maintaining accurate records and ensuring rapid response times.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Management & Qualification
Monitor incoming text message responses through Smarter Contact throughout your shift.
Engage with homeowners who respond to our marketing campaigns.
Ask pre-qualification questions to determine seller motivation and lead quality.
Identify qualified leads based on company criteria.
Escalate qualified leads to the appropriate team member for follow-up.
CRM Management
Accurately enter and update lead information in SmarterContact
Push leads to our CRM (GoHighLevel)
Maintain detailed and organized notes on every conversation.
Ensure all lead records remain clean, accurate, and up to date.
Track lead status and update records accordingly.
Speed-to-Lead Excellence
Respond to incoming messages as quickly as possible.
Maintain consistent monitoring of campaigns throughout working hours.
Ensure no qualified lead goes unnoticed, unanswered, or unaddressed.
Communication & Reporting
Provide regular updates on lead activity and campaign performance.
Report directly to leadership and collaborate closely with the Lead Generation Team.
Communicate potential issues, trends, or opportunities identified during seller conversations.

Required Qualifications

Previous experience in real estate lead generation is REQUIRED. Experience in wholesaling, acquisitions support is a plus.
Experience communicating with motivated sellers is strongly preferred.
Strong written English communication skills.
Ability to carry on professional text-based conversations.
Experience using CRM systems.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Reliable internet connection and computer.
Experience working in a remote environment.
Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Smarter Contact.
Experience with Go High Level (GHL).
Knowledge of wholesaling, off-market real estate, and motivated seller lead generation.

The ideal candidate:

Responds quickly and consistently to inbound leads.
Maintains excellent CRM hygiene.
Identifies high-quality seller opportunities.
Demonstrates strong judgment when qualifying leads.
Takes ownership of their work and requires minimal oversight.
Understands that quality lead generation is the foundation of our business growth.

Why Join Rapid House Deals?

Fully remote position.
Opportunity to work directly with a growing real estate investment company.
Long-term growth potential for top performers.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Direct impact on company success and revenue growth.
Our Commitment

Rapid House Deals is committed to building a performance-driven culture that supports our mission and growth. We believe diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make our team stronger and help us serve homeowners and investors better. Inclusion is a shared responsibility, and every team member plays a role in creating a respectful, supportive, and welcoming workplace.

Rapid House Deals is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran, genetic information, marital status or any other legally protected status.We enthusiastically work to make our application and interview processes accessible for candidates with disabilities.


**We welcome qualified candidates based in the U.S. or internationally, provided they can reliably work U.S. business hours and communicate fluently in English. Please note: Rapid House Deals does not provide U.S. visa sponsorship. International team members must be authorized to work in their country of residence.**

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lead Generation Virtual Assistant to help build targeted prospect lists and support outbound sales efforts for a company serving the auto transport industry.

This is an ongoing role with long-term potential for the right candidate.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Research auto transport brokers and relocation companies
* Identify key decision makers within target organizations
* Find and verify business email addresses
* Gather LinkedIn profile information
* Update and maintain prospect databases
* Organize and track outreach activities
* Follow documented research and qualification processes

Tools We Use:

* LinkedIn Sales Navigator
* Apollo.io
* Google Sheets

Required Experience:

* B2B lead generation
* LinkedIn Sales Navigator
* Contact research
* List building
* Email verification
* Strong written English
* Excellent attention to detail

Preferred Experience:

* Transportation industry
* Logistics industry
* Automotive industry
* Fleet management industry

Initial Project Goals:

Phase 1:

* Research 100 auto transport brokers
* Research 25 relocation companies
* Identify key decision makers
* Populate our prospect database with complete and accurate information

To Apply, Please Answer:

1. How many years of lead generation experience do you have?
2. Have you used LinkedIn Sales Navigator? Please explain your experience.
3. Have you used Apollo.io or similar tools? Which ones?
4. How do you verify email addresses?
5. Please provide an example of a lead generation or prospect research project you have completed.

