What is a freelancer?

A freelancer is an individual who chooses what they do each day and on which projects they work. For years, freelancing has been a popular career option but is not often talked about. However, as of December 2017, there are close to 57 million freelancers in the United States alone. This number is expected to grow as more and more people are looking to freelance as a viable way to make a living.

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