Life can be a big challenge of juggling priorities, whether it is work, family, studying or all three, however, there is increasing demand for jobs that offer more flexibility.
Many businesses operate with a flexible working scheme, but you will still usually be committed to working a certain set of ‘core hours’ such as between 10-4 to cover office hours for example.
So, for Milton Keynes citizens that are looking for real flexibility, maybe to work around childcare responsibilities or while studying part or full time, they need to look at other options. Due to the great opportunities that internet access provides, more and more jobs can now be completed while working at home using just a laptop and WiFi connection.
This means that jobs such as freelancing become a more realistic option for people to make some extra money or simply to work in hours that suit them. It also means that people can work from wherever they are, so while on a train journey; if they are commuting in and out of London for example. Popular freelance jobs include writing, graphic design and photography; so for anyone that has these kinds of skills, there is a good opportunity to set up as a freelancer.
Writers are often in demand to write blogs and articles for websites, and you will see jobs advertised on general jobs websites, or you can sign up to dedicated freelance websites where people will advertise the work that they need to be completed.
Graphic designers are also in high demand due to the amount of marketing people need to generate business leads. So, designing logos, brochures, web banners, newsletters, etc. are all the kinds of jobs that a graphic designer can pick up through freelance sites.
Photography is slightly different, as you will see less of these kinds of jobs advertised on freelance sites. Photographers may want to approach agencies with their portfolio or even contact stock photo companies to see if they can work for them.
Another line of work that involves a great deal of flexibility is certain kinds of driving jobs. For example, many self-employed delivery drivers can choose their own hours to work and have the option to take on as little or as much work as they wish to. Due to the popularity of ordering shopping online, there is a high demand for people to deliver all of the ordered items. You will, of course, need a driving licence for this, so if you don’t have one yet it could be a good time to learn to drive. You can even use websites like Top Tests to practice your driving theory test.
Driving for Uber is also becoming a popular choice for people who are looking to earn money with flexible hours of work. You will need your own vehicle and again obviously your driving license to enable you to work for Uber. In the London area, there is a lot of work for Uber drivers.
