Freelancing is an independent, self-employed way of working or providing services to clients in exchange for payment. In the last eight years alone, India has added more than a whopping 4 million gig workers. This is likely to increase further in the coming years.
The reason is simple. The recent advancements in technology, the desire for flexible working, the rise of the remote work culture, and the need for cost-effective solutions for businesses have changed the mindset of employees and employers.
As per a report by StrideOne, 90% out of the 500 companies reported that more than 70% of their employees were gig-based workers. This is probably due to the following benefits of freelancing:
Work on your own schedule, from anywhere.
No formal education or specific qualifications needed
Opportunity to improve your income
Great opportunity for freshers wanting to gain experience
No limit to earning as you earn per gig
Complete autonomy over your work