4 Reasons for Freelancing

“Freelancing offers workers experience and flexibility, so it’s no wonder more people are creating their own career paths,” said Lynn Dixon, co-founder and COO of flexible employment network Hourly.com. “As a freelancer, you’re the captain of your own career, which is a very attractive prospect for many talented workers.”

So why is freelancing the new career trend? Here are a few reasons:

1. Freelancing can help you gain needed experience

Freelancing presents a great opportunity for young workers to gain needed professional skills while still bringing in needed cash.

2. Freelancing provides flexibility

One of the biggest reasons people consider freelancing is the increase in work-life balance a more flexible career can provide.

3. Freelancing helps you go global or grow locally

Since you don’t have to go into the office every morning, freelancing widens the pool of available opportunities you can pursue.

4. Freelancing expands your business network

Freelancing can be a great way to expand your professional network, especially when you’re just starting out in your chosen industry.

Chosen excerpts by Job Market Monitor

via 4 Reasons Why Freelancing is the New Career.