5 Undeniable Reasons to Hire a Freelancer

Freelancers are a growing part of the global workforce - so much so that they now make up 35% of the employed population in the United States. Freelancers have obvious reasons for choosing their path; the ability to work from home, setting their own hours, etc. But as a hiring manager, department lead, or business owner, what advantages would your company gain by outsourcing work to a freelancer?

Before we proceed, let's get one thing straight... The term "freelancer" or "independent contractor" is often given a negative connotation. A freelancer doesn't have to be the guy in New Delhi designing websites out of his basement for $10 or the college student with little experience looking to expand their portfolio. The freelancers I'm referring to in this article are the experienced professionals dedicated to providing top-quality work, with proven results and a list of references to back them up.

"Freelancers have allowed us to achieve things that would have been impossible otherwise." - Beth Granai, Co-founder of Outta the Park Eats (North Carolina)

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