IT freelancers are flexible and can work from anywhere – a good prerequisite for staying afloat during the ongoing pandemic. But which jobs and skills will be in demand this year? We evaluated over 1 million search queries on freelancermap to help you figure out what to expect in 2021. IntroductionFreelancing Trends in 2020Remote...
How to: Make New Year’s Resolutions work for Freelancers
With 2020 right around the corner, it’s soon to be the start of a new decade! As with every new year that comes around, we start wondering about our plans or “resolutions” for the new year. Let’s take a look at some resolutions that work for freelancers!
Income satisfaction: Are IT freelancers happy with their income?
Freelancing is on the rise - every day we hear about independent consultants, freelancers and people starting their own business. More than 60 million people in the US are now freelancing and we’ve seen a similar trend in Europe as well. But are freelancers happy?
Coronavirus Study – Facts & Feelings among IT Freelancers
Covid-19 is hitting freelancers and the self-employed especially hard. Their financial situation is now more volatile than ever. How do freelancers feel about Coronavirus and how has their work been affected?
The IT freelance market in Germany – Market Insights
How is the current IT freelance market in Germany? freelancermap asked over 1,800 IT freelancers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland about their rates, income, client relationship, and more. We’ve compiled the most interesting insights!
Women in technology: Challenges & Opportunities
In today’s rapidly advancing day and age, one might think that gender should no longer play a role in work these days. Far from it – this view of technology being “male” centric is a notion that continues to persist in this day and age and prevents many girls and young women from even considering the exciting professional field.
Freelancers also work long hours – 40+ hour working week
For freelancers, time is money. The cliché of lounging around in your pajamas while only doing a couple of hours of work a day couldn't be farther from the truth.