Gravitas Plus: The Gig Economy: Can you freelance for life?

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  • Опубликовано: 21 сен 2024

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  • @riteshyadav4413
    @riteshyadav4413 2 года назад +931

    One of the most underrated channel.
    Continuously providing great content.

  • @davidterky8914
    @davidterky8914 2 года назад +328

    I realized that Palki’s English, which has Indian accent, is easy on my ears than the standard American/British English. There are no nasal sounds, no twisting of tongue when saying words containing ‘r’ sound, no unnecessary change in stress between syllables within the same word etc. What do you think?

    • @shreeverma8473
      @shreeverma8473 2 года назад +56

      Exactly . This is like a classier version of Indian Accent

    • @ToThoseWhoVanished
      @ToThoseWhoVanished 2 года назад +14

      Neutral accent sounds best

    • @JitzyJT
      @JitzyJT 2 года назад +19

      her accent is not real Indian. It's more of a neutral English accent

    • @smartbaba1321
      @smartbaba1321 2 года назад +2

      Nasal sound ?

    • @WheelOfThought
      @WheelOfThought 2 года назад +42

      @@JitzyJT as an Indian it's the most common Indian accent. Our 2nd generation English learners currently in India has this or closer to this accent including me. And most of us are fine sounding like this.

  • @dayrise7211
    @dayrise7211 2 года назад +309

    Yes, work from home and freelance is future model of work 🙌

    • @Dave_of_Mordor
      @Dave_of_Mordor 2 года назад +3

      what about the benefits?

    • @josephtorres110
      @josephtorres110 2 года назад +1

      tax benefits instead

    • @RobertSalas
      @RobertSalas 2 года назад +20

      Also answer to traffic and have more time with your family.

    • @josephtorres110
      @josephtorres110 2 года назад +9

      @@RobertSalas , even better than an electric car ......0 Gas for the month...

    • @omniamericana2172
      @omniamericana2172 2 года назад +4

      @@Dave_of_Mordor you lose them when you lose your job.

  • @victorvondoom2350
    @victorvondoom2350 2 года назад +261

    Basically am a web developer and it took me years to get good at my craft but still freelance is another skill to learn , being a freelance means to have your own company or business .

    • @crypton_8l87
      @crypton_8l87 2 года назад +21

      No.. to have your own company you have to set it up under the Companies Act of your country.
      As a "freelancer " you're a qualified professional - free to work for any company or organization. The only way to carry your work forward and make yourself known is to 1) incorporate all your past completed projects on your resumé, and put together a portfolio of your past work 2) get a few reference letters from past employers saying you've completed projects with them
      3) build your detailed profile on important professional websites like LinkedIn and other social media sites and let the world know what you do.
      4) actively scout for your next job before you've completed your previous job and let people in your industry know you're ready for your next gig.

    • @lifeisgood2542
      @lifeisgood2542 2 года назад

      you self taught

    • @ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised
      @ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised 2 года назад +1

      @@crypton_8l87 Thank You!

    • @Deb_deCoder
      @Deb_deCoder 2 года назад +9

      @@crypton_8l87 never start with the word "No". Your comment is good but that one initial "No" just destroying mood of readers.

    • @dragon.fromindia3235
      @dragon.fromindia3235 2 года назад +2

      BUY SILVER. SILVER NITRATE IS USED IN ROCKET FUEL AND IN PHARMACY INDUSTRY

  • @johnjuhasz7476
    @johnjuhasz7476 2 года назад +71

    After leaving corporate, I worked 4 years freelancing in the US, and in Europa for 26 years, never regretted it. When it rains, it pours. I never felt insecure being a freelancer.

    • @diauser3327
      @diauser3327 2 года назад +1

      good to know

    • @callous21
      @callous21 2 года назад

      Can I ask what type of work?

  • @rafalemosey7021
    @rafalemosey7021 2 года назад +64

    I am a freelance UI/UX designer. Currently working with an Indian start up as Freelancer💯

    • @sss-kd9md
      @sss-kd9md 2 года назад

      Reactjs?

    • @ariobotgaming
      @ariobotgaming 2 года назад +7

      @@sss-kd9md UI/UX would mean he is responsible for design, wireframe, making a sitemap and handover the prototype of what the product is gonna look like over to the developer team. He would work on softwares like Figma, Adobe XD etc.

    • @sss-kd9md
      @sss-kd9md 2 года назад +1

      @@ariobotgaming thanks for info.

    • @ariobotgaming
      @ariobotgaming 2 года назад +1

      @@sss-kd9md cheers!

    • @rigze1192
      @rigze1192 2 года назад

      How much does a UI/UX designer earn

  • @Essentialoils4ujess-weagle
    @Essentialoils4ujess-weagle 2 года назад +75

    I'm self employed. You can have health insurance, HSA and retirement benefits. You just need to financially plan for those things. And mortgage company's like seeing you use Quickbooks. As long as you've been self employed for 2 years, file a tax return, make enough profit and have good credit you can get a loan.
    I’ve been a “gig worker” since 2008

    • @Healer_work
      @Healer_work 2 года назад +1

      Yes but not all banks or firms agree to lend . But it's good to know about gigs .

    • @Acharjya96
      @Acharjya96 2 года назад

      what's your gig? What according to u are the most imp freelancing jobs in the coming decade?

