Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the freelance revolution and the future workforce. “It was the best of times; it was the worst of times ...” began ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Chelsea writes about marketing, freelance life, and entrepreneurship. The freelancing revolution is here. Statista predicts that ...

A record number of Americans did freelance work in 2022, per an Upwork report. Young Americans led the way — over 40% of Gen Z workers and almost 50% of millennial workers freelanced. Extra income and ...

Upwork Inc. has released its first Future Workforce Index, highlighting a significant shift towards freelancing among knowledge workers in the U.S. With 28% of U.S. knowledge workers now freelancing, ...

Nancy Haight has been a full-time freelancer for years after holding multiple gigs at once. She likes the schedule flexibility she has as an editing freelancer and the only parent of two teenagers.

You’re not taught in school that being a freelancer is even an option to consider. As a result, it’s a less clearly defined career trajectory. A common misconception with freelance is that it’s ...

Freelancing in 2025 is booming — but not without raising eyebrows. For some, it is the ultimate dream: flexible hours, no micromanagers and working in sweatpants at home. For others, it’s an ongoing ...

Manila, Philippines – Earning through freelance work has never been more accessible. With a stable internet connection and ...

Laura is a professional nitpicker and good-humored troubleshooter with over 14 years of experience in print and digital publishing. She has worn many different hats at CNET, covering personal finance, ...

“In 2022, the freelancing industry saw a significant surge in the number of jobs and projects for technology-related skills, especially those for highly skilled, niche categories such as programming, ...

WebFX reports that digital marketing agencies suit ongoing needs, while freelancers excel in specific, short-term projects.