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August 2024 Newsletter
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Shattering the Shackles: Embracing Your Limitless Potential in the Gig Economy
In the fast-paced world of the gig economy, freelancers and micro-entrepreneurs often find themselves relying on mental crutches – excuses that hold them back from reaching their full potential. These crutches, like the glass partition in the aquarium that separated...
7 Ways for Micro-Entrepreneurs to Thrive in a Garden of Growth
Every so often, we pause to absorb not just the visible blossoms but the entire garden—the unseen roots and the soil that sustains them. Such was my reflection when a subscriber to my newsletter shared their solitude amidst a world teeming with seemingly flourishing...
The Freedom to Learn & Thrive Through Entrepreneurship
The last few years have been very robust in terms of the growth of entrepreneurship, micro entrepreneurship in particular. I am often asked the question; What is the difference between entrepreneurship and micro entrepreneurship. Micro entrepreneurship simply refers...
July 2024 Newsletter
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What Does The Biden Administration’s New Gig Workers Rule Mean For You?
A significant number of workers in the country are categorized as independent contractors. Although gig work provides flexibility, it is widely recognized that gig workers don't receive the same benefits and protections as regular employees. They are not protected by...
Using Micro-Influencers To Grow/Promote Your Business
Using micro-influencers to grow and promote your business can be an effective and cost-efficient strategy. Micro-influencers, typically defined as social media influencers with a following of 1,000 to 100,000, have high engagement rates and often a loyal and targeted...
AI: Shaping the Future of Gig Work
Upon opening ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) platform, I am presented with four automated suggestions: Write a Python script to automate sending daily email reports Write a thank you note to my interviewer Create a content calendar for a TikTok account Plan a...
Tips To Create Stability As A Gig Worker
The job market is constantly evolving, and gig workers have become a significant and growing part of the workforce. While gig work offers flexibility and independence, it also presents financial challenges that traditional employees may not face. Gig work is...
Success Stories Of Entrepreneurs Who Started In The Gig Economy
The gig economy has been a launching pad for numerous successful entrepreneurs who started with freelance or short-term gigs and eventually built thriving businesses. Here are some inspiring success stories: 1. Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia (Airbnb) Brian Chesky and Joe...