    • @Essentialoils4ujess-weagle
      @Essentialoils4ujess-weagle 2 года назад

      @@Healer_work I have a regular work history in my field and I've been able to buy a home

    • @Healer_work
      @Healer_work 2 года назад

      @@Essentialoils4ujess-weagle Congratulations and good to know you're doing well

  • @bhajan2011
    @bhajan2011 2 года назад +140

    palki, any subject economy Technology world environment critics you are bang on 👍👏👏🌹
    Proud of you 🤗

  • @rapturedongoyaro2986
    @rapturedongoyaro2986 2 года назад +135

    The secret to be successful in Freelancing is You have to be knowledgeable and be extremely good, preferably the best at what you do on that platform...
    The first gig may not come easily...(I sent out bids for 2 straight months before my first break of $50 job for a high-end legal service) BUT when You get going and You continually improve...folks will beg you to accept $500 - $750 jobs...
    If you're into Tech...(programming, C+, C++, Website building, front and back end and the sorts)
    If you are freaking good, it's almost like Narcotics money...
    With some downside though, you get bored over time... And believe me IT IS TIME CONSUMING...
    You begin to think... is this my path to becoming Elon Musk...?🤷‍♂️
    Hell nah... one would need a big break, coupled with accumulated gains and investments from freelancing...

    • @indianmilitary
      @indianmilitary 2 года назад +1

      Gig economy is not limited to tech contracts

    • @Acharjya96
      @Acharjya96 2 года назад +3

      what's your gig? What according to u are the most imp freelancing jobs in the coming decade?

    • @bhogeshwarjadhav3362
      @bhogeshwarjadhav3362 2 года назад +1

      Hey would you help me to start freelancing...

    • @ankitagarwal5118
      @ankitagarwal5118 2 года назад

      ..

    • @Vlad-bs1js
      @Vlad-bs1js 2 года назад +3

      Becoming a billionaire isn't something one should strive for, given the astronomically low odds, because they face a life of disappointment. Additionally, most of the so-called self made billionaires are only self made in the sense that they didn't necessarily inherit a fortune to work with. However, they were still born in the upper-middle class and received top education, both at home from a young age as well as from attending prestigious universities, which gave them the connections they needed. Additionally, they never had to worry about trivial things such as "how am i going to pay my bills, rent and food without getting a job?", thus being able to invest as much time as they needed to succeed. With that said, they're all highly intelligent people (genetically gifted or just a result of being in the right environment from an early age), but that's only one of the check boxes from an entire manuscript required to get to that level, many of which are completely out of one's hand (life's randomness, RNG, right place right time, etc.).

  • @sanjitabiswas804
    @sanjitabiswas804 2 года назад +190

    As long you have contracts and decent to high paying client
    Yeah entire life is not a issue

    • @indianmilitary
      @indianmilitary 2 года назад +8

      Only a small percentage of people can get "high paying" contract or so called "gigs"

    • @Yogis_BitterTruth_Nirvan
      @Yogis_BitterTruth_Nirvan 2 года назад +8

      @@wynn3077. before India was in even worse situation. there was no electricity, no internet, no bank accounts not even toilets. Modi has done what others could not.

    • @kishaloyb.7937
      @kishaloyb.7937 2 года назад +6

      @@indianmilitary it's all about experience and a proper network. Once you get into this network of "gigs" of your respective field of expertise, you'll never actually run out of job/s. in fact, if you are not careful, you'll most likely be overwhelmed by the projects you've taken and their respective deadlines.

    •  2 года назад

      It's like business only if you think about it

    • @naturelover7979
      @naturelover7979 2 года назад +3

      @@Yogis_BitterTruth_Nirvan Ignore that Crynese bot...

  • @DHaLMediaEnglishOfficial
    @DHaLMediaEnglishOfficial 2 года назад +246

    WION & Palki surprise & amuse me with every topic, story & the coverage.

  • @cremedekhie1982
    @cremedekhie1982 2 года назад +120

    Time spent other than income generating is, for others, more valuable than gold.

  • @racqzgrace848
    @racqzgrace848 2 года назад +25

    I work as an independent teacher and everything she said is on point.

  • @ariobotgaming
    @ariobotgaming 2 года назад +8

    Here's how I'd get into Freelance:
    1. Gain as much skills that will make your life easier when you do start doing gigs.
    2. Once you are 30 start doing gigs during long holidays ( usually getting the 1st client is the hardest part). Do this for the next 10 years.
    3. At 40, assuming you have payed off all your loans and have a house that's truly yours and have additional income streams ( cuz you should) quit the full time and do the gigs from then on, since you would have a decent completion rate by then because u have been doing gigs since the past 10 years, you can basically ask more per hour and you would still get the gig. Now the whole thing could be done sooner asuming you already have a achieved getting a house and enough for your children's education.

  • @ThDaniel
    @ThDaniel 2 года назад +4

    Her dressing sense is top class. Such a beautiful dress she wore for this episode

  • @adammoore7447
    @adammoore7447 2 года назад +106

    Thank you for presenting this. As you said, it's a matter of risk/reward, cost/benefit, plus/minus, etc,...just like everything else in life. I've been working freelance/independent for the last four years, and I don't plan to go back to a "regular/normal" job. It's works for me, but it's not for everyone.

