Download or read book The Gig Economy written by Diane Mulcahy and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, most Americans are working in the gig economy--mixing together short-term jobs, contract work, and freelance assignments. Learn how to embrace the independent and self-sufficient world of freelance! The Gig Economy is your guide to this uncertain but ultimately rewarding world. Packed with research, exercises, and anecdotes, this eye-opening book supplies strategies--ranging from the professional to the personal--to help you leverage your skills, knowledge, and network to create your own career trajectory. In this book, you will learn how to: Construct a life based on your priorities and vision of success Cultivate connections without networking Create your own security Build flexibility into your financial life Face your fears by reducing risk Corporate jobs are not only unstable--they’re increasingly scarce. It’s time to take charge of your own career and lead the life you want, one immune to the impulsive whims of an employer looking only at today’s bottom line. Start mapping out your place in the gig economy today!

Download or read book Up For Success In The Gig Economy written by Evans Munyuki and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-24 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We now live in the gig economy. It is a micro-economy. The word Gig actually came from a slang word for a live musical performance, recording session, or other engagement of a musician or ensemble which has a defined start and end, and is superb. This term was originally coined by jazz musicians in the 1920s, and it has now come to mean an "engagement" or stint. An economy is a large set of inter-related production and consumption activities that help determine how scarce resources are allocated. When you put these two words together, you get the gig economy. The gig economy is defined as a labor market characterized by the prevalence of short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs. Gig workers are independent contractors, online platform workers, contract firm workers, on-call workers, and temporary workers. In other words, gig workers behave much more like entrepreneurs than employees! An entrepreneur is a person who sets up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit. That is exactly what gig workers are. And that is what our new world is fast changing to! Every person should have an entrepreneurial side gig because employment cannot be guaranteed, and the world is fast changing with automation rendering certain job professions obsolete! So how do you succeed in this new world which has fast changed? Where is the formula for today, the formula which is fit for the man of today and the woman of today? After decades of leading teams and individuals through reaching success in groundbreaking areas such as building digital banks and challenging the status quo, I have created an amazing formula for success in the gig economy. A formula for success in the new times we are now in. Not a formula for success in the 1920s or the 1970s, a formula for success in 2021 and beyond!!! In this book, I unveil my formula, explain it, and set on on the path towards a series of successive successful gigs! Don't live the 21st century using 19th century tools. Don't miss the fact that we are now right in the middle of the gig economy! Be up for success in the gig economy! Buy this book and I will show you how to turn your life into a series of successive successful gigs. Don't make success a one hit wonder in your life. And don't engage in random acts of success. Rather, turn your life into a series of successive successful gigs! Focus on the things which matter. Focus on solving real problems. And become very good at it, one gig at a time! In this book, I show you how.

Download or read book The Gig Is Up written by Olga Mizrahi and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2018-02-27 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Win in a world of increasing choice by becoming the clear, unique fit. The gig economy is made up of project-based, or on-demand services, that can be provided by anyone. The common denominator in the gig economy is technology, so our modern online-lives provide the perfect marketplace for the ever-diversifying opportunities in the gig economy. By some estimates, 2020 will see half of all workers involved in the gig economy. Are we ready for this seismic shift in our work lives? ​Freelancers need to clearly answer “Why choose you?” so that they stand out in the new economy. Because all workers in the gig economy need to bluntly pose this question to themselves, The Gig Is Up is designed to answer this one key point head-on, giving readers innovative tools like Unique Value Proposition to confidently step up. The Gig Is Up offers the best boots-on-the-ground methods for success, by evolving the reader’s perspective and process. Many books on the gig economy focus on letting people live out their dreams, instead of looking at the realities of what it truly takes to win in a world of increasing choice. People need to understand how to compete and how to put the best version of themselves up front and center. The goal in competing today is to not only be chosen, but to move toward becoming the only choice, over and over again

