In the 2000s, “entrepreneurship” was the word of a decade when adults, regardless of age, discovered the world of remote work. This step brought a sense of freedom in the lives of many people, and its influence does not lose its strength today.
Now there is a shift in working culture. The Covid-19 pandemic closed many people at home , so now most of them are turning to freelance in order to get additional income in times of unpredictable situations in the global economy.
Now “freelance” is becoming a new trend. And as many begin to look closely at him, the first question that arises is: “Where can I find good suggestions for remote work?”
Before I share my favorite freelance communities, sites and resources, it is important to note that the first steps in the field of freelance are accompanied by a lot of difficulties. The entry barrier may be low, but you are not guaranteed insurance or other benefits that apply to traditional work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It may also take years (or months if you are determined) to create a professional reputation for yourself when freelance and distance projects come to you on their own.
The good news is that you can start building a freelancer career right now with the skills you have. The richer your experience in the profession or in a separate niche, the easier it will be for you to find a job that brings pleasure.
Question: where to look for a good remote work?
The most popular freelance search resources, I'll call them The Big Three: Upwork, Fiverr and Toptal. You could ask your freelancer friend for advice or look for “sites for freelancers” on Google, and these sites definitely caught your eye.
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Frequent posts on your own blog or on Medium are also a good way to get industry attention.
The freelance world is still full of novelty. We are the generation that forms the digital freelance culture. You, me, the Big Three, and all the small communities that contribute.
I wish you the best of luck in your search for freelancing and remote work, which are truly fun and paid accordingly.