    • @Acharjya96
      @Acharjya96 2 года назад +1

      what's your gig? What according to u are the most imp freelancing jobs in the coming decade?

    • @adammoore7447
      @adammoore7447 2 года назад +8

      @@Acharjya96 I'm a freelance/independent online ESL teacher. As we saw during the pandemic, just about any work/job that doesn't require you to be in a physical place (ie, factory, restaurant, barber shop) can be done online. I'm no physcic, but I see this trend only getting bigger as times goes on.

    • @rinapodder9324
      @rinapodder9324 2 года назад

      @@adammoore7447 Hi Adam are you in facebook... can you please elaborate

    • @adammoore7447
      @adammoore7447 2 года назад +1

      @@rinapodder9324 No, I'm not (no longer) on FB, but what specifically could I elaborate on?

    • @sgerardpandian
      @sgerardpandian 2 года назад +4

      @@rinapodder9324 when he says it's not for everyone, he means people like me. You'll have to have the motivation to work when you don't feel like it. At jobs you have colleagues driving each other. But at home I'm much more procrastinating. Freelancing will be a disaster for me..

  • @Aawaz.
    @Aawaz. 2 года назад +15

    It's been my 2nd-year working remotely for 3 companies. I work as a social media planner, video editor and web developer, 3 job roles for 3 companies and counting.

    • @DIY_Jugad
      @DIY_Jugad Месяц назад

      Hii.... I am a PhD research scholar at IIT Delhi... I am planning my research on gig workers....can we connect anyhow for an informal interview

  • @user-fr8nu9nt9c
    @user-fr8nu9nt9c 2 года назад +92

    Wion always amazes me with their choice of topics.
    A great video as always.

  • @juliuskennethcastillo
    @juliuskennethcastillo 2 года назад +113

    Thank you for this topic Palki, I'm proud to be freelancer :)

    • @shivamgupta2842
      @shivamgupta2842 2 года назад

      what services you provide?

    • @huh..4591
      @huh..4591 2 года назад

      Yes what?

    • @martinlyonga4123
      @martinlyonga4123 2 года назад

      How can I be freelance and where can I find job. I know digital marketing

    • @shivamgupta2842
      @shivamgupta2842 2 года назад +3

      @Zero Netics 😂

    • @martinlyonga4123
      @martinlyonga4123 2 года назад

      @Zero Netics which is the best and reliable site because there are many but I'm kind of confused which to choose

  • @johnkennedy2068
    @johnkennedy2068 2 года назад +12

    Because of the economic crisis and the rate of unemployment, now is the best time to invest and make money 💯

    • @jeanjacobson249
      @jeanjacobson249 2 года назад +1

      I wanted to trade crypto but got confused by the fluctuations in price

    • @marshallshaw8528
      @marshallshaw8528 2 года назад

      It won't bother you if you trade with a professional like Mr Ronald Dickson

    • @terrencekirk4802
      @terrencekirk4802 2 года назад

      Yeah sure,I heard Alot about investments with Mr Ronald Dickson and how good he is, please how safe are the profits

    • @m3lo544
      @m3lo544 2 года назад

      My first Investment with Expert Ronald Dickson has earned me profits of over $24,320 us dollars and ever since then he has been delivering

    • @sylvesterjames8020
      @sylvesterjames8020 2 года назад

      he's obviously the best i invested 2000 USD with him and in 9 days i made a profit of 9102 USD

  • @ericraymond8542
    @ericraymond8542 2 года назад +47

    Becoming Rich is taking the bold step, being financially educated and realizing now that stock, bond, and share's remains currently the most lucrative business in the world both NFT,
    real estate and crypto share's are really positively changing people's life tremendously after been properly guided in risk margin rounding the financial markets

    • @JamesJackson-ih9if
      @JamesJackson-ih9if 2 года назад

      Being successful don't happen by magic, success depend on the action or step you take to achieve it,show me a man who doesn't have investment and I'll tell you how soon he I'll go broke , investment is like building a safe heaven for the future .with the right choice of investment that has at least 1% minimum risk, and with the guidance of an expert, profit and interest should be 90% guarantee.

    • @fredrickhanson5451
      @fredrickhanson5451 2 года назад

      I agree with you 💯%.... I had a Senior colleague at work who was doing well but never had an investment, unfortunately he lost his job and went from leaving a comfortable life to hardship.there would have been something to fallback on if he had an investment,

    • @onyeaguchioma6306
      @onyeaguchioma6306 2 года назад

      @@fredrickhanson5451 Nobody becomes a millionaire or billionaire by working for others and depending on them, Good investment bring millions of USD and consistency bring Billions , the market is all about crypto or you might want to look into it.

    • @olamiakeem6359
      @olamiakeem6359 2 года назад

      @darma zango Everyone deserves a better life, and a better life does not just walk up to you , you have to just work up your way to a better life , and that's by investment , investing rightly with the guidance of an expert, same here I would recommend Mrs Alice foster, she's a life saver.

    • @olamiakeem6359
      @olamiakeem6359 2 года назад

      @darma zango here's her contact info 👇👇

  • @Bhairavvvv
    @Bhairavvvv 2 года назад +21

    Thanks for this report ! I am a gig worker from India and I am very happy with the flexibility it provides

    • @archeops.
      @archeops. 2 года назад

      Can you pls tell what service you offer?

