Gen Z Turns to Freelancing Amid AI Job Disruption

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Faced with fewer traditional entry-level roles, Gen Z is embracing freelancing. Over half of young workers are choosing independent work full-time, using it to earn, build skills, and control their careers.

Freelancing also teaches entrepreneurial skills, including client communication, self-direction, and marketing one’s value. Many CEOs are increasing freelance hiring, making independent work a strategic career choice.

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Corporate jobs are shrinking, so freelancing feels safer now. Gen Z prefers flexibility and control over traditional 9–5 uncertainty.

[alex10]

AI may remove some jobs, but it’s also creating new creative roles. Freelancing gives Gen Z the freedom to pivot fast — that’s the real edge.