Introduction

Seeking freedom: Find flexibility, balance and your sense of purpose

The freelance market and gig economy are growing and thriving, with the annual Freelancing in America survey1 offering optimistic findings and predictions2 for an industry that it values at almost one trillion U.S. dollars—nearly 5 percent of U.S. GDP.

While working for yourself can be associated with uncertainty, there’s also a tremendous amount of flexibility, freedom and opportunity for those bold enough to grab it. There’s the lure of remote working, control over your client base and the chance to build the lifestyle you aspire to, so it’s an enticing route for those brave and savvy souls who embrace it.

For the creative individual, freelancing or running your ...

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