    • @Bhairavvvv
      @Bhairavvvv 2 года назад +2

      @@archeops. web designing

    • @DIY_Jugad
      @DIY_Jugad Месяц назад +1

      Hii.... I am a PhD research scholar at IIT Delhi... I am planning my research on gig workers....can we connect anyhow for an informal interview

  • @MummyTuber
    @MummyTuber 2 года назад +48

    I work gigs and didn't even know about it coz it's a new term for me 😁
    Thanks Palki and thanks Wion

  • @mohammedsiddiqui4361
    @mohammedsiddiqui4361 2 года назад +41

    my favorite, Palki ji always happy to listen your programs. very informative and knowledgeable. thank u😊

    • @pam7791
      @pam7791 2 года назад +1

      Stop simping. ...

    • @mohammedsiddiqui4361
      @mohammedsiddiqui4361 2 года назад

      @@pam7791 i searched its meaning, though every one desire it not necessarily we need to apply them always.

  • @sanjaygowda932
    @sanjaygowda932 2 года назад +2

    Palki is like Maa Parvati's journalist Avatar!!!... Divine😍🙏

  • @mrgadget1485
    @mrgadget1485 2 года назад +7

    Stare at the screen 24/7/365 and then die away - the new Human Experience!

  • @utathya23
    @utathya23 2 года назад +13

    Palki is the ideal woman for one to hang out with...educated, witty and on-point! No BS. I don't know her in person, but if she is kind-hearted and flexible in life, then she is the ideal woman. Any man would be lucky to have her as a wife. We love you Palki.🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍

    • @pings007
      @pings007 2 года назад

      she is married though!

    • @utathya23
      @utathya23 2 года назад

      @@pings007 Unfortunately!!!😥😥😥

  • @anonymousanother1027
    @anonymousanother1027 2 года назад +2

    Palki Sharma Mam take a bow.
    The way you present a topic is absolutely magnificient.
    I wish I had a teacher like you in my school days.
    I probably would have been in much better position.
    You actually resemble a famous character created by Satyajit Ray that is Siddhu Jetha.
    In bengali we call Dad's elder brother as Jetha.
    Siddhu Jetha was a warehouse of knowledge of different fields and used to help a detective to solve critical problems.

  • @abdurrahimwhytea.zanyoh8833
    @abdurrahimwhytea.zanyoh8833 2 года назад +18

    Very novel and interesting topic indeed! I got to know about this topic a month ago in my master’s class presentation at Gothenburg University, when a course mate made presentation on this topic with lots of eye opening information; meanwhile I have been working as a gig myself for the past 8 months as a delivery agent for a food company in Sweden. I totally agree with the downsides of the gig economy shared by Palki, especially in terms of the rights violations, lack of contracts and stability!

  • @prasadsahu3044
    @prasadsahu3044 2 года назад +11

    Yes! GIG-ing is a gamble! But, working life long for companies in "11x mode and getting only 1x in return" is very dis-respectful. GIGs must develop their own products to sell and get good returns. Working life long for companies as employee - is like life-long slavery.

  • @jbevolve2023
    @jbevolve2023 2 года назад +29

    I love this report WION put together. Great to see the stats and excited for the future. Great job WION !

  • @Kiran-eQVsuKMVLQz7eNbd
    @Kiran-eQVsuKMVLQz7eNbd 2 года назад +27

    On the other side of the coin, people usually competed with their own colleagues now they have to compete with an ocean of people, moreover jobsecurity, perks, and all the other things are gone out of the window. Corporates get benefited out of this than the employees. Corporates will save more money than it brings flexibility to employees but anyways people want to hear only pros of flexible working

    • @MetalLunar
      @MetalLunar 2 года назад +2

      I, for one, don't want to be fighting for a job every day, week, or month. Gig work might be great for specialized people, but not for everyday Joe. Companies have already turned many jobs into part-time because they don't want to pay benefits, and I feel that gig work is their next step. Do we really want to see people fight and down bid each other to work at McDonald's? Just look how Uber drivers are doing fighting for more pay and better representation.

    • @Healer_work
      @Healer_work 2 года назад +2

      @@MetalLunar You're right but there is always redressal against the firms, companies for abuse but if you're gig everything is gone. You can't challenge them in court

    • @KaustubhaG
      @KaustubhaG 2 года назад

      More than 80% of entire gig economy violates employment rights of workers of the respective countries they belong to. Gig employment is a very well perpetrated scam by big corporations to evade laws and what not. Governments are aware of it but don't act because they too are part of the same ecosystem to allow the mafia to survive. For a lot of people so called gig economy doesn't work for long and they suffer. The economy and the money it gives is like drugs and sex that people get addicted to and cant survive for long. The presenter has only shown the gig business as an appeasement to corporates. Under the hood the entire economy is an ecosystem of illegal and sham worker abusive contracts.

    • @amazepk
      @amazepk 2 года назад

      Atleast someone talks in senses

    • @complexysr
      @complexysr 2 года назад

      This is true only till the gig worker does NOT buy an automated lead generation system.

