Should you go freelance? Here’s what you need to know about the gig economy

Gig economy workers lack the financial safety nets enjoyed by full-time employees. Image: Rodeo Project Management Software/Unsplash
Anna Bruce-Lockhart
Editorial Lead, World Economic Forum
Kate Whiting
Senior Writer, Formative Content

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