IMPORTANT:
Please begin your proposal with the words "ATC Prospecting" so we know you have read the entire job posting.

Candidates who do not follow this instruction may not be considered.

We are seeking a skilled researcher to build a prospect list and conduct deep web research. The ideal candidate will have experience in data mining and lead generation, with the ability to find and organize data from various sources. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently. If you have a strong background in research and data analysis, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced lead sourcing specialist to support our sales efforts on a recurring weekly basis.

The role will involve sourcing leads from three different sources each week and organizing them into a templated format that will be provided. The completed lead list will need to be delivered once per week, with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and clean data entry.

This will be regular ongoing work and may include additional sourcing opportunities over time.

Responsibilities:

Source leads weekly from three designated sources

Research and identify accurate contact information for each lead

Organize all leads into a provided template

Maintain clean, accurate, and consistent data entry

Deliver completed lead lists once per week

Communicate clearly on progress, questions, and blockers

Requirements:

Extensive experience sourcing leads for sales teams or outbound sales efforts

Strong data entry skills and attention to detail

Experience using tools and platforms to find or verify contact information, such as LinkedIn, TruePeopleSearch, or similar lead/contact research tools

Ability to work during Pacific Daylight Time business hours, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM GMT-7

Strong communication skills and reliability

Ability to follow a repeatable process and meet weekly deadlines

Ideal Candidate:

You are detail-oriented, responsive, and experienced in building lead lists for sales outreach. You know how to research contacts efficiently, verify information, and deliver clean, usable data on a consistent schedule.

Please include examples of similar lead sourcing work you have done, the tools you typically use, and your availability during Pacific Daylight Time business hours.

Clay.com Growth & Prospecting Expert Needed

Krunchbox is a Retail AI platform helping brands predict demand, identify inventory risks, and uncover sales opportunities across retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's, Target, Kroger, Whole Foods, Best Buy, and more.

We're looking for an experienced Clay.com expert to help us build and scale our outbound engine. You'll be responsible for developing ICP audiences, enriching data, creating HubSpot-ready segments, and building signal-based prospecting workflows around retailer expansion, new product launches, hiring activity, inventory challenges, and other high-intent buying signals.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with Clay, HubSpot, B2B prospecting, data enrichment, and automated outbound systems. Retail, CPG, home improvement, or consumer brand experience is a major plus.

We're looking for a strategic partner who can help us identify the right accounts at the right time—not just build lists.

We are seeking a skilled freelancer to manage cold email outreach for our SaaS company. Conduct outbound lead generation through email, LinkedIn, and other channels. The role involves crafting and sending personalized emails to potential clients, tracking responses, and updating our CRM. The ideal candidate will have experience in B2B marketing and lead generation, with a strong understanding of email communication.

Please include examples of SaaS products or startups you have helped launch, validate, or grow, along with measurable outcomes where possible.

• Describe your recent experience with similar projects
• Please list any certifications related to this project
• How do you use metrics to inform your strategy?

Courageous Leadership is a lean manufacturing and executive leadership consultancy based in Greenville, SC. We work inside privately held manufacturing businesses — alongside their teams, not above them — to build the People, Process, and Product systems that drive lasting operational and leadership performance. Our clients are owners and senior leaders who are tired of consultants who diagnose and disappear.

We need a focused, disciplined outbound specialist to build our pipeline of qualified discovery calls with manufacturing executives in our target market.

**The Role**

You will own the full top-of-funnel: researching and building a prospect list, identifying the right decision-makers, and executing outreach until you get them on a calendar. We do have a prospect list, but this is not primarily a "work from a spreadsheet we hand you" role — you will build and continuously expand the list yourself, then execute outreach until you produce results.

**Target prospect profile:**
Owner, CEO, COO, or Plant Manager at a privately held (preferred, but not required) manufacturer. 50–200 employees. $10M–$100M revenue. Located in South Carolina, North Carolina, or Georgia — ideally within a 3-hour drive of Greenville, SC.