  • @Johnny-dp5mu
    @Johnny-dp5mu 2 года назад +9

    A gig jobs
    Basically self employed
    Running your own small business
    Nice nothing new.
    Well said both pro and con
    All the very best in health and prosperity

  • @anastasianeo1856
    @anastasianeo1856 2 года назад +12

    The presenter is very articulate and easy to follow & understand!

  • @GururajBN
    @GururajBN 2 года назад +66

    Very innovative of you to select a novel topic for the presentation. Isn’t it almost same as WFH? In UK, some big employers require the GIG workers to set up a one man company, before giving a contract.

  • @cyborg6294
    @cyborg6294 2 года назад +16

    I am working from home since 2016, it is not that easy, I have my freedom and feel really free but this type of job only for disciplined people, it is not for everyone. At last I love my job even when I work sometimes 14-16 hours in day, other times 6-8 hours.

  • @soaringeagle3253
    @soaringeagle3253 2 года назад +7

    WION without Palki is not WION. She is a legendary anchor. She is very insightful in her researched current world stories. Proud of you Palki Sharma ❤️.

  • @shivinunitholi2493
    @shivinunitholi2493 2 года назад +2

    So happy to have quit my 9-5 working for toxic bosses for 13+ years. Quit in 2020 which was the biggest risk but today I feel it was totally worth it. Today, I don't need a boss who would promise me a raise that wud never happen.

  • @omerabdullah7957
    @omerabdullah7957 2 года назад +1

    Finally after 22 years someone has reported on my work/lifestyle. Been at it since 1998 and dont know what the inside of an office looks like.

  • @JaisimhaAllalghatta
    @JaisimhaAllalghatta 2 года назад +4

    In 1998 I quit Defence and have been doing project based freelance works. It has been beyond awesome all along.
    Thanks to this video now I know I have been a gig all along ,😀

  • @amazepk
    @amazepk 2 года назад +2

    Freelancing is not a joke, its a complete set of skill including marketing, business handling ,the actual skill required to complete the task and what not, some days u will be earning lakhs and someday month will pass by without any client, so essentially zero ,the uncertainity is what the major issue here, trust me I am telling from my personal experience..

    • @complexysr
      @complexysr 2 года назад +1

      It (uncertainty) can be mitigated drastically by buying yourself an automated lead generation system.

  • @phoebeharris8728
    @phoebeharris8728 2 года назад +14

    Trading with an expert is the best strategy for newbies and busy investors who have little or no time to monitor trade

    • @emilyella899
      @emilyella899 2 года назад

      _Trading in forex requires an expert, account analysts or you gonna win today and blow off your entire account the next day*_

    • @michaelwilliams2577
      @michaelwilliams2577 2 года назад

      Hello, I'm new to forex and bitcoin/ethereum trade and I have been mrecentlyaking huge losses but I see a lot of people earning from it. Can someone please tell me what i'm doing wrong

    • @johnnybarbara6235
      @johnnybarbara6235 2 года назад

      As a beginner who don't understand how Bitcoin trade really works and you really want to make profit from it. I will advise you to first start working with a professional broker

    • @liamliam2930
      @liamliam2930 2 года назад

      I invested $2000 with Mrs Tracy and I made huge profit of $6800 and I reinvest more after than

    • @nancydaniel5301
      @nancydaniel5301 2 года назад

      expert Mrs Tracy ! I saw this recommendation some time ago. I ignored it only to see that someone is earning from her.

  • @TheEGA4421
    @TheEGA4421 2 года назад +17

    If anyone wishes to use gig work for the long haul then they should do their homework on what they have to offer to companies. Then set an end time (e.g., like six months or one year timeframes) in the event there is not enough work.

  • @rajeevpabley2823
    @rajeevpabley2823 2 года назад +6

    This concept has been there for a long time with Mariners.
    Mariners work on a ship and take a break after that. They make their availability known and rejoin accordingly.

  • @TinTin2014
    @TinTin2014 2 года назад +25

    Right topic. Timely topic. Thank you Palki

  • @krishnendughosh4147
    @krishnendughosh4147 2 года назад +2

    Working as a freelancer for more than 6 years in Fiverr. Yes I can say their has less stability in work flow but I have freedom. I do work anytime from anywhere. That`s an advantage.

  • @jeffmorrison2915
    @jeffmorrison2915 2 года назад +4

    Recipe for happiness: Regular job + side gig. at least until gig picks up. And you’d better do something web-based: minimum oversight, maximum customer outreach.

  • @guv88
    @guv88 2 года назад +6

    Gig worker a modern term, but such temp work has existed for many years as contract work or temp work. I have contracted for many years and wouldn't change it for any permanent job, it's great to know the so called gig working is thriving, however here in the UK in 2020 the IR35 legislation was passed by the government and has pretty much killed the entire freelance / contractor sector. Freelance / contract workers suffering, companies suffering because they can't get the talent on temp basis, it's a complete shambles and the UK government is always right and knows what's best of course!! You can look into this and reconfirm your stats.
    Palki the best news anchor in the world, keep up the good work.

  • @vigsbond
    @vigsbond 2 года назад +16

    This was well presented in terms of pros vs cons. I like Palki's presentation.

  • @jayc6159
    @jayc6159 2 года назад +2

    I’m Gen X I’ve done gig work the last 3 years, I never want to go back to traditional 9-5. I am happy with the flexibility, work the jobs I want and have a vacation day anytime I want.

