Summary of Adam Sinicki's Thriving in the Gig Economy

Book excerpt: Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 Working gigs online can generate a little side income, or you can completely change your lifestyle and remove the shackles of 9-to-5 office work. You can become a digital nomad and travel the world while working online, or you can elevate your own rising star and design your dream job. The Web can make it happen. #2 The gig economy refers to the plethora of short-term work and contracts. This is driven by companies that hire staff for individual projects and pay them on a per-job or hourly basis rather than offering them a full-term employment contract. #3 The freelancing option in the tech industry is a great way to make money. However, it’s not for everyone, so it’s important to understand the pros and cons of the job before deciding to take it on. #4 There are limits to this flexibility, of course. If you continually shirk on your deadlines, people will stop working with you. And if your contract requires you to be online during certain hours, you can’t pack in early without telling anyone.