Download or read book The Gig Academy written by Adrianna Kezar and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2019-10-29 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why the Gig Academy is the dominant organizational form within the higher education economy—and its troubling implications for faculty, students, and the future of college education. Over the past two decades, higher education employment has undergone a radical transformation with faculty becoming contingent, staff being outsourced, and postdocs and graduate students becoming a larger share of the workforce. For example, the faculty has shifted from one composed mostly of tenure-track, full-time employees to one made up of contingent, part-time teachers. Non-tenure-track instructors now make up 70 percent of college faculty. Their pay for teaching eight courses averages $22,400 a year—less than the annual salary of most fast-food workers. In The Gig Academy, Adrianna Kezar, Tom DePaola, and Daniel T. Scott assess the impact of this disturbing workforce development. Providing an overarching framework that takes the concept of the gig economy and applies it to the university workforce, this book scrutinizes labor restructuring across both academic and nonacademic spheres. By synthesizing these employment trends, the book reveals the magnitude of the problem for individual workers across all institutional types and job categories while illustrating the damaging effects of these changes on student outcomes, campus community, and institutional effectiveness. A pointed critique of contemporary neoliberalism, the book also includes an analysis of the growing divide between employees and administrators. The authors conclude by examining the strengthening state of unionization among university workers. Advocating a collectivist, action-oriented vision for reversing the tide of exploitation, Kezar, DePaola, and Scott urge readers to use the book as a tool to interrogate the state of working relations on their own campuses and fight for a system that is run democratically for the benefit of all. Ultimately, The Gig Academy is a call to arms, one that encourages non-tenure-track faculty, staff, postdocs, graduate students, and administrative and tenure-track allies to unite in a common struggle against the neoliberal Gig Academy.

Download or read book Hustle and Gig written by Alexandrea J. Ravenelle and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Choose your hours, choose your work, be your own boss, control your own income. Welcome to the sharing economy, a nebulous collection of online platforms and apps that promise to transcend capitalism. Supporters argue that the gig economy will reverse economic inequality, enhance worker rights, and bring entrepreneurship to the masses. But does it? In Hustle and Gig, Alexandrea J. Ravenelle shares the personal stories of nearly eighty predominantly millennial workers from Airbnb, Uber, TaskRabbit, and Kitchensurfing. Their stories underline the volatility of working in the gig economy: the autonomy these young workers expected has been usurped by the need to maintain algorithm-approved acceptance and response rates. The sharing economy upends generations of workplace protections such as worker safety; workplace protections around discrimination and sexual harassment; the right to unionize; and the right to redress for injuries. Discerning three types of gig economy workers—Success Stories, who have used the gig economy to create the life they want; Strugglers, who can’t make ends meet; and Strivers, who have stable jobs and use the sharing economy for extra cash—Ravenelle examines the costs, benefits, and societal impact of this new economic movement. Poignant and evocative, Hustle and Gig exposes how the gig economy is the millennial’s version of minimum-wage precarious work.

Download or read book Success in the Gig Economy written by Michael Nir and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-17 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I am excited to share with you the BOLDER technique - a key to thriving in the Gig Economy. In a bright summer morning of 2004, I quit my salaried job. I understood that the future of work is gig work. For the last seventeen years I have mastered the process and skills of professional self-employed gig work. These skills represent a unique synthesis of personal introspection, reflection, orientation, strategy forming, and so much more. It was not easy; it was a challenging journey of personal transformation. I tried, failed, and tried again. I ran into more dead ends than I would prefer to admit. I persevered. The future of work is different than what we have experienced in the last century - the future of skilled, expert, professional work is gig work. My BOLDER technique to thriving in the Covid-19 gig economy saves you precious time! You will learn in a month what I spent seventeen years perfecting. Hurry, your competition is doing the same, and you are running out of time!But first let us acknowledge reality.We are living through exciting yet unsettling times. We are experiencing the turning point of an age... a transition from the late industrial era to the age of software.Look around you, software is everywhere. In 2011 Marc Andreessen from Venture Capital Horowitz and Andreessen said: "Software is eating the world." In the last decade and the decades to come software will continue to devour the world as we know it, bringing about extraordinary changes to our lives. One of the prime places for software disruption is the workplace. The traditional workplace as we know it is a remnant of the industrial age. It is ripe for disruption. As a matter of fact, the disruption has begun with companies such as Uber and Airbnb among others, more than a decade ago, and it has accelerated since. On top of which, Covid-19 pandemic has ushered in a mega-disruption to many aspects of our lives: work included. What is the Gig Economy, why is it disrupting the traditional industrial era workplace, and what can you do to thrive in the future of work?The gig economy is based on flexible, temporary, or freelance jobs, often involving connecting with clients or customers through an online platform. Some claim that for gig economy workers the resumes are out experience is in.In a gig economy, temporary, flexible jobs are common, and companies tend toward hiring independent contractors and freelancers instead of full-time employees. The gig economy can benefit workers, businesses, and consumers by making work more adaptable to the needs of the moment and demand for flexible lifestyles. At the same time, the gig economy can have downsides due to the erosion of traditional economic relationships between workers, businesses, and clients.Workers in the gig economy are more like entrepreneurs. While they might have greater freedom of choice, their job security is rapidly becoming a thing of the past.With the impact of Covid-19 upon us, the gig economy is accelerating - do not be left behind!What can you do to thrive in the future of work? In this book you will get to practice and develop critical skills which will allow you to thrive in the gig economy.Enjoy the readMichael August 2020

