The Gig Income: Can You Freelance For Life?

Mika

VIP Contributor
Gig working and freelancing has been enabled by the advancement in technology and the possibility of remote working. This is the era of the gig economy, here are some Statistics about Gig Economy that you might find interesting.

About 57.3 million Americans are working for gigs. By 2027, about 50 percent of Americans will be gig workers.

The Size of gig workers has doubled in the UK in the last 3 years.

In 2023, the world gig economy is expected to be $455 billion.

However, the main question is can you freelance for life. Can you make freelancing your career?

Gig workers are uber drivers, delivery guys, wedding planners, realtors, independent contractors, freelance writers, freelance journalists, data scientists, white hackers, etc. In order to become a gig worker, all you need is a smartphone and high-speed internet connection (also a computer and other software in some cases).

Can you actually earn full time through these methods, will you find financial security with gig income?
 
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