When we released The Upwork 100, a list of the 100 most in-demand skills on Upwork in Q3 of 2019, we shared a few observations from our chief economist, Adam Ozimek, PhD. His highlights included the global demand for U.S.-based talent and the higher rates commanded by professionals whose skills are included on the list. What other insights that can...

Work is increasingly being done away from the office, something that can have numerous benefits for companies and workers alike—but maybe not for your social life. Time spent in the office helps foster strong relationships, which in turn can leave us feeling happier, less stressed, and more recharged. In contrast, working alone could be fuelling a...

We often talk about remote work and self-employment as lifestyle choices—and for many people, they are. But for others, they can be an open door where there have otherwise been dead ends. Location is a barrier that often doesn’t need to exist According to Freelancing in America 2019, 46 percent of freelancers said freelancing gives them flexibility...

It takes structure, resources, and an appropriate culture for an organization to support remote work and a flexible workforce—both of which are important for recruitment and retention as well as access to independent talent. Companies of all sizes are testing ideas and learning to adapt, but it can be a more complex shift within enterprise organizations....

We value diversity in the workplace but sometimes lose sight of the experiences and values that shape those varied opinions and ideas. That’s why perspective and empathy are critical soft skills in today’s workplace; they can be essential to good collaboration and navigating through misunderstandings. Division across generational lines is a common...

What are your competitors prioritizing as we head toward 2020? The Upwork 100 is a quarterly index that ranks the top 100 skills—skills that have grown quickly and experienced a high level of demand on Upwork in Q3 of 2019. The list: Sheds light on current trends in the independent labor market and tech industry Serves as a barometer of the skills...