Download or read book Working in the Gig Economy written by Thomas Oppong and published by Kogan Page Publishers. This book was released on 2018-10-03 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FINALIST: Business Book Awards 2019 - Start-Up Inspiration Category There are new flexible and independent working opportunities available in the gig economy for those brave enough to seize them. It is estimated that the number people involved with the gig economy will double in the next four years. New generation workers are realising that they can break the chains of corporate work and go at it alone. With flexible working hours, fluid work arrangements and technology that they can leverage to their advantage, people are creating purposeful careers that fit in with their lives, not the other way around. Working in the Gig Economy is the ultimate guide to successfully navigating the new flexible world of work. This is a book that will allow you to really examine the possibilities of freelance and flexible working. Is it really for you? Do you have what it takes to stay motivated, get clients to hire you and achieve that long-yearned for work-life balance? Thomas Oppong is an expert in entrepreneurship and the gig economy. With this book, he takes readers through the main pitfalls of working for themselves, including how to stay productive, how to manage your professional network, build a personal brand and crucially how to keep the work coming and get paid on time. Working in the Gig Economy is the essential guide to having a successful and fulfilling career in the gig economy.

Download or read book The Six Figure Freelancer written by Laura Briggs and published by Entrepreneur Press. This book was released on 2020-10-27 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Start and Scale Your Freelance Business The freelance portion of the workforce and the economy is growing at a rapid pace, but the lack of proper training or knowledge about how to run a freelance venture sets most freelancers up for failure. With this new workforce picking up speed, the need is real and the time is now for freelancers to learn how to take their businesses and their paychecks to the next level. The Six-Figure Freelancer is a proven path, a battle-tested guide that works for freelancers of all types and includes the author's five years of trial-by-fire lessons used to find, land, and amaze your clients. The book follows an outline of proven tactics to grow a business to the six-figure level and keep it there: Knowing the current phase of your freelance business Getting into the right mindset to shift your money power Knowing how to spot high-value, high-dollar clients Determining the structure of your six-figure business (solo or agency model?) Speeding your process up and structuring your ideal freelance workday Putting together a client benefit-focused marketing tools plan Raising your rates and transmitting value to prospective clients Avoiding those six-figure earner pitfalls Throughout this book, readers will have guided action plans and checklists to customize their own specific freelance business.

Download or read book Thriving in the Gig Economy written by Marion McGovern and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2017-07-24 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the last five years, the world of work has changed dramatically. Thanks to technology companies like Uber, TaskRabbit, and Instacart, the new "gig economy" seems to constantly be in the news. But most of the media focus is on the low end of the skill spectrum; little attention is being paid to the best-in-class professionals who have chosen an independent path. New digital talent platforms are developing at a rapid clip with a wide variety of business models, many catering to very precise, high-value skill sets. Thriving in the Gig Economy is an actionable guidebook outlining ways to maneuver in this new world to create a path that optimizes success. You will learn: The differences between the gig economy and the sharing and on-demand economies. The best ways to work with digital talent platforms and traditional consulting intermediaries. Commonsense logistics around digital branding, contracts, and employment issues. The tools and services to enhance your practice. The growth in this marketplace is exponential, and Thriving in the Gig Economy is one way for you to take advantage of all its potential.

