When we think of innovation at scale, we often picture massive R&D budgets, complex corporate structures, and layers of approval. Yet, as the world of work transforms, even the biggest players are learning to think — and act — more like startups. That’s exactly what’s happening at Airbus, where Mina Bastawros, a seasoned leader...
How Enterprises Are Scaling the Freelance Workforce – Episode 6 With Matthew Mottola
A New Chapter in How We Work Let’s be honest, no one really knows what to call it anymore – freelance, fractional, gig, flexible. I just call it independent. Matthew Mottola, the CEO of Human Cloud, has spent the past decade at the frontlines of the freelance revolution. From helping enterprises design flexible workforce programs to co...
50% Fewer Capacity Bottlenecks: How Sellwerk Stays Flexible with Freelancers
When a major project is on the horizon but the internal team is already working at full capacity, quick and practical solutions are needed. Tobias Mulack knows such situations well. As Head of Digital Development at Sellwerk, he is responsible for the technical development of the customer platform and knows how quickly things can move. ...
What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Freelancer – Episode 5 with Benjamin Walker
The world of work is evolving, and for many forward-thinking companies, freelancers and independent experts are no longer a backup option, but a strategic advantage. On a recent episode of The Independent Workforce podcast, we sat down with Benjamin Walker, Co-CEO of nemensis AG, to talk about what makes freelance collaboration succeed or fall...
Overcoming Internal Barriers to Hiring Freelancers – Episode 4 with Eusebi Llensa
In this episode of The Independent Workforce, we sat down with Eusebi Llensa, Co-founder and CEO of Outvise, the largest global platform connecting companies with freelance business tech experts. With over 40,000 professionals in their network, Outvise isn’t just building a talent marketplace — they’re reengineering how businesses solve complex...
How Companies Really Work with Independent Talent – Episode 3 with Maciej Koszyk
Freelancers are the workforce of today. In this podcast episode, Maciej, Head of Delivery at Devire’s Center of Excellence, shares lessons from 15+ years of recruitment experience with global giants like Tesla and Uber. From instant value and communication skills to compliance, networks, and AI’s role in recruitment.
What does an AI Agent Developer do?
AI Agent Developers are specialised software engineers who design, build, and deploy intelligent autonomous systems that can work independently in digital environments. With businesses scrambling to adopt AI automation, the demand for skilled AI agent freelancers has skyrocketed — and it shows no signs of slowing down. What is AI Agent Development...
New Look, Same Mission – Welcome to the Home of Freelancing
2025 marks an exciting new chapter for freelancermap. Earlier this year, we introduced a fresh new logo – the first step in evolving our brand. Now, we’re taking it further: with a redesigned look and improved features, we’re proud to present the Home of Freelancing. It’s clearer, more intuitive, and designed to make your daily work smoother...
How to Build Impactful Teams with Independent Experts - Episode 2 with Josh Jennings
The way companies hire is changing fast. Permanent roles are no longer the only way to access expertise, freelancers and contractors are now at the heart of project delivery. In this episode, we speak with Josh Jennings about what it really takes to hire the right experts. From finding freelancers quickly, to managing compliance, to building trust...
Why You’re Not Getting the Full Value of Freelancers Yet – Episode 1 with Jon Younger
Meet Jon Younger: HR veteran with 45 years of experience and a longtime advocate for independent talent. He’s seen companies thrive—or stumble—when it comes to freelancers, and in our first podcast episode, he shares the lessons every organisation should know.