Former freelancer Oona Rokyta, the CEO and Co-Founder of Lance Bank, has created an automatic bank … [+] The traditional workforce is changing. Today there are over 60 million freelancers in the US. COVID-19 further accelerated this shift as many full-time employees were laid-off or actively started looking for side hustles to support themselves. Anyone […]
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Saving for retirement can often be an anxiety-inducing topic. With 14% of Singapore’s labor force reported to be self-employed in 2020 (World Bank), the question about how to save for retirement as a freelancer could not be more relevant than it is now. While the most obvious answer to the above question is to put […]
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For those who may not be familiar with FlogApp, it is an application and web portal designed specifically to contribute for both sides of the freelance market only in the UAE. Freelancing has taken on a new appeal, not only saving on administrative/organizational costs (like desk and office space), this freelance model with all it […]
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Freelancing or the gig economy is an ever-growing field. The realities of today coupled with the advancement of technology mean the freelancing ecosystem is evolving at a fast rate. And to make sure you’re still getting the best out of it, individuals, companies, and businesses must evolve with it. In other words, the mindset in […]
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According to The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE), there were 2.2 million freelancers in the UK in 2020. If you’re thinking about joining their ranks, be sure to read this comprehensive guide on how to become a freelancer. Get your free guide to becoming a freelancer Download your free in-depth guide on […]
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How gawdo helps you and solves the issues Working with freelancers and remote professionals has various benefits and positive features. In other words, freelancing, somehow, has influenced the working landscape and broadened the concept of hiring employees. With the rise of the freelancing industry, getting your work done has now become much easier than ever. […]
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Freelancers will certainly have a decisive role to play in the labor market as businesses wade back toward post-pandemic normalcy. 2019 survey data from the hiring platform giant Upwork found respondents identifying talent scarcity and access to in-demand skills as core challenges for hiring. Subsequent findings from that survey in 2020, however, marked an important […]
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When I started my communications consulting career, my goal was to get six-month, on-site contracts from big corporations that paid large hourly fees. I would extend the contract for another six months when it ended or move on. I was more interested in getting steady contract work […]
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Whether you are a freelance coder, writer, or even graphic designer, you only need to have a decent laptop, a steady internet connection, an ergonomic workstation, and probably a fresh brew of coffee. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a vital requirement for any avid freelancer, asides from the aforementioned essential freelancing requirements. Besides providing […]
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SCORE certified mentor Question: Are freelancers really entrepreneurs or just gig workers? Answer : All gig workers are entrepreneurs. They have ventured out from the security of the workplace, opting not to work for a business that provides a regular paycheck and some form of benefits. The mind of an entrepreneur is different from one […]
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