What happens when someone spends over two decades living, breathing, and shaping the freelance economy, long before it became cool? In this episode of The Independent Workforce, we sat down with Robert Vlach, freelancing entrepreneur, consultant to top professionals, author of The Freelance Way, and founder of two of the largest freelance...
From Title to Tasks: The Future of Hiring – Episode 15 with John Winsor
There’s a moment in some conversations where everything gets uncomfortably simple. Not simplistic. Not motivational-poster simple. But truth simple. That happened when John looked at the future of work—freelancers, contractors, fractional experts, AI, remote collaboration—and framed it in a way that left no room for corporate denial: “If companies...
Freelancers Trends in 2026: What’s changing?
2026 is shaping up to be a transformative year for freelancers and self-employed professionals. With technological breakthroughs, regulatory shifts, and evolving client expectations, the freelance landscape is changing faster than ever. Let’s dive into what’s already happened, what changes are on the horizon, and which trends will...
The Future of Freelance Work in Czech Republic – Episode 14 with Klara Hrubá and KristĂ˝na Pechová
The European work landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift, and the Czech Republic sits at the forefront of this transformation. In this podcast episode, we explore how the Czech freelance market has evolved from informal arrangements into a sophisticated talent ecosystem with Klara Hrubá, CEO of nemensis Czech Republic, and Kristýna Pechová...
Which industries are loosing freelance projects in 2025?
The challenging economic climate has left its mark in 2025, affecting both companies and freelancers. But which sectors are bearing the brunt? Our latest data from the Freelancer Compass 2026 reveals the three industries experiencing the most significant decline in projects in the DACH region. Key takeaways Top 3 industries losing demand...
What Microsoft Learned About Freelancers, AI & Human-Centered Leadership – Episode 13 with Nuri Demirci LĂłpez
In today’s rapidly shifting world of work, flexibility isn’t a trend — it’s survival. But while many companies fear the idea of working with freelancers, contractors, or fractional experts, others are building entire engines of innovation powered by independent talent. One of the pioneers of this new operating system is Nuri Demirci...
Bridging the Gap: How Companies and Freelancers Build the Future Together – Episode 12 with Kaja Storbeck
The world of work is shifting faster than most organisations can keep up with. Independent experts are stepping into critical roles across industries. And while tech dominates the conversation, the freelance revolution is happening everywhere: engineering, rail, manufacturing, logistics, and more. To dive deeper into how...
What NASA Taught Me About the Future of Work – Episode 11 with Steve Rader
When you hear “NASA,” you probably think rockets, astronauts, and high-stakes missions in space. You don’t immediately think freelancers. But after almost 36 years at NASA and over a decade leading open innovation and open talent initiatives, Steve Rader has a very clear message for leaders and organisations: “If your only talent strategy is...
Why Companies Must Rethink How They Work with Freelancers – Episode 10 with Matthew Dowling
Freelancers have always been part of the workforce — but what’s happening now is different. We are entering a new era shaped by agility, global talent, AI, and the ability for individuals to build careers outside traditional employment. In this evolving landscape, few voices are as influential as Matthew Dowling, Founder of Freelancer Club, leader...
LinkedIn for Freelancers: Profile Optimisation Tips That Get You Hired (2025)
Did you know that LinkedIn is more than a job board? As one of the largest business networks in the world, the platform is also used for marketing, employer branding, as a learning platform and of course for networking itself. In this article, you'll learn how you can leverage LinkedIn for freelancers.