Not too long ago “working” and “having a job” were kind of the same thing. But in the online economy there are fewer and fewer companies offering jobs. At the same time, the Internet provides opportunities for anyone to contribute their talents. So, more and more people are freelancing. And they are discovering that they prefer their new found freedom above the certainty of the regular paycheck, according to this survey.
Freelancers are happier, prefer freedom above financial security
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