Good communication is vital in any job, but particularly so when working remotely with clients across the globe!
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LaborX and an increasing number of other platforms and companies enable you to get paid in cryptocurrency for your work. But why would you want to get paid in crypto – and with so many tokens out there, which ones might you choose?
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Outsourcing work to freelancers can be an important part of running a business, and an increasing number of companies are finding that hiring in outside help – either on a short-term or long-term basis – is a valuable way to deliver their services smoothly and profitably. For Web3 companies, which often have workforces that are dispersed around the world, freelancers are a core part of the way they operate. But some tasks are better suited to outsourcing than others. What factors should you consider when looking to hire freelancers?
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LaborX’s latest update overhauls our new Full-Time Jobs module, which is designed to give both freelancers and employers more options, and expand the process of finding work and talent acquisition in the Web3 sector.
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There are many opportunities in the fast-moving and rapidly-growing Web3 sector, even for candidates without any previous experience. Gaining an entry-level crypto job should be possible for anyone with the right mindset and the willingness to work hard.
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Soulbound tokens (SBTs) are identity tokens capable of storing highly granular data of all kinds about people and organizations on the blockchain, which can then be used by a wide range of social Web3 applications that rely on broader information than DeFi dApps require.
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Disclaimer: This article is intended to give a broad overview of the tax situation for crypto users. It cannot be used as advice for your specific circumstances. The tax treatment for crypto is different for every jurisdiction. If your crypto trades and holdings are complicated, it is best to consult with a specialist tax advisor for more clarity.
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Setting a fair rate of pay for your work can be one of the hardest aspects of working as a freelancer. There are lots of reasons why this is the case – some practical, some more emotional. We will cover a lot of them in greater detail, so sit back & go through this definitive guide along with salary benchmarks.
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Whether you’re looking to build your team, have a time-sensitive project, or need additional coverage in an ad hoc situation, freelancers can bring the expertise you need to get the job done. Freelancers will interact with your team differently as they manage multiple projects simultaneously and have their own needs to get work done. Therefore, we will provide a guide to successfully manage them:
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Rain or shine, bull or bear, progress in the blockchain sector is relentless, and the problems and mistakes of the recent past have shown exactly where we need to do the work. With that in mind, here are seven major themes to watch out for in 2023.
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LaborX provides all the tools you need to find top talent, organize the project in hand, and arrange a secure payment at the end of the job.
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Integration of Chat funtionality into the Job Flow makes it seamless for both Talent & Customer/Client.
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The LaborX Gig ranking system explained.
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Does your blockchain business need to hire a freelancer or a full-time employee? Check our detailed guide to make an informed decision.
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LaborX is a non-custodial platform, meaning that users have full control of their funds. This piece explains in detail why your funds are safe with us.
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This release reveals a new approach to the Gigs flow, introduces chat functionality, and a series of interface improvements.
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Despite the threat of a global recession and a year-long (and counting) downturn in the crypto markets, the blockchain space is still thriving. While some Web3 companies have been forced to scale back on their hiring, others are actively expanding their workforces.
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‘Web3’ has become one of the big themes for the internet over the last couple of years, seeing huge interest and exponential growth as new technologies mature and come to fruition, enabling features and functionality that have never before been possible.
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Solidity is the programming language used to code smart contracts and decentralised applications (dApps) on Ethereum, as well as several other blockchain platforms.
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Excited to share Bitgert & LaborX Collaboration
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Over the past two years the blockchain sector has exploded, with a surge of interest in decentralised technologies of all forms. Venture capital and institutions are investing billions of dollars in crypto projects, tech companies are researching and exploring how blockchain might fit into their products and services, and – despite the cooldown in the markets – there is still intense activity at the grassroots level and among retail investors.
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Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs) are blockchain-based entities that are run collectively by communities of token holders rather than by centralised boards or CEOs. Just like traditional companies, they aim to generate revenues, manage funds, and turn a profit for their stakeholders. And, just like regular enterprises, they employ staff for a wide range of purposes – though the way in which they source, reward, and treat talent can be strikingly different.
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We have another update from LaborX, this time focusing on the wallet page and related functionality. Here’s a brief rundown of the latest changes.
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The metaverse is one of the most exciting narratives to come out of the blockchain sector in recent years. While the metaverse takes many different forms, and there’s no clear agreement on what it is, “metaverse” is essentially just a kind of catch-all term for online worlds that place an emphasis on social interaction, with immersive user experiences and detailed, lifelike graphical interfaces and avatars.
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The latest set of updates for LaborX focuses on a site-wide redesign, with key pages being optimised to improve the UX, as well as minor bug fixes. Below you’ll find a rundown of the biggest changes.
