The gig economy is on the rise—according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 57 million Americans are choosing this flexible alternative to traditional full-time employment. One of the most ...

As a freelance writer, I know that keeping up a consistent writing output is a key factor in my career. The nature of freelancing makes it very tempting to slack off some days, though I may feel ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the freelance revolution and the future workforce. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 131,000 ...

Did you just collect your English degree? Are you wondering about a post-graduation existence in which you live out your fantasy of life as a freelance writer, tapping out delightful things for ...

Not everyone is cut out to be a freelance writer, but if you have the following nine skills, you’ve got a better shot at succeeding at it. Owning your own freelance writing business requires a ...

Reading for leisure has decreased in popularity, but for research, business and news seeking it’s just as, if not more popular than ever. Whether through engagement-seeking social media posts, website ...

According to Upwork, an estimated 59 million Americans have freelanced in the past year–almost 36 percent of the country’s entire workforce. The number of freelancers in the US is rapidly growing and ...

A day in my life as a freelance science writer actually begins about 2:30 a.m. for me. I'm waiting to receive emails from EurekAlert, the science press release service from the American Association ...

Freelance writing can be a lucrative and fulfilling career for ambitious and skilled writers. With the right strategies and dedication, earning $100,000 or more per year as a freelance writer is ...

A new bill, AB 5, that caps freelance journalist submissions may make writing financially unsustainable for many workers even though the legislator behind the law insists that the goal is "to create ...