[nabentre] Self-employment in the sharing economy - blind perspective

[Phil]

Michael do you have a website?
Phil

On 12/10/15, Michael Babcock via nabentre <nabentre at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> I don’t specialize in graphic (i’m working with blind business owners when
> it comes to building there brand online with wordpress and social media,
> especially live video streaming) .
> I also help with building email marketing campaigns and Consult/advise on
> podcasting. (i’m very fond of automation where possible)
> I do need graphic work done occasionally, and that is for helping myself and
> my clients get podcast art for iTunes. Specifications have to be met, and
> well, you've got to make the images look a bit sleek and sexy for people to
> take notice of you too. Let me know if you have any other questions.
>> On Dec 10, 2015, at 6:48 PM, Phil via nabentre <nabentre at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Hi Michael,
>>
>> What you are thinking is exactly what I am thinking.
>>
>> Even if I want to hire a freelancer with a disability today I wouldn't
>> be able to connect with one easily.
>>
>> Do you specialize in graphic design and image?
>>
>> Best,
>> Phil
>>
>>
>>
>> On 12/10/15, Michael Babcock via nabentre <nabentre at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> I use Fiverr for image work (not my best quality).
>>> Desk (now i think it’s upward) for hiring a VA
>>> Wish there was a site like ODesk for just blind freelancers as i would
>>> love
>>> to connect with a blind VA (though having a sighted VA as well would have
>>> it’s advantages).
>>> I think freelancing is a good way for someone to get her or his talents
>>> out
>>> there to make powerful things happen.
>>> best.
>>> michael
>>>> On Dec 10, 2015, at 11:08 AM, Phil via nabentre <nabentre at nfbnet.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi everyone,
>>>>
>>>> How do you think blind and low vision folks can make some income and
>>>> participate in the sharing economy?
>>>>
>>>> A recent survey shows the 30% of Americans work as freelancers or do
>>>> gigs rather than traditional jobs. 400000 people now drive for Uber.
>>>> If you have a spare room or basement you can rent it out through
>>>> AirBnB or list it on Craigslist. And of course the blind community was
>>>> a pioneer in sharing economy with BookShare and recently Be My Eyes.
>>>>
>>>> So, what are your ideas both to participate in the sharing economy as
>>>> a seller or provider, and ideas for new sharing platforms and apps for
>>>> the blind community?
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>> Phil
>>>>
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