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This week's entries include...

• Coaches Corner

  • Productivity Tip of the Week

  • Statistic of the Week

  • Coming up in next week’s webinar…

Feature Article

2024 In-Demand Skills: Unprecedented Growth in AI and Emergent Skills for Uniquely Human Work

This week, our Coach Yvette Vink shared some insights from Upwork Research about the benefits of keeping up with AI…

You’ve already got your professional expertise. Adding AI skills alongside that genuine work expertise has been shown to boost earnings for freelancers.

Those who leverage generative AI tools also enjoy a steady demand for their services, which means they can look forward to stability in their field.

Moreover, the rise of AI has created a demand for project managers who can oversee and optimize these technologies, as they alleviate mundane tasks, and allow managers to focus their time and skill on more strategic endeavors.

This trend underscores the importance of integrating AI into the freelance landscape to enhance productivity and profitability.

Here is the link for a complimentary 30 minute call with Certified Barefoot Consultant Coach Yvette Vink

READ THE FULL ARTICLE…

Productivity Tip of the Week

Have you explored LinkedIn Learning Labs, yet?

Head over to this resource to validate and polish up your current skills. And if you’re looking for more opportunities as a freelancer, LinkedIn Learning’s AI Certifications may be your best next step to level up your skills.

Find out more about LinkedIn Learning in this article

Statistic of the Week

What are the most valued benefits of freelancing according to our community? 

It may be no surprise that for Baby Boomers, earning extra money ranks highest, with flexibility, control and autonomy following closely as common themes throughout the survey.

Working with a coach can help you make the leap from where you are… to freelancing freedom, faster!

Get in touch with us at [email protected] to arrange a Clarity Call with Winton. Together, you’ll discuss your experience and goals and he’ll advise you on next steps to working with one of our Certified Barefoot Consultants Coaches.

Coming up in next week’s webinar…

Ignite your Momentum with an Irresistible Profile!

Prepare to Find Out… 

• What are the Top 3 benefits of a great profile?

• What features are most important – even essential – to have in your profile that will ensure it gets a buyer’s attention?

• What makes up a profile?

• How to maximize effectiveness in each section…

• And more….!

We’ll see you there!

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