#55 - Why Freelancing is the Future of Work

Episode 55 of the Freelance Heroes podcast, hosted by Freelance Heroes, titled "#55 - Why Freelancing is the Future of Work" was published on May 25, 2021 and runs 86 minutes.

May 25, 2021 ·86m · Freelance Heroes

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Summary

How has the pandemic changed the perception of freelancers? What value do freelancers truly add to the wider business community? How can freelancers get in front of the exciting businesses they truly want to work with, and the right people who work within them? How can freelancers help themselves when it comes to late payments? These topics and more were discussed at Freelance Heroes Day and this episode is a recording of one of the panel discussions. This episode looks deep into the future of freelancing and its relationship with start-ups and bigger businesses.  Joining Ed for this recorded Zoom chat are: Sam O'Connor - CEO and Co-Founder of Coconut  Merlie Calvert - CEO and Founder of Farillio Alex Hughes - CEO and Founder of Shifties and Shift Momentum * Coconut were also proud sponsors of Freelance Heroes Day and you can find out more about them at: https://www.getcoconut.com/freelanceheroes

Episode Description

How has the pandemic changed the perception of freelancers? What value do freelancers truly add to the wider business community? How can freelancers get in front of the exciting businesses they truly want to work with, and the right people who work within them? How can freelancers help themselves when it comes to late payments?

These topics and more were discussed at Freelance Heroes Day and this episode is a recording of one of the panel discussions. This episode looks deep into the future of freelancing and its relationship with start-ups and bigger businesses.

Joining Ed for this recorded Zoom chat are:

Sam O'Connor - CEO and Co-Founder of Coconut

Merlie Calvert - CEO and Founder of Farillio

Alex Hughes - CEO and Founder of Shifties and Shift Momentum

* Coconut were also proud sponsors of Freelance Heroes Day and you can find out more about them at: https://www.getcoconut.com/freelanceheroes

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