  • @d0cn0tes
    @d0cn0tes 2 года назад +4

    I'll believe in the Gig economy when WiON allows Palki to work from home.

  • @adeshjadhav6618
    @adeshjadhav6618 2 года назад +2

    I just entered in the field of freelancing and content creation on RUclips after quitting my regular job and taking risks... I don't where and how this goes... But I like to take risks and make my life journey full of adventures.

  • @josephtorres110
    @josephtorres110 2 года назад +15

    Thank you for Educating us on this employment sector

  • @omenquant7337
    @omenquant7337 2 года назад +1

    i've been IT contracting since 1995; no problems...

  • @JoelJohnson24
    @JoelJohnson24 2 года назад +8

    I dont think I'll ever work a regular 9 to 5 ever. I make 1 to 1.5 lakhs per month as a 23 yr old writer & I only work approximately 16 hrs a week. I could be making much more if I worked 40-50 hrs/ week. Always choose work life balance over more money!

  • @wardenofthelight1122
    @wardenofthelight1122 2 года назад +2

    Filipino here ya'll! A lot of gigs in the Philippines pay super low, from truck drivers, motorcycle/ taxi drivers, entertainers, and a lot more. If you are a Filipino who wishes for a stable income, employment benefits, medical care, and savings, I advise you to look for the right kind of job and strive to become a regular worker in that job cuz it is more worth it for Filipino lifestyle and can provide you more benefits in the future. Only work for gigs if you are ready enough to face the cons and have enough resources, skills, talents, and experiences to win over your competitors in the market.

  • @dsinghr
    @dsinghr 2 года назад +3

    The biggest problem is the lack of commitment from gig workers (most of the time).

  • @spane5mixline
    @spane5mixline 2 года назад +2

    people around the world are yet to discover WION trust me. I value it so much that i'm so tempted to huddle it from friends. WION is taking over!

  • @Amazingpally
    @Amazingpally 2 года назад +1

    It is surprising how many humans do not feel they have the divine right to experience an abundant life. This is so sad, when you consider that true abundance isn't something bought, or given, it is something that is shared. Till at last we rise forever in the arms of perfect love.

  • @toshibatewari5926
    @toshibatewari5926 2 года назад +7

    I've been freelancing for almost 10yrs. I have control over my hours and life+ I make what people make working full time. There is stress but it's all in my control. You have to be very good at what you do and you will not be short for work. That's the key- keep upskilling and be great at what you do. Freelancing is amazing!

    • @sharmisthachakraborty4319
      @sharmisthachakraborty4319 2 года назад

      What kinda freelancing do u do

    • @cassia2707
      @cassia2707 2 года назад

      Just a naïve kid here…what kind of education do we need to start off?

    • @toshibatewari5926
      @toshibatewari5926 2 года назад +1

      @@sharmisthachakraborty4319 I'm an HR consultant and facilitator

    • @toshibatewari5926
      @toshibatewari5926 2 года назад +1

      @@cassia2707 what do you enjoy doing coz in today's world you can freelance anything. I'm an HR consultant I've tied up with vendors who do my biz dev work. If you are good at technology you can become a tech trainer if you are good tons of money in that. Organizations will line up for you. Remember the key is do what it enjoy, upskill always and have a growth plan in place. I have all the benefits of the corporate world without the unnecessary stress. Yes, things like health benefits and dental plan I have my own. That's a small inconvenience compared to the freedom and the money I make. I make more than most full timers. All the best👍💯

    • @cassia2707
      @cassia2707 2 года назад

      @@toshibatewari5926 Thanks for your input! Keep it up you too!

  • @Trinergy-Livewire
    @Trinergy-Livewire 2 года назад +3

    Yes. A "job" has the stigma of "building someone else's dreams" instead of your own...which is true without performance compensation in the way of profit sharing and bonuses. A gig worker seldom feels "owned". Gigs provide space and time to continue building YOUR dreams!!

  • @KDM-1
    @KDM-1 2 года назад +2

    Only Channel which produces LEGIT content which is delivered by a superbly LEGIT anchor/news reader/Journalist like Palki ji…

  • @umongshingmarma047
    @umongshingmarma047 2 года назад +9

    very well explained...Palki Sharma Upadhay always nails it when portraying a story

  • @amulyamalhi
    @amulyamalhi 2 года назад +3

    Excellent Video. I have been a freelancer since one year and as per my experience freelancing has more pros than cons. It's all about delivering high-quality service and finding high-paying clients. Believe me, my clients from USA are the best as they value my work by offering me extra money in the form of a tip. Americans Rock!

    • @hindimusichits4500
      @hindimusichits4500 2 года назад

      What job do u do as a freelancer?

    • @amulyamalhi
      @amulyamalhi 2 года назад

      @@hindimusichits4500 Hello. I am a market researcher. Thanks!