**What a qualified meeting looks like:**
A confirmed introductory discovery call with an owner or executive/operations leader — not a gatekeeper, not an HR contact, not a "sure, send me something." Confirmed on the calendar with a clear agenda.

**Target output:** 4–6 qualified discovery calls per month once ramped (first 30 days is ramp).

**Channels:**
Cold calling is the primary outreach channel for this role. Email is the supporting follow-up channel. You will develop the sequencing methodology between calls and email — we want your expertise on what converts, not a rigid script.

**Language & Phone Presence:**
Native or near-native English fluency is required. You will be cold calling traditional American manufacturing business owners — your phone presence must be immediately credible to that audience. The mandatory voice introduction in your application is how we assess this.

**Technical Domain & Deliverability:**
Cold email sequences will not be sent from our primary domain. You must have working knowledge of B2B cold email infrastructure — sourcing secondary lookalike domains, configuring custom tracking domains, and correctly setting up SPF, DKIM, and DMARC authentication records to ensure inbox placement. You will be provided a `@courageousleadership.com` email address for all direct correspondence with prospects following initial contact.

**Tools:**
Experience with Apollo.io or a comparable outbound platform (e.g., Instantly, Lemlist, Hunter.io) is required. You will use it for prospecting, list building, sequencing, data cleaning, and tracking — not to blast generic templates. If you don't already have an Apollo subscription, CLI will provide one.

**What we're looking for:**
- Prior B2B outbound experience in manufacturing, industrial, or operational consulting sectors is required — candidates without this background will not be considered
- Ability to write highly personalized, deeply human outreach — no lazy, copy-pasted sequences
- Proven cold calling experience with C-level or owner-level contacts
- High self-direction — you will not be micromanaged, but your success will be measured strictly by meetings held
- Clean Upwork history with transparent reviews from comparable outbound engagements

**Compensation:**
- Base rate: $22–$30/hr DOE
- Performance bonus: $100–$125 per qualified discovery meeting that successfully takes place on our calendar

**To Apply:**
1. Start your proposal with the word **GREENVILLE** in all caps — this confirms you read the full post
2. Include one real outreach example you've written (email or LinkedIn message) that you are proud of
3. Record and link a 60-second Loom or voice introduction — this is mandatory, not optional

• Describe a specific outbound campaign you ran targeting manufacturing or industrial companies — the target profile, channels used, and results produced.
• Walk me through how you handle a cold call where you hit a gatekeeper — receptionist or admin — trying to reach a plant owner or CEO.
• Which outbound tools have you used, and how would you build a list of 50 privately held manufacturers in upstate South Carolina from scratch?

Here’s a more organized and professional version without bullet points:

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced B2B Lead Researcher to build a high-quality, verified database of established education institutes in Dubai. This role requires strong research skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to identify and qualify leads based on specific criteria. The selected candidate will manage the entire research process from prospect identification to the delivery of a clean, structured dataset ready for outreach.

TARGET LEAD CRITERIA

The database should include education institutes located in Dubai, including schools, universities, training centers, academies, tutoring centers, vocational institutes, and similar organizations. Each institute must have a minimum of 20 employees, with employee counts verified rather than estimated. Preference will be given to institutes that have been operating for at least three years. All organizations must have an active presence through a website, LinkedIn profile, or registered trade license. The database should also include a key decision-maker such as a CEO, Principal, Head of Operations, HR Director, or an equivalent leadership role.

DELIVERABLES

The final deliverable should be provided in Google Sheets or Excel format and include the following fields: company name, institute type, employee count, year established, website URL, LinkedIn URL, key decision-maker name, job title, verified email address, and phone number. The contact information provided must maintain a minimum accuracy rate of 90%. A brief research methodology note should also be included, outlining the sources used and the verification process followed.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should have proven experience in B2B lead generation, lead research, or data sourcing, and be able to provide sample work or a portfolio demonstrating previous results. Familiarity with the Dubai or UAE business landscape is highly desirable. Proficiency with research and prospecting tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo.io, Hunter.io, ZoomInfo, or similar platforms is required. Strong attention to detail is essential to ensure that all entries are accurate, up to date, verified, and free of duplicates. The ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results within agreed timelines.

