As technology continues to penetrate every aspect of our lives at a rapid rate, it is also by extension changing the way the industry operates. Following the trend of exponential growth, there were approximately 846 million internet users in India in 2021, a number projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2040! In this scenario where digital has become the new norm, businesses are increasingly leveraging online platforms to reach their audience, and to expand. A…
In the last two years, workforce around the world has been forced to reconsider their ways of working and reconsider what constitutes a fulfilling work life. Employees now realise that work has to be wholesome to be sustainable. Everyday more people are opting for quiet quitting. There has been, what can be called an awakening in terms of how one’s job is meant to serve them instead of the other way around. Employees around the…
Globally, the gig economy in India has grown at a rocketing pace. This has been catalysed during the last couple of months, owing to the pandemic. The latest survey (2020-21) highlights that the Indian gig economy comprises almost 40% of total freelance jobs. The estimated number of freelancers that India holds is approximately 20 million. This alone shows that the growth towards the gig economy is a tectonic shift for India’s workforce. This shows that…
The world of freelancing has grown exponentially over the past few years. One of the biggest reasons? Independent Working. Who doesn’t like being their own boss, having the freedom to choose the work suiting their interest & time? Freelancing, however, isn’t as glittery as it appears if one doesn’t get the right head start! The first step is to look for websites to find freelance jobs, this is to make sure that you land on…
What is the reason that individuals seek part-time jobs early on in their careers? Why has it become a popular alternative to full-time work options? Several surveys have been conducted by popular universities all around the world to fully comprehend the cause behind this shift in work nature. It has been noted that students constitute a large segment of the people who indulge in part-time job opportunities and are willing to explore flexible careers. They…
Every year thousands, millions of people are switching from their regular jobs to enter the gig sector. There are many reasons behind this massive shift of people choosing to become freelancers, self-employed professionals, contractors, or gig workers. With the change in the economy, numerous organizations in various fields require the administrations of an outside workforce for short-term projects, tasks, or any ground-work job to be completed. Companies such as Uber, Ola, Zomato, Dunzo, which are…
There has been a drastic change in the traditional way of working in the job market which usually included 9-to-5 jobs only. But gone are those days! With the evolution in the economy, people have found newer work opportunities which suit their skills, offer them flexibility, and allow them to work independently. This evolution, in simple words, can be termed as ‘Gig Economy’. It is the marketplace for people who are looking for temporary, freelancing,…