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Welcome to a new set of updates for LaborX. As ever, we have constantly been improving our service and adapting the platform to the changing demands of users and the market. This summary covers the last two versions, 2.0.0 and 2.1.0.
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As cryptocurrency and DeFi have come to mainstream attention in the last two years, the number of people seeking to earn crypto has grown correspondingly.
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A meme coin is a cryptocurrency that is based on a popular online meme, or that includes a humorous element, rather than focusing on a specific use case or technology.
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Peer-to-peer technologies remove the middlemen from online platforms, enabling the creation of decentralised services that operate with no single points of failure.
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Unstoppable Domains is a blockchain-based domain name system designed to facilitate the creation of the decentralised internet.
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The Ethereum Name Service (ENS) is a system that maps Ethereum addresses to a human-readable name, represented by an NFT. It’s also possible to link website URLs, crypto addresses on other chains, and additional information to an ENS record.
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Play-to-earn (P2E) games are built on the blockchain and include internal economic models that distribute tokens to users for completing certain tasks. This enables gamers to collect crypto as they play, earning in-game currencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTS) that represent different characters and items.
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Crypto wallets are pieces of software that enable users to receive, store, and send digital currencies like BTC and ETH, as well as interacting with the blockchain in more complicated ways.
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MetaMask acts as a bridge between the user and different blockchains – and the Web3 services that run on them.
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Billed as ‘a limited NFT collection where the token itself doubles as your membership to a swamp club for apes’, the Bored Ape Yacht Club has established itself as one of the most exciting, forward-thinking, and valuable projects in the NFT and metaverse space.
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As working patterns change, so too must businesses’ recruitment practices. Freelancers have always had a role to play in helping companies during crisis periods, but they are now more important than ever. Due to the nature of freelance work today, blockchain can be a useful way of accessing, organising, and paying for these contractors.
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The LaborX team is pleased to announce the launch of a new module that enables users to organise full-time roles on the platform. This feature extends the functionality already offered by the existing Jobs and Gigs modules, and offers new opportunities for job seekers and recruiters.
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The latest update adds support for the TRON blockchain, as well as numerous significant improvements to the user experience.
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With so many companies struggling to fill vacant roles as the pandemic eases and the economy starts up again, there is hot competition for suitable employees. In certain sectors, including technology and particularly blockchain, the skills shortage predated COVID-19, and the growth of these industries over the last 18 months has only made the problem worse.
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The latest release includes some important new features that make the platform easier and more powerful to use than ever.
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The latest version includes a major update for the Dashboard, providing additional information, improved functionality, and enabling users to make the most of organising work and getting paid on LaborX.
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Blockchain is changing more than just cash. Smart contract platforms like Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain have the ability to revolutionise how companies do business and interact with employees, as well as how they engage with customers and stakeholders of all kinds.
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The last year has seen soaring interest in crypto, blockchain, and the DeFi sector. As new technologies and platforms launch and scale fast, crypto companies are desperate for qualified employees – who are proving to be the ultimate scarce resource.
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A good freelancer can be worth their weight in gold to your business. Finding one, however, isn’t always easy – but there are steps you can take to increase your chances.
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With demand for blockchain experts at an all-time high, salaries are extremely competitive – but even entry-level roles offer attractive remuneration. (updated 18.10.2022)
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As part of Chrono.tech’s new TimeWarp TIME staking programme, we’re making changes to LaborX’s fee structure and Premium accounts, and offering new perks for Freelancers and Customers.
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The growth of the cryptocurrency market and blockchain sector has created many new jobs and career opportunities. While the top positions are extremely competitive and offer attractive salaries, there are many entry-level roles that pay well and allow those new to the space to get a foot in the door, learn as they go, and progress to more advanced jobs in time. (updated 18.10.2022)
ReadCrypto jobs are positions within the crypto, blockchain, and Web3 space. These may involve working directly with decentralised technologies, or they may refer to jobs with companies that operate in this space – whether or not the role involves actually understanding and using blockchain. For example, a smart contract developer, who builds applications that run on the blockchain, a marketing specialist who promotes the product, and an administrator for the company, can all be considered ‘crypto jobs’.
Jobs in the crypto sector are often well paid. Due to the shortage of qualified and experienced candidates, you can expect your salary to be anything up to 20% higher than in comparable roles in other industries, though the numbers vary. Even internships and entry-level jobs are likely to be reasonably well paid. At the higher end, if the job requires extensive experience (for example, smart contract developer for a top DeFi protocol), salaries can be $250k+.
The highest-paying jobs in the crypto and blockchain sector are technical roles. Senior developers and smart contract developers are some of the best-paid positions, with salaries typically being $150,000–$250,000, and even higher for the most experienced professionals. Marketing roles are also generally well paid, and numerous jobs have six-figure salaries due to the complexity of the area and the lack of qualified people.
