Freelancers make up a vital part of the American workforce. It is estimated that 65 million Americans did some type of freelance work in 2020, and that number is expected to grow significantly over the next ten years. Likewise, a large number of companies are using freelancers versus hiring permanent employees, as reported in a study on the future workforce conducted by Upw...
One of today's hottest and most in-demand job functions is digital marketing. With the rise in demand for digital marketing jobs, it is an excellent time to consider becoming a freelance digital marketer. If you want to have the flexibility of setting your own schedule and choosing your own clients, a freelance career in digital marketing may be the path for you. Our expert ...
Whether you’re looking to work in social media or expand upon your current career within the industry, 24 Seven is here to help. From tips for nailing your social media marketing job interview to the skills you need to stand out and succeed, and what trends you should be keeping a close eye on, we’re sharing everything you need to know to succeed in today’s digitally-focuse...
Whether a market downturn or a booming economy, there’s never a wrong time to hire freelancers. Freelancers are a just-in-time resource who fill specialized talent gaps on teams. And they provide an extra set of hands to get projects done when to-do lists keep growing or full-time headcounts shrink. If you’ve made the decision to hire freelancers, here are some management s...
As a freelance hiring manager it can be tricky to give your creative staff critical feedback without confusing, overwhelming, or alienating your freelancers. In the creative sphere, where everything is more subjective, it is even more important that your freelancers understand exactly what you mean when you critique their work. Here are 4 tips for improving the feedback you ...
While life may feel like it has begun to steady amidst a complete upheaval of what was once normal, unemployment rates continue to stay astoundingly high. Many people are still struggling to secure a job in the presence of COVID-19. If you’ve traditionally worked in a full-time role, the freelance recruiters at 24 Seven encourage you to consider transitioning to freelance wo...
The COVID-19 pandemic felt like it turned the world upside down, including flipping the job market from candidate-driven to one where employers gained the upper hand. As we studied the job market throughout the year, with both formal research and from our anecdotal evidence from the recruiting front-line, we found pandemic-inspired hiring freezes thawing as the public health...
On March 27, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act (the “CARES Act”). The CARES Act includes a number of components intended to help individuals who are impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, including expanded unemployment benefits, cash payments to individuals, and changes to student loan repayments. As part of...
35% of the current workforce is made up of freelancers and the number is on the rise. It's easy to understand why - as a freelancer you can set your own schedule, work for the clients you choose, and grow your skillset along the way. But before making the switch to a freelance career, it is crucial to consider where ongoing gigs and projects will come from. This is where a f...