Title:
B2B Outbound Lead Generation + SDR for Entertainment/Casting Marketplace

Description:
We are Project Casting, a platform that helps casting directors, production companies, brands, agencies, and content creators connect with talent.

We are looking for an experienced outbound lead generation specialist or SDR to help us build a qualified sales pipeline and book meetings with potential business customers.

The ideal person should be able to research target companies, find decision-makers, verify contact information, write/send outreach, follow up, and help book qualified calls.

Target customers include:
Casting directors, production companies, talent agencies, advertising agencies, influencer/UGC agencies, brands hiring creators, film schools, entertainment companies, and companies that need actors, models, influencers, or content creators.

Responsibilities:
Build targeted lead lists based on our ideal customer profile
Find verified decision-maker emails and LinkedIn profiles
Organize leads in Google Sheets, HubSpot, or our CRM
Write or improve outbound email/LinkedIn messages
Send outreach and follow-ups
Track replies, interested leads, and booked meetings
Provide a simple weekly report with leads found, messages sent, replies, and meetings booked

Requirements:
Experience with B2B outbound sales or lead generation
Experience using tools like Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Clay, Instantly, Smartlead, HubSpot, or similar tools
Strong English writing skills
Ability to research companies and identify decision-makers
Comfortable working with a startup-style team
Bonus if you have experience with entertainment, media, casting, SaaS, marketplaces, recruiting, or creator economy companies

Important:
We want quality over quantity. Please do not apply if your approach is only scraping thousands of random contacts. We need targeted, verified, relevant leads.

All outreach must follow email compliance best practices, including accurate sender information, honest subject lines, opt-out handling, and proper commercial email rules. The FTC’s CAN-SPAM guide says commercial email must follow rules around truthful headers, non-deceptive subject lines, opt-outs, and honoring unsubscribe requests.

Trial project:
For the first 2 weeks, we would like you to:

Build a list of 100–200 qualified prospects
Create or improve an outreach sequence
Send or prepare outreach
Track responses
Book qualified calls when possible
Report results weekly

When applying, please answer:

What outbound sales or lead generation campaigns have you run before?
What tools do you use to find and verify leads?
How would you find leads for Project Casting?
What industries have you sold into before?
Can you share an example of a cold email or outbound message you have written?
Are you more experienced in list building, cold email, LinkedIn outreach, cold calling, or appointment setting?

Research Interviewer — 120 Texas Executive/Manager Interviews (Remote, Flexible)

I am hiring a Research Interviewer to find, schedule, and conduct 120 structured 20-minute interviews with business executives and managers in Texas. This is remote work you pace on your own schedule over 60 days.

COMPENSATION

$5.00 per completed interview
120 interviews total
$600.00 fixed price
Payments released in milestone batches via Upwork

First milestone hard deadline: June 18, 2026. Your first 2 interviews must be completed and submitted by that date. All 120 must be completed by August 9, 2026. No other deadlines. You set your own pace in between.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

This is a real research study called The AI Proof Gap. We are interviewing senior business leaders across Texas to understand one question: can companies actually prove that AI is helping their financial results? Most companies use AI. Very few can show the proof. We are mapping that gap.

You will introduce yourself to participants as: “I am a contract interviewer working on a research study called The AI Proof Gap, conducted in partnership with the Strategic AI Program at Our Lady of the Lake University.”

This is accurate. The university partnership name is what earns you the meeting.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

For each completed interview you must do all of the following:

• Find qualified participants on LinkedIn using outreach scripts we provide
• Send connection requests and invite them to a 20-minute research interview
• Schedule the interview and send a calendar link
• Conduct the 20-minute interview on Zoom (video or phone via Zoom app)
• Ask the same 6 questions in order every time (provided at kickoff)
• Record the interview with the participant’s verbal permission
• Upload the recording to YouTube, generate a timestamped transcript using NoteGPT.io, and submit the transcript directly to me via Upwork message
• Archive the recording as Private on YouTube

A complete step-by-step guide covering every part of this process is provided at kickoff. You do not need to know these tools already.

