Marcin Zgola is an Entrepreneur with 20 years of IT experience and founder of the Wage marketplace, which bridges the gap for solopreneurs.
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It’s never been more apparent: Today’s office workers are seeking drastic change. The gig economy, which gained popularity in 2008–09 when the financial crisis forced many individuals to resort to task-based labor, has become a much-desired career path. As the CEO of a platform for gig workers, this shift in perception of the gig economy comes as no surprise, considering it offers flexibility, solid wages, a variety of tasks and no boss. Whether an individual is looking to supplement their household income or shift entirely away from the day-to-day grind of office work, the gig economy can be a no-strings-attached option to achieve both these goals.
Gig work can serve as a springboard for individuals looking to earn extra income. They can supplement and diversify the income with tasks they enjoy, at rates they…