Thoughts on LinkedIn's "Profinder" bidding site?
I know this is probably the wrong site to ask a question like this but... 
How do you think LinkedIn's launch of "Profinder" -- it's "bidding" "work for hire" section -- will affect freelance copywriting?
https://www.linkedin.com/profinder
It works along the same lines as Elancer, Odesk, etc.
I wonder if a big name like LinkedIn entering the market might further "commoditize" writing and copywriting ... and reduce rates based on inexorable market forces...
Will clients in need of a writer turn to LinkedIn Profinder first? And even if they choose a writer there based on connections and reputation, will the low job bids apparent there affect the rates they're willing to pay?
What do you think LinkedIn's impact will be on the industry (if any)?
Freelancers -- will you use it?
How do you think LinkedIn's launch of "Profinder" -- it's "bidding" "work for hire" section -- will affect freelance copywriting?
https://www.linkedin.com/profinder
It works along the same lines as Elancer, Odesk, etc.
I wonder if a big name like LinkedIn entering the market might further "commoditize" writing and copywriting ... and reduce rates based on inexorable market forces...
Will clients in need of a writer turn to LinkedIn Profinder first? And even if they choose a writer there based on connections and reputation, will the low job bids apparent there affect the rates they're willing to pay?
What do you think LinkedIn's impact will be on the industry (if any)?
Freelancers -- will you use it?