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AfriBlocks: The Driver of African Freelancers’ Participation in the Global Gig Economy

August 31, 2022November 15, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

The gig economy continues to grow as more businesses around the world see the benefits of hiring freelance workers for their projects. AfriBlocks is driving the participation of African freelancers in the wider gig economy. There are many factors that have influenced the growth of the gig economy and the changes that it brings to…

For Freelancers

How Can a Freelancer Guarantee Client Satisfaction?

August 3, 2022November 15, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

Freelancers provide a service and just like any other service provider in the world, client satisfaction is of utmost importance. As a freelancer, much of your success will depend on the reputation that you build with your clients. When clients are happy with the work that you have delivered, they are more likely to recommend…

For Freelancers

Startup Ecosystems are Critical to the Growth of African Startups

July 27, 2022November 15, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

African startups are attracting billions of dollars in investment, with year-on-year comparisons showing a steady increase in said investment. There is significant and genuine interest in the potential that the continent carries in terms of developing products for the future of the globe. The increase in the number of startups on the continent has seen…

Business and Entrepreneurship

What Does a Good Work-Life Balance Look Like in a Remote Work Setup?

July 20, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

The work-life balance has always been one of the most pressing topics for many professionals around the world. There are several ways through which people strive to achieve this balance in a traditional work setup where employees commute to an office. Work environments have evolved, with many companies shifting to a hybrid work setup. Some…

For Freelancers

What are No-Code Platforms? Why Do They Matter?

July 15, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

When consumers look at a product, there are a few main characteristics that they are looking for. Products that attract more users should be able lower the barriers to accessibility and make the processes they are designed for as streamlined as possible. There have been many tools that have been developed that help to make…

Business and Entrepreneurship

What you Need to Know About Hiring a Team of Freelancers

June 24, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

Deciding you need to put together a team of freelancers can be the next step in taking your business to the next level. Choosing the right freelancers is a task that requires careful consideration as these are people that will be working on vital aspects of your project. So what do you need to consider…

Business and Entrepreneurship, For Freelancers

Improving Brand Perception For Business Growth

June 22, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

Brand perception can be the difference between a growing customer base and the regression of your business. Building your brand is a process that requires careful consideration, effort, and time. There are several moving pieces when it comes to building a brand. To successfully achieve the results you desire, your brand has to tick certain…

Business and Entrepreneurship

AfriBlocks to Host Global Blockchain Career Fair in Washington DC

May 20, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

The 5th Black Blockchain Summit is around the corner, and AfriBlocks will be hosting the Global Blockchain Career Fair during this year’s celebration of the summit. The career fair will be held at Howard University in Washington DC between the 23rd and 24th of September 2022. The career fair will bring together students from HBCUs…

AfriBlocks Announcements

The Metaverse is the Next Great Technological Leap

May 5, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

The technological strides that have been made have created room for a different approach to how we approach several aspects of life, from the social aspect of it through the professional side. Web3 is one of the major talking points in the tech world, a more advanced form of the internet as we know it…

Business and Entrepreneurship

AfriBlocks’ 2nd Annual Freelancers’ Summit 2022 is Here

April 20, 2022November 27, 2022 AfriBlocks Network

AfriBlocks will be hosting the 2nd annual Freelancers’ Summit between the 6th and 7th of May 2022. The summit is an opportunity for professionals around the world to network and share ideas. Creating a network of like-minded professionals is a key component of the steps that need to be taken in a bid to advance…

AfriBlocks Announcements