In 2023, freelancers contributed $1.27 trill on to the U.S. economy, a $50 billion boost from the previous year. As remote work becomes increasingly common, the number of new freelancers is expected ...

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 ...

In the last few years, many people who never thought they’d be the work at home type got a big taste of ditching the daily commute. They're now able to show up at their computers from home to complete ...

If you need additional help but can’t afford to hire a full-time employee, working with a freelancer is a good option. Here’s how to negotiate fairly.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the life of a freelancer. For freelancers, mastering the art of time management is not just a skill. Without bosses, ...

At the beginning of March, I hit an emotional high: I started work as a freelancer, excited to embark on this new career I’d made for myself as a writer and podcaster. I set about making spreadsheets ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the life of a freelancer. Unless you’re a nepo baby, if you want to be a freelancer, you gotta write proposals.

If you're considering hiring freelancers to help you grow your startup, here are a few pros and cons to remember.

While freelancers often have more freedom than the employed, they also may have fewer of the financial supports an employer offers, such as employer-sponsored retirement accounts and an HR department ...