It’s great if you’re self-motivated, because it means you can get things done without being micromanaged. It’s also good if you’re a team player, because you’ll need that skill for most jobs. But don’t put those things on your resume, or at least don’t use that particular resume phrasing.

In some areas of the country, school-age children remain at home learning their lessons online because of pandemic restrictions. There is a good chance you feel stretched thin trying to work and juggle the needs of your kids at the same time.

Managers can have a hard time finding workers they really enjoy in the gig economy. If you make yourself stand out in a crowded room (or large roster), you could set yourself up for future jobs, gigs and success.

Starting a new job is exciting and, when you’re a worker in the gig economy, you might have more first-days than others. After a few gigs, your first day excitement might fade a little as you just try to figure out what you need to know and do to get yourself to that first shift.

There’s a lot to love about working from home. Being at home all the time means more time spent with family, more time spent relaxing, and more time spent doing the things you love…in theory.