Who can become a freelancer?
The short answer is anyone. There are no restrictions as to who can become a freelancer. As long as you have a skill or service that a business or individual needs then you can offer your services and be a freelancer.
Who hires freelancers?
Freelancers are hired by individuals and organisations, including micro enterprises, small and medium sized enterprises, large companies, like Tesco, charities, local and central government, e.g., HM Revenue & Customs, and public bodies.
What services do freelancers offer?
Freelancers offer a diverse set of services. There really isn’t a fixed list. Some services offered by freelancers include:
• event planning and management (e.g., weddings, birthdays, etc.)
• book-keeping & accounting
• car valet
• virtual assistance (e.g., email & diary management, call answering, etc.)
• IT support & customer helpdesk
• Website design & development
As a rule of thumb, if an organisation or individual can micro outsource it, then it can be freelanced!