Download or read book Our Turn written by Kirstine Stewart and published by Random House Canada. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What comes after you "lean in?" In Our Turn, Kirstine Stewart, Chief Strategy Officer of Diply GoViral--and recently named to Canadian Business's Power 50 of 2016 list because she "helps women discover their leadership potential"--draws on her own extensive experience to answer that question in smart and practical ways. Canada's own Kirstine Stewart has joined the ranks of other stand-out new technology leaders such as Sheryl Sandberg and Marissa Mayer, but she has come to that position by a very different route. She got her first job when she applied for a position as a "girl Friday" at a film distribution house. Having worked her way up from the bottom--under women and men, leaders good and bad--she believes it's time we leaped past the question of how women might create change in the working world and exploit the fact that profound change is already under way. The digital revolution, and the wave of millennials who are entering the work force with very different expectations than the generations who preceded them, have created a new reality that demands a new style of leader with attributes and perspectives that make women the natural front-runners. The opportunity is there. The question Stewart tackles in Our Turn is how do we seize it. Stewart's own track in the world has been exceptional, and littered with firsts, including being the first woman and the youngest person ever to head the CBC. Not only does she illuminate the broad strokes of the way forward for women, and her own principles of leadership, she digs down into the nitty-gritty of how she has managed to excel and to lead while staying true to who she is as a person. Whether you're the CEO or the administrative assistant, there is something for you in Our Turn.

Download or read book Technoprecarious written by Precarity Lab and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2020-11-24 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An analysis that traces the role of digital technology in multiplying precarity. Technoprecarious advances a new analytic for tracing how precarity unfolds across disparate geographical sites and cultural practices in the digital age. Digital technologies--whether apps like Uber built on flexible labor or platforms like Airbnb that shift accountability to users--have assisted in consolidating the wealth and influence of a small number of players. These platforms have also furthered increasingly insecure conditions of work and life for racial, ethnic, and sexual minorities, women, indigenous people, migrants, and peoples in the global south. At the same time, precarity has become increasingly generalized, expanding to include even the creative class and digital producers themselves.

Download or read book Gig Economy written by Steven Depoy and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-15 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The work environment has changed. While a few years ago you could land a good job and run it for the majority of your life, nowadays we all live in a continuous update cycle. We need to constantly change to keep up with the world, otherwise we are left behind. This is a necessity. And, since it's not a viable idea to land a lifetime job, why not turn yourself into a one man company, running your own freelancing business? The gig economy is exploding. Small and big companies are always looking for reliable, skilled and flexible people for a short term cooperation.Sure, short term is short term. But it can be extremely well paid and very profitable. And, in the gig economy, you're not restricted to a single client: you can work with multiple clients, building a reliable business on top of your passion - and be paid extremely well to run it.

Download or read book The Gig Economy written by Jamie Woodcock and published by Polity. This book was released on 2020-01-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All of a sudden, everybody’s talking about the gig economy. From taxi drivers to pizza deliverers to the unemployed, we are all aware of the huge changes that it is driving in our lives as workers, consumers and citizens. This is the first comprehensive overview of this highly topical subject. Drawing upon years of research, stories from gig workers, and a review of the key trends and debates, Jamie Woodcock and Mark Graham shed light on how the gig economy came to be, how it works and what it’s like to work in it. They show that, although it has facilitated innovative new services and created jobs for millions, it is not without cost. It allows businesses and governments to generate value while passing significant risk and responsibility onto the workers that make it possible. This is not, however, an argument for turning back the clock. Instead, the authors outline four strategies that can produce a fairer platform economy that works for everyone. Woodcock and Graham’s critical introduction will be essential reading for students, scholars and general readers interested in the massive shifts that characterize our modern digital economy.

