Your first week: from sign-up to first paid task
A day-by-day plan for the first seven days, so you know what to do next and what 'normal' looks like while you wait.
Beginner7 min readUpdated
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They cover what your first week looks like, the standards that protect your account, and how to stay safe from scams.
The Corridoor quality handbook
The working standards we ask every member to follow. They protect your account, your pay and the reputation of everyone who works through Corridoor.
For everyone9 min readUpdatedHow to spot and avoid scams
Fake recruiters, fee requests, account renting and 'task' scams on Telegram and WhatsApp — how they work and how to stay safe.
For everyone6 min readUpdated
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Getting started on Outlier
How to get through Outlier's onboarding and first project quiz, and how to stay on projects once you are in.
Beginner8 min readUpdatedGetting started on DataAnnotation
How to prepare for the starter assessment, what happens after you submit, and how to find higher-paid qualifications.
Beginner7 min readUpdatedGetting started on Mercor
How to set up a strong profile, prepare for the AI interview, and pass domain assessments for expert roles.
Advanced8 min readUpdatedGetting started on Alignerr
How to prepare for Alignerr's AI screening interview and subject test, and what to expect on your first projects.
For everyone7 min readUpdatedGetting started on TELUS Digital AI Community
How to apply, prepare for the long open-book exam, and set up for steady monthly work.
Beginner8 min readUpdatedGetting started on Prolific
How to join Prolific as a research participant, get studies, and keep a good standing with researchers.
Beginner6 min readUpdatedBuilding an expert profile that gets approved
How professionals — engineers, clinicians, lawyers, scientists — position themselves for $50+/hr expert AI work.
Advanced7 min readUpdatedPreparing for AI-led interviews
How AI video interviews on platforms like Mercor, micro1 and Alignerr typically work, and how to prepare so your real ability comes through.
For everyone7 min readUpdatedGetting paid, fees and keeping records
Payout methods, transfer fees, independent-contractor status and the records to keep. General information, not tax advice.
For everyone6 min readUpdatedStaying in work when projects go quiet
Empty queues are part of this work. How to use several platforms, the live feed and scouting to keep steady hours.
For everyone6 min readUpdated
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