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Gig Platforms Gig Platforms Name Description Marketplace for work that requires human intelligence; based on the idea that there are still many things that human beings can do Amazon Mechanical Turk much more effectively than computers, such as identifying objects in a photo or video, performing data de-duplication, transcribing audio recordings, or researching data details. Online legal services marketplace which Avvo provides lawyer referrals and access to a database of legal information. Connects buyers and freelancers in Bid or Hire programming and technology, graphic design, writing and translation, and digital marketing. Allows Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech therapists, and Bookacare other allied health professionals provide homecare as independent entrepreneurs; allows patient to participate in selection of care provider. Connects those who need a caregiver Care.com (childcare or adult/senior care) with those who want a caregiving job. Name Description Connects the world’s leading companies with over 38,000 experts for on-demand business needs. (Business Development & Sales, Catalant Corporate Strategy, Commercial Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations and Process Improvement, Product) Etsy Marketplace of vintage and handmade goods. Online freelance marketplace and Freelance Management System predominantly serving businesses with field service needs and Field Nation freelance field service workers; marketplace for general and proprietary technologies such as ATMs, networking, data storage, point-of- sale, CCTV/security and more. Hand-vetted, high-end marketplace: Graphics & Design, Digital Marketing, Writing & Fiverr Translation, Video & Animation, Programming & Tech, Music & Audio, Business, Fun & Lifestyle Connects small business with millions of freelancers in fields from web design, mobile app development, and product manufacturing, to graphic design and data entry, with skills including Hire, Data Entry, Logo Design, Freelancer Graphic Design, Website Design, Mobile Phone, Translation, Software Development, HTML, PHP, Internet Marketing, WordPress, Articles, SEO, CSS, Photoshop, Software Architecture, Excel, Android and more. Website for telecommuting, flexible, and part- time jobs. Top 100 companies for remote jobs. Flexjobs Note: Not Free! This is a subscription service. For pricing, see https://www.flexjobs.com/Pricing.aspx Name Description Matches companies looking for seasoned, FlexProfessionals part-time employees with professionals looking for meaningful part-time work. Hub for high-quality software developers – particularly ones who have worked at tech giants or founded their own companies –with Gigster specialized digital capabilities like machine learning programming and certain kinds of web architecture. Platform to find freelancers: Web, Software & Information Technology; Writing & Translation; Management & Finance; Guru Engineering & Architecture; Design, Art & Multimedia; Administrative Support; Sales & Marketing; Legal Online marketplace for residential cleaning Handy and other home services. Alfred is a weekly subscription service that handles grocery shopping, laundry, dry Hello Alfred cleaning and house cleaning. Individuals are hired as “Alfreds” to provide those services. Matches business, technology and creative Jobbatical professionals with companies hiring talent around the world. Work from home jobs. Expertly curated Jobspresso remote jobs in tech, marketing, customer support, and more. Work from home jobs. Leapforce hires independent contractors from a variety of Leapfrogathome different countries to evaluate search engine results and improve them for a major search engine. Professional services marketplace for freelancers in Software Development, IT Services, Design, Writing & Editing, Marketing, LinkedIn Profinder Business Consultants, Legal, Accounting, Financial Services, Coaching, Real Estate, Insurance, Photography, Home Improvement, Administrative, Events, Wellness.. Name Description Provider of management services for independent professionals and the clients that MBO Partners engage them; provider of US independent contractor (IC) compliance and engagement services. Online marketplace that eliminates the Nomad Health middleman and connects healthcare facilities directly with medical professionals. Offers valuable short-term work opportunities OnForce for freelancers and independent contractors, specifically in the area of field services. Enables anyone to have anything delivered on- demand. Connects customers with local Postmates couriers who can deliver anything from any store or restaurant in minutes. Ratracerebellion Work from home jobs and gigs. Work from home jobs. Connects employers with 2.5 million freelancers in Web, Mobile & Software Dev, IT & Networking, Data Science & Analytics, Engineering & Architecture, Remote.com Design & Creative, Writing, Translation, Legal, Admin Support, Customer Service, Sales & Mrktg, Accounting & Consulting Skipthedrive Remote and work from home jobs. Talk-based therapy app that matches licensed Talkspace therapists with clients. Online and mobile marketplace that matches freelance labor with local demand, allowing Task Rabbit consumers to find immediate help with tasks such as cleaning, moving, delivery and handyman work. Platform that connects people with pros to handle a wide assortment of tasks. Categories of service include: Business; Crafts; Design & Thumbtack Web; Legal; Personal; Pets; Photography; Repair & Technical Support; Writing, Translation & Transcription Name Description Virtual company that provides top freelance Toptal software developers, designers, and finance experts to companies Offers the ability to live and work month-to- month across destinations worldwide; Unsettled provides co-working space, lodging, transportation, social events. Formerly Elance; global freelancing platform where businesses and independent professionals connect and collaborate remotely. Job categories include web Upwork developers, mobile developers, designers and creatives, writers, virtual assistants, customer service agents, sales and marketing experts, accountants and consultants. Your community’s most trusted babysitters & Urbansitter nannies. On demand. (Work Now Locally) on-demand staffing. Connects you with immediate hourly or daily jobs from the biggest and best brands, allowing you to work where you want, when Wonolo you want, for whomever you want. Download an app, get notifications that you accept or not. (Warehouse operations, event staffing & admin work – fulfillment, delivery A curated community for creatives (by invitation). Includes occupations in Working Not Working Advertising, Design, Technology, Production, Photography. Connects individuals in search of a tutor with Wyzant experts in over 300 skills and subjects. Hand-picked, local home services: Handyman, Zaarly Housecleaning, Lawn & Garden Work from Home Jobs 50 Best Gig Economy Apps (from Wonolo) 60 Best Remote Jobs Websites Sharing Platforms Car/Bike Sharing Name Description Online marketplace and hospitality service, enabling people to Airbnb lease or rent short-term lodging including vacation rentals, apartment rentals, homestays, hostel beds, or hotel rooms. Transportation network company for on-demand rides. Lyft On-demand transportation site. Uber Zipcar Borrow cars for short periods of time. Make money by sharing your idle car. Getaround Bike rental and sharing service that connects bike owners with people looking to rent or borrow around the world. Owners list their bikes, renters search for a bike in whatever area they want, Spinlister and complete the rental process through our website, mobile app, or in-store kiosks. Also, Protection options and delivery service are available. Sharing Other Goods and Resources Name Description World’s largest online marketplace connecting borrowers and Lending Club investors, transforming the banking system to make credit more affordable and investing more rewarding. Find new and preloved Boston Proper items at up to 70% Poshmark off retail prices. thredUP Online consignment and thrift store. Borrow clothes and return them like a Netflix subscription LeTote for your closet. Allows women to rent designer gowns for a special event at Rent the Runway a fraction of the price of buying one. Shared Work Spaces – Greater Boston Name Address Phone Number Oficio(Back Bay) 30 Newbury St (857) 239-9843 Boston, MA 02116 Boston Offices (Downtown) 201 Washington St (617) 419-7100 Boston, MA 02108 Workbar (South Boston, 711 Atlantic Ave (617) 861-4940 Waterfront, Leather District) Boston, MA 02111 WeWork (South Boston, 745 Atlantic Avenue (877) 868-8335 Waterfront, Leather District) Boston, MA 02111 The Food Loft (South End) 535 Albany St (617) 423-5803 Boston, MA 02118 NGIN Workplace (Kendall 210 Broadway (617) 863-377 Square/MIT) Cambridge, MA 02139 The Village Works (Brookline 202 Washington St (617) 651-0681 Village) Brookline, MA 02445 Cambridge Innovation Center 1 Broadway (617) 758-4200 (East Cambridge, Kendall Cambridge, MA 02142 Square/MIT) Coalition Boston 101 Arch St (617) 807-0940 (Downtown) Boston, MA 02110 CIC Boston (Downtown) 50 Milk St (617) 514-7300 Boston, MA 02109 Top 100 US CoWorking Spaces Additional Resources https://www.yelp.com/search?find_loc=Boston,+MA&start=0&cflt=sharedofficespaces Info on taxes, health insurance and other benefits: https://www.freelancersunion.org/ https://www.gignews.today/single-post/2017/06/02/Finding-a-Better-Way-to-Provide- Healthcare-for-Freelancers .
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