Download or read book Ultimate Gig written by John T. Fleming and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ultimate Gig will serve to answer questions and help gig-providing companies and workers make decisions by informing, inspiring and motivating as well as serving as a teaching tool. Most importantly it will give the reader a better understanding of the most significant labor revolution in the past 100 years as to how work can be done.

Download or read book The Gig Economy Thriving as a Freelancer in the Modern Workforce written by Shu Chen Hou and published by KOKOSHUNGSAN®. This book was released on with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to break free from the traditional nine-to-five grind and embrace the freedom and flexibility of the gig economy? Look no further! "The Gig Economy: Thriving as a Freelancer in the Modern Workforce" is the ultimate guidebook designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to excel as a freelancer in today's dynamic work landscape. Written by industry experts and packed with actionable insights, this comprehensive book takes you on a transformative journey, empowering you to seize the countless opportunities available in the gig economy. Whether you're just starting your freelance career or looking to elevate your existing one, this book is your roadmap to success. Inside, you'll discover: A deep understanding of the gig economy: Uncover the core concepts and characteristics of the gig economy, and gain the clarity you need to navigate its ever-evolving landscape. Essential skills for thriving as a freelancer: Master the art of self-discipline, effective time management, communication, negotiation, and financial management. These skills will set you apart from the competition and elevate your freelance career. Insights into diverse industries and sectors: Explore the vast array of industries and sectors where gig work thrives, from tech and creative fields to consulting and e-commerce. Discover where your unique talents can shine brightest. Strategies for building a thriving freelance career: Learn how to identify and leverage your skills, define your target market, build a strong personal brand, and market your services effectively. Transform your passion into a profitable freelance business. Overcoming challenges and embracing opportunities: Navigate the uncertainties of inconsistent income, lack of benefits, self-management difficulties, and client relationships. Turn these challenges into stepping stones toward success and growth. Adapting to the future of freelancing: Stay ahead of emerging trends, technological advancements, and changing client demands. Embrace new technologies, diversify your services, and position yourself as a sought-after freelancer in an ever-evolving gig economy. With practical tips, real-life examples, and valuable resources, "The Gig Economy: Thriving as a Freelancer in the Modern Workforce" equips you with the tools you need to excel in the gig economy. Take control of your career, enjoy the freedom of flexible work arrangements, and unlock the limitless potential that freelancing offers. Don't let the future pass you by – embark on your freelance journey today and thrive in the modern workforce! Get your copy of "The Gig Economy: Thriving as a Freelancer in the Modern Workforce" and start building a fulfilling and prosperous freelance career. Your success awaits!

Download or read book Rise of the Side Hustle written by Ashton Camelots and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-07-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit with Ashton Camelots' Rise of the Side Hustle. This compelling guide demystifies the gig economy, offering invaluable strategies for aspiring and established freelancers. Discover how to identify your niche, build a compelling portfolio, and navigate freelance platforms effectively. Learn the art of setting rates and managing clients, while maintaining an optimal work-life balance. With Camelots' wisdom at your side, you'll gain the skills and confidence to succeed in the gig economy. Infused with inspiring case studies and practical resources, Rise of the Side Hustle is more than a book - it's your roadmap to freelance success. Embrace the journey and transform your passion into a profitable side hustle today.

Download or read book Mastering Freelancing written by Ahmed Ata and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-06-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Mastering Freelancing" is a must-have guide for anyone looking to thrive in the dynamic world of freelancing. Packed with practical advice, expert insights, and real-world examples, this book covers all aspects of freelancing, from setting up your business and honing your skills to landing high-paying clients and managing your finances. Discover effective strategies for marketing your services, negotiating rates, and building a strong online presence. Learn how to navigate challenges such as client management, time management, and maintaining motivation. With valuable tips on scaling your business and planning for the future, "Mastering Freelancing" empowers you to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and create a successful freelance career on your terms. Whether you're a seasoned freelancer or just starting out, this book will be your trusted companion on your journey to freelance success.