Diane MulCahy
The Gig Economy
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Episode Notes (by minute):
-2:00 - How the generation of people of having multiple gigs at the same time is currently here and is emerging
-3:30 - Why companies are the latest to adopt flexible work and allow employees and contractors to work independently
-6:30 - How availability and discoverability of potential knowledge and high-quality work opportunities is moving to tech platforms and apps
-9:30 - How sharing with friends and trusted peers at networking events can help you transition
-12:30 - The importance of effectively being on a permanent career campaign
-16:00 - “work is a thing that you do, not a place that you go.”
-17:30 - Why the current work environment is likely going to remain generally as-is, as people and companies have gotten used to working at home and remotely
-20:30 - The importance of clear and regular communication between freelance/independent/contract workers and their employers
-23:00 - How Diane has been approaching digital networking events and the importance of inbound marketing for getting leads to come to you
-29:00 - Three steps to transition to working independently:
develop an opportunity mindset
develop an exit strategy
always have a side gig
(Note: these are quick notes and takeaways by David Nebinski. Please see the episode for more accurate information)
Published Date: 2/18/21