  • @starkeyanthony6077
    @starkeyanthony6077 2 года назад

    Wow, Sonie you look absolutely stunning, adorable, and radiant, your saree color combinations it's so elegant and a touch of class Sonie.
    You know what you are the first to present the GIG Economy risk analysis so insightful.
    Yes, I'm on the same page with you .....With Cloud computing, millennials prefer to work remotely / at home ..this reduces the amount of nitrogen dioxide, which is the main pollutant generated by traffic emissions, by around 10%. The other part of the future is that we are moving to a hybrid world, office downsizings are coming, and the glut of office space continues to grow.
    Thanks for Sharing your thoughts Sonie. You are the reason most of us are listing to the news again. I"m positive Gravitas news network will achieve the highest ratings.
    Take care Sonie may God keep you safe and bless you and your loved ones with never-ending happiness

  • @theurbanphilosopherz
    @theurbanphilosopherz 2 года назад +8

    The reason i like what she bring.
    Blood batteries
    The looting of Africa
    And the one on sleep are good clips by Palki. Like the channel.

  • @rohitdhama3033
    @rohitdhama3033 2 года назад

    I have seen a lot of people from different countries watching this channel just because of her courage. Her work is to awaken people who are living in dark. There are still so many hidden things which should be highlighted . I don’t know why people watch others channels whereas everything we can get good knowledge here.

  • @zenhobbit1998
    @zenhobbit1998 2 года назад +1

    I'm a freelance and I enjoy it. My money flows in from Europe and USA I should be exempted from taxes.

  • @Rishabh-Dev
    @Rishabh-Dev 2 года назад +3

    Few years ago, i was making 10-12k a month as a freelancer.
    Now i am 26 and i make more than 1lkh per month as a full-time freelancer.
    Expertise mainly in Advertising and Crypto. ✌️

    • @ShyamSunder-yk8zj
      @ShyamSunder-yk8zj 10 месяцев назад

      Can you please tell me how did you get your first project? 🙏

  • @jairajsingh3209
    @jairajsingh3209 2 года назад +4

    Wion not only provide information but also empowers personally thanks to palki mam🙏. She inspires me a lot.

  • @rooneypushkin
    @rooneypushkin 2 года назад

    Although gig workers have the lucrative option of working for multiple companies and donning different roles, this is a path that requires you to tread through rough waters. I work as a contractual creative content professional in broadcast media and my journey has been a mix of triumphs and failures. Yes, Gig workers are more anxious about the finances because they don't want blank months(gaps) to be reflected in their work history but your worth is calculated on the last project you undertook. Growth and Flexibility is dependent on the companies you work with - a company might offer you stable income without you being a part of the organisation for a considerable period or you might take different roles to increase your intake during a specified period. India still has to go miles for gig workers. A traditional job is valued much more than gigs. Marriage, Finances, Loans - all favour traditional jobs.

  • @smartbaba1321
    @smartbaba1321 2 года назад +2

    Am a freelancer, digital marketing executive.
    😎😎😎

  • @AhJodie
    @AhJodie 2 года назад +3

    You look just fabulous in this video! Gig working is cool.... things change and people change to survive, and live their lives. This video made me immediately go to find gig work, lol, seriously, and changed my whole attitude to positive and adventurous!

  • @MrDadyD
    @MrDadyD 2 года назад +17

    Gig economy is just another way for companies to avoid responsibility and not paying benefits (pensions, taxes and health insurrance). Luckily they are clamping down on this in the EU. Claiming that young people want this is utter bullshit. They have no choice and end up getting scewed over when its time to buying houses or go into pensions.
    Edit: Let’s also not forget that in some countries you will not get unemployment benefits unless you have additional insurance.

    • @JK-gu3tl
      @JK-gu3tl 2 года назад +2

      Government breaks your legs and offer you crutches.

    • @vibhorejaiswal2997
      @vibhorejaiswal2997 2 года назад

      Any job which requires certain amount off time period or has set a target is not gig and will companies pay for pensions,health insurances off freelancers..lol

  • @rhushsnr
    @rhushsnr 2 года назад +3

    Palki is looking gorgeous tonight 😊

  • @ondeckeo709
    @ondeckeo709 2 года назад +9

    The Gig Economy is well explained!!

  • @VishalYadav-bx2li
    @VishalYadav-bx2li 2 года назад +1

    9 to 5 is good... But it is becoming 9am-10pm at home.
    freedom of choosing shift time is basically becoming health hazard.

  • @thewastore
    @thewastore 2 года назад +6

    You are just amazing and thank for keeping Indian Handloom on top

  • @GtownFireDog
    @GtownFireDog 2 года назад +3

    you can't grow seeds with a computer or make a house unless the computer can do physical labour

  • @navneet2649
    @navneet2649 2 года назад +1

    This is real NEWS! No need of a TV connection and 50 News channel when u have WION with you! 🙏🏻🔥❤️

  • @HersonBagay
    @HersonBagay 2 года назад +1

    I'm a dishwasher at a busy restaurant, I work remotely at whatever schedule I desire

  • @guestuser6143
    @guestuser6143 2 года назад +1

    Really informative and insightful ! Gig work format is the best option for self employment ,talent monetization,passion driven careers and work-life balance .

  • @lalitfauzdar3873
    @lalitfauzdar3873 2 года назад

    I am a founder of a service based software agency and I've interacted with many of such gig workers. On a typical project, they earn at around 6-7K per day per project sitting in their home, and there's an abundance of Gig workers from poor countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka etc. There are many Indians too but they lack the free-lancing aspect and work like a typical job. Also, Indians over-sell and over-charge while others under-charge and take less time.
    But, Free-lancing is growing, we discuss it sometimes and the reason that I feel is lack of satisfaction (or increased greed, who knows) with their earnings. I've interacted with people earning up to 70LPA and still working as free-lancers.
    Even I had worked as a Free-lancer and the earning you touch while doing it is incomparable to most of the jobs but it takes a lot of toll on your health, on your sleeping cycle, on people close to you.

