The Gig Economy; How to master the Side hustle and freelancing era

The world is changing and the gig economy has become a big part of the modern workforce. More opportunities for side hustles and freelancing has increased due to the change and innovation technology and the internet is creating. These days no one has to be confined to the conventional workplace and the ability to earn income wherever you may be gives individuals so much flexibility than they ever dreamed of. No matter what aspect of the labor market you might find yourself the gig economy has opened so many doors than many ever thought possible.

Increasing the rate at which humans can reach financial stability and growth. There are so many side hustles today but what sets you aside from the next freelancer? In this blog, I will be sharing practical ways to flourish in the gig economy.

• What works for you; today it is so easy to get carried away by the Hugh paying gigs. Most people often try so hard that overtime they fail. You are a square peg trying to fit in the wrong hole. You hate coding but you want to build apps so bad because all your friends are making money off it. To excel in the gig economy you need to be true to your skills ans passions. What exactly can you do better than the next person? What are your own unique skills and passions. Perhaps you are great at tutoring, graphic design or writing. It's only when you are true to your passion can you find gigs that align with it.

• Create a brand around yourself: a lot of people are already doing what you want to do and the only way to stand out aside providing quality is how people view you. Your online presence is very important if you want to get more gigs. Be professional with your online presence. Create a strong online presence that is hard to miss on all major social media platforms. Be involved in industry related communities. Those are hotspots for networking, learning and even impressing your potential clients. Share what your brand is all about and actively push it. The mistake a lot of side hustlers make is starting today and not going back to it until a month or so later. You need to be consistent to really real the benefits.Don't just share your work online, leverage on reviews and testimonials of previous clients to build trust. The more trustworthy you are , the more likely you are to get gigs.
  Spaces like TaskRabbit, Fiverr, Upwork provide platforms for you to reach a wider range of audience.

• Be the best; It would be bad on your reputation to simply allow your results do the work. Meet deadlines, carry your clients along, be professional. Reviews and referrals are a very strong factor in the gig economy which can make or mar your career as a freelancer. Let your reputation speak for you through the way you deliver. Don't just be average, be the best in the game. Don't just provide the basics, give a little bit of extra. Every client wants to feel special and that extra might just make them cling onto you forever. No one needs to be told how important regulars are in the gig economy.

• Grow: Due to the dynamic nature of the gig economy you had better be ready to change with it. Don't just dwell on what you already know, strive to be better. If possible strive to be one step ahead. Invest in yourself. Take courses, attend workshops, webinars, read books and be informed about the latest in the industry. To stay afloat you need to be aware of the trends and changes in your industry.For example, if you're a photographer mastering the latest editing software or learning about new techniques and tools can help you stand out from the competition and attract more clients.

In conclusion, the gig economy has so much room for everyone to grow and make money but how much you make are a results of the actions you take now.