These wealth work jobs - mostly part of the personal care and services category, the fastest-growing sector in the national labor market - are largely safe from automation because they are so hands-on, economists note. Uber, Instacart, and other online platforms in the gig economy are also contributing to the rise of these jobs. As more Americans seem to struggle to pay just standard bills like food, rent and childcare; the gig economy has been said to provide a much-needed supplement to help make ends meet. Undoubtedly, this situation presents greater challenges but also new opportunities all in the name of the gig. “While this is a platform for anyone in the world,” Ells says, “we’re always on the look out for people in developing countries and living in poverty.

Source: Forbes October 20, 2019 21:00 UTC