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Freelancing: Pandemic Perks

  • Writer: Carla Romero
    Carla Romero
  • May 22, 2020
  • 2 min read

Updated: May 26, 2020


Freelancing
Freelancing: Pandemic Perks


For months we've been locked and secured behind our doors because of the COVID19 Pandemic. Stuck and bored, a lot of us are troubled with the outside world. Filipino employees are shocked to hear about the extension of the community quarantine. Many lost have lost their jobs due to the pandemic. Truly a devastating event we are witnessing right now.



The Situation: Pandemic


Weeks have passed since the quarantine started. Needs rise as supplies go down. Breadwinners are stranded into their homes because of the limitations applied by the quarantine, troubling families to where they would get their needs.


Despite this situation, many Filipinos saw this as an opportunity to focus on what they can do. What activity can generate income without risking your safety going outside? That's right, freelancing. Right now, as we get through this pandemic, doing a remote job is one way to support financial needs.


The Solution: Freelancing


Channeling all efforts, Filipino employees tapped into the world of Freelancers. It is a new ground which opens many possibilities and opportunities for our fellow workers. As of now, the population of the freelancing community is expanding.

The results are not shocking, for we know that freelancing involves a broad list of jobs. Platforms such as Upwork are being used to seek job opportunities. Remember that employees are not the only ones who are stuck at their home, employers as well. Hundreds of jobs are posted online, giving opportunities to freelancers daily.

However, competition is hard right now because of the situation. You can explore fields that are currently in demand and might get your interest. Take Virtual assistance as an example. Employers around the world hire Filipino Virtual assistants, and the success of this career is promising.



Act now and stay productive


Starting a freelancing career is challenging, but the hardships will pay off. Freelancing platforms are present around the internet offering hundreds and thousands of jobs. To start, you can enroll in an Online Freelancing Course available right now.

Integrating the free time we have to productivity is vital in this kind of situation. The freelance world is offering an opportunity to continue providing in any instance. Right now, while we're waiting for the solution to this pandemic, we can wait it out by assessing financial needs.

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