VIRTUAL: Make the GIG Economy Work for You PUBLIC WORKSHOP

 Make the GIG Economy Work for You

Led by: CTC Coach: CTC Coach Tim Conway and Job Detective

The Gig Economy now involves 50+ million Americans.  Many are professionals who prefer to work independently while others see this as a path from temporary to permanent employment to even entrepreneurship. 

Terms to describe these professionals: Soloist; Freelancer; Contractor; Consultant.  This form of employment can be part-time or as a full-time career. The sector is vital to understand since you can earn income as a temporary contributor; or as part of an organization you could manage this expanding segment of the workforce.

Learning Objectives:

1. Gain understanding of the significant Gig Economy

2. Increase self-awareness to determine if Gig Economy fits you

3. Grasp self-marketing techniques to position yourself as a viable Soloist

4. Obtain knowledge for the hiring/guidance of Soloists

If you have any questions about accessing the workshop please contact:

Tracy Patton, Client Services Coordinator (Cell: 312-882-3089 or info@ctcchicago.org)

Nadia Whiteside, Program and Coaching Director (Cell: 773-350-0541 or nadia2ctc@gmail.com) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.

Anita Jenke, Executive Director (Cell: 708-785-1938 or ajenke@ctcchicago.org)