  • @husaindaud5569
    @husaindaud5569 2 года назад +1

    I am a freelance anaesthesiologist, working for almost 35 hospital setups in the radius of 3 km from my house. They call me 🆘 if I am free and my phone is on, else someone else does the same. Charges are the same, I can take rest when I feel like, I can shunt my work to my colleagues .
    Yes the only drawback is no fixed income , most of the times it's more but it may even be zero
    I need not meet an HR for appraisal, or a corporate house for an interview.
    Yes it is difficult for me to explain others WHERE DO I WORK.

    • @complexysr
      @complexysr 2 года назад

      Buy yourself an automated lead generation system to counter the drawbacks.

  • @srikanthdevanathan1561
    @srikanthdevanathan1561 2 года назад +2

    Missed one thing...gig workers pay less tax than the traditional worker.

  • @prabeshguragain4463
    @prabeshguragain4463 2 года назад +1

    And as a intermediate software engineer, I am not getting any offers even for 3$ per hour with 20+ proposals. It's a battleground.

  • @shivanshpatel4072
    @shivanshpatel4072 2 года назад

    i am not a freelancer but i work as a remote fullstack devloper and i can say one thing this job really give me control over my life

  • @andylim3810
    @andylim3810 2 года назад +1

    true, there is no retirement work or medical benefits. But its also suitable for retiree who still have an income & are able to work

  • @marasimix9369
    @marasimix9369 2 года назад +2

    Pack your bags & go on a 6 month trip around India! ❤✌

  • @JINNIBOO4477
    @JINNIBOO4477 2 года назад +1

    I can't arrive anywhere at a certain time people tell me I live free and somehow I have this beautiful home by gig work cuz when you do get work you work at your own pace

  • @Mimi25291
    @Mimi25291 2 года назад +2

    As in terms is the issues with renting etc and looking stable you will create your own agency so you are not hustling for project works rather you are tendering for them as your own entrepreneurial business. Many people with start their agencies to hook in constant project work.

  • @kimroberts7050
    @kimroberts7050 2 года назад +2

    Freelancing is good and provides flexibility but the con is not having medical or dental coverage. I work for the government here in the USA and have great coverage. $10 co-pay for medical and $5 for meds. I do have a side business as a plan B. Almost ready to retire !

  • @kalyand75
    @kalyand75 2 года назад +3

    have been a freelancer for more than 10 years and its rewarding, satisfying and it cuts the crap

    • @indianmilitary
      @indianmilitary 2 года назад

      gig economy is not limited to high paying contracts or self employment. it is not a choice either for millions.

    • @rinapodder9324
      @rinapodder9324 2 года назад

      @kalyan das what freelance do u do... can u please guide...

    • @kalyand75
      @kalyand75 2 года назад

      @@rinapodder9324 I develop/design softwares. Initially stared with 1 client later added some more. There comes a point when the clients becomes your repeating customers. You then no longer have to hunt for projects. In lot of cases it becomes a permanent wfh option, just like a job. Initially it is a little tough but over time it becomes easier. The most important thing is I can work from anywhere, next month will be heading for the hills and will work from there ... cheers

    • @kalyand75
      @kalyand75 2 года назад

      @@indianmilitary that is true, I agree. And you need to be on your toes all the time. But if have the right skills and ability to learn/ and adopt fast then its pays much more

    • @rinapodder9324
      @rinapodder9324 2 года назад

      @@kalyand75 hi Kalyan da... as youtube I am not able to ask... ur number...can I contact you in facebook... ur Id dada... need to know more

  • @uniqualessolutions2024
    @uniqualessolutions2024 2 года назад +3

    Freelancing is flexible and gives lot opportunities but you have to continuously moving upgrading skills can't really settle for ordinary

  • @saivignesh837
    @saivignesh837 2 года назад

    I like it when she says palki sharma upadhya!! She is beauty and brains!!

  • @lau7481
    @lau7481 2 года назад +2

    Think,how much money is saved in rents,buildings with providing gyms,cafes etc.
    Sounds good.

  • @Mimi25291
    @Mimi25291 2 года назад +2

    The uk has a long way to come still compared to USA

  • @navinvijay8075
    @navinvijay8075 Год назад

    Thank you for the great explanation
    I have a few questions as a newbie in this topic
    Q1. Are Gig Jobs giving substantial income for the workers?
    Q3. Whether they are getting employment whole year or seasonal demand?
    Q4. How are the firms paying who hire gig workers?
    Q5. How do you think the government can help gig workers?
    Q6. Should the firms give the same employee benefits to gig workers also?
    Q7. How is their work life balance?
    Q8. What is their work culture like?
    Request anyone to please help. Maybe one line answers would be of great help

  • @SuperDeepesh
    @SuperDeepesh 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for your view on the gig economy. Proud to say I am a "freelancer" atleast now 😅.

  • @rockstar2107
    @rockstar2107 2 года назад +4

    It’s never 9 to 5. It’s 9 to 9 or 9 to 12