PARTICIPANT CRITERIA (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

Every participant must meet all three of these requirements:

• Job title: Manager or higher (Director, VP, C-level, Owner, President, CEO, etc.)
• Company size: 50 or more employees
• Location: State of Texas, USA only

If a participant meets only two of the three, that interview does not count and will not be paid. Screen participants before scheduling.

RECORDING REQUIREMENT

Every interview must be recorded with verbal participant consent. The recording and the transcript together are the deliverable. An interview submitted without both does not qualify for payment.

TOOLS REQUIRED (ALL FREE)

• Zoom free plan: Records directly to your computer. No paid account needed.
• YouTube free channel: Used to store and process each recording.
• NoteGPT.io: Free, no account needed. Generates a timestamped transcript from your YouTube link. Backup option: Otter.ai free tier.

TIME ESTIMATE

After your first 10 to 15 interviews, each completed interview takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes of total work. This includes outreach, scheduling, the 20-minute call, recording, transcription, and submission. A 300-entry lead list of qualified Texas executives and managers is provided at kickoff to reduce your sourcing time significantly.

ONE ADDITIONAL TASK

During the project, keep a simple running log. If a participant gives an especially insightful answer, make a note. At the end of the project, submit a top-10 list with each entry including: first name and last initial, company name, and one sentence on why they stood out. Submit this list with your final transcript batch. No forms, no additional outreach required.

WHO IS A GOOD FIT

• Comfortable having professional conversations with senior business leaders and managers
• Organized and able to manage a large outreach and scheduling pipeline
• Reliable internet connection, working microphone, and camera
• Comfortable using Zoom, YouTube, and basic web tools
• Writes clearly and professionally in English for LinkedIn outreach
• Available to work at your own pace over the full 60-day period

HOW TO APPLY

In your application please include:

• Any experience conducting interviews or doing professional outreach (research, sales, recruiting, or similar work)
• Your general availability over the next 60 days
• Confirmation that you can work with participants located in Texas, USA

You do not need prior research experience. You do need to be reliable, organized, and comfortable talking with business professionals.

WHAT THIS JOB IS AND WHAT IT IS NOT

What this job is:

This is a real, paid research project. You are conducting structured interviews on behalf of a legitimate academic research study. The work is straightforward. You reach out to business professionals, schedule short calls, ask the same 6 core questions every time, record the conversation, and send the transcript. Every step is documented in a guide we provide. You work on your own schedule. You get paid per completed interview. That is the entire job.

To make this easier, a list of 300 pre-researched Texas businesses is provided at kickoff. Each entry includes the company name, city, executive or manager name, title, email, and social media handle. You do not need to build your own prospect list from scratch. Your primary outreach channel is LinkedIn, and the list gives you a direct starting point for every connection request you send.

This is a good fit if you have done any of the following: virtual assistant work, sales outreach, recruiting, customer service, telemarketing, survey work, or any role where you regularly contacted professionals by phone or message and scheduled calls.

What this job is not:

This is not a sales job. You are not selling anything to participants. You are not asking them for money, subscriptions, referrals to a product, or any kind of commitment. You are simply asking for 20 minutes of their time for a research conversation.

This is not a data entry job. You are conducting live conversations with real people. You need to be comfortable speaking professionally in English.

This is not a high-pressure job. If someone does not want to participate, you thank them and move on. There are no quotas beyond the total 120 interviews over 60 days.

This is not a job that requires you to build your own lead list. The 300-entry list is provided. Your job is outreach, scheduling, and conducting the interviews.

This is not a job for someone outside the agreed workflow. Every interview must follow the exact process in the guide. The core questions do not change. The recording requirement does not change. The participant criteria do not change. If you are looking for flexibility on the process itself, this is not the right role.

This is not a job that requires a university degree, research credentials, or prior interview experience. It requires reliability, professional communication, and the ability to follow a clear process consistently.