Why digital freelancing is the future of work

The corporate world has changed more in the past two years than in the past twenty years. It took a pandemic to make people realize that you don't need to travel for work two hours a day to sit in front of a computer that is connected to the internet anyway.

It is no longer possible to attract people to work at a full-time job in a corporate office because people have realized that the idea of a "safe and secure" job is just a dream that can collapse at any time. There is no need to work at a specific location in a specific city because we all live in the global village called the internet. 

If you have expertise on a specific skill, you can remotely work for the best companies in the world at command earnings that compete with anyone in the world with the same skill. And the best part is that you can work on a contract basis. 

So what is preventing people from becoming freelancers and quit their day job (if they are fortunate to have one)? The lack of a personal brand.

The full-time corporate sector follows slightly different standards, with employees being able to move from one business to another based on their personal network and influence. However, having a personal network isn't enough in the freelancing industry; you also need a personal brand.The full-time corporate sector follows slightly different standards, with employees being able to move from one business to another based on their personal network and influence. However, having a personal network isn't enough in the freelancing industry; you also need a personal brand.

Advantages of Working as a Freelancer

Once you start writing, you will see that opportunities will come your way. Start helping out people with your content and then with free consultations. There are a ton of freelancing opportunities in the world, and you can become a specialist in one category. Let's say, for example, you are an SEO expert. Start writing about SEO on your blog, share them on social media, and post videos about that. If you add value first instead of asking for an opportunity, an opportunity will come your way. 

If you are or have been an employee, you may find it difficult to begin this journey. Because an employee's typical perspective is to seek stability and "something guaranteed" for every ounce of effort put out. The first step in dealing with career and professional uncertainties is to begin your freelancing career.