Ever since COVID-19 came and countries went into lockdown, companies have been forced to work remotely – many for the first time ever. We spoke to Marwan Abdelaziz, the fully remote CEO of Ureed.com, for more on his experience managing a team remotely amid a pandemic and the expansion of his business.
The programme is an opportunity for youth to gain free nanodegrees to help them become better suited for a world that is going all-digital.
The main attraction of freelancers to business owners is their potential to save costs. This makes them an essential tool for the health and overall growth of businesses. That’s why every 3 in 4 employers prefer hiring freelancers.
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Many people believe that there isn’t enough money in freelance work. But I’m here to share my story and shatter that myth once and for all.
Pakistan emerged 8th in the list of fastest-growing freelance markets in the world, with a 68% increase in year-on-year revenue. Leading the pack are the Philippines and India whose gig revenues increased by 208% and 160% respectively.
With COVID-19 causing travel restrictions around the globe, many people’s travel & work abroad plans have been derailed, and virtual expats are now on the rise.
Startups need support in these trying times, and the best way for them to get it is by hiring freelancers. From cost-effectiveness to flexibility, freelancers can help startups scale and avoid failure.
The partnership, announced in early September, is a move by both parties to capitalize on the surge of online shopping witnessed since the outbreak of the pandemic early on in the year.
One of the biggest wake up calls for businesses in 2020 is that old & tired methods of recruitment won’t work in the age of COVID19 – or perhaps ever again.
The survey, carried out by Bayt.com between 24th July and 29 August of this year, gives an insight into the current hiring trends in the region and how they have been affected by the spread of COVID-19.
