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

[Michael Babcock]

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Michael
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> On Dec 10, 2015, at 7:21 PM, Phil via nabentre <nabentre at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> 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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