Yesterday was National Freelancers Day and so we thought we’d delve a little deeper into what it means to be a freelancer and the credibility attributed to such a status.
The goals of yesterday’s National Freelancer Day were as follows:
- To help freelancers talk knowledgeably about the value they bring to British industry
- To help British industry tap into that value
- To secure the support of ministers who can help stimulate the sector
- To create a useful flow of information and a more sophisticated talent market
‘NFD is all about Freelancing, a chance to highlight the value and contribution of the UK Freelance Sector, 1.56 million people who really are a fundamental to the economy in the UK and our prospects of recovery.’
John Brazier, Managing Director of PCG the organisation behind National Freelancers Day, commented:“Last year over a million people were touched by National Freelancers Day and many of them had serious questions about the business of freelancing. This year we have reached out to experts across the world to answer these questions across a series of webinars for freelancers on our website. NFD is more than a day and this treasure trove of advice ensures the initiative will still be relevant and used long after 23 November 2011.”
David Cameron sent his wishes to freelancers yesterday on NFD.
‘I am once again very pleased to send my best wishes to all freelancers on National Freelancers Day. I have a huge respect for all those who make the brave decision to branch out on their own and take control over the way they work. This Government recognises the valuable contribution that freelancers make to the economy and, as more and more people choose to join your ranks, you have all our support.’
You can catch up on what happened yesterday by watching The Freelance Lecture.
[image courtesy of http://www.nationalfreelancersday.org.uk]
