The Shift from Freelancing Back to Corporate Life

日経記事によると、フリーランスから会社員への回帰が増加傾向にあるようです。

理由としては、フリーランス側の事情として市場の競争激化、足元の経済状況、さらには、企業側の労働環境整備などがあるようです。

会社員への回帰の傾向が今後も続くか否かは分かりませんが、今年11月に施行された「フリーランス新法に」よって、フリーランスの労働環境が整備されることが望まれます。

【English】

According to a recent article, an increasing number of freelancers are choosing to return to corporate jobs. This shift appears to be driven by several key factors.

The first reason behind this trend is the intensified competition among freelancers. With more professionals choosing freelance work, the market has become increasingly competitive. While freelancing offers independence, it requires freelancers to secure work through personal efforts in sales and networking.

Even highly skilled freelancers may struggle to secure work if they lack strong sales abilities. On the other hand, employees benefit from organizational sales support, which eliminates the need for individual business development efforts.

The second driving factor is the rising cost of living. A primary challenge for freelancers is the significant fluctuation in their income. In the face of rising inflation, many freelancers are anxious about their lack of financial stability. Corporate jobs, with their stable salaries and benefits, are becoming a more appealing option for those seeking economic security.

The third reason is the transformation within corporate workplaces. Companies, still struggling with labor shortages, are implementing innovative measures to attract and retain employees. For example, remote work options, job-specific employment models, and support for side businesses are reshaping the traditional corporate landscape.

These initiatives allow employees to enjoy the flexibility and entrepreneurial freedom of freelancing while benefiting from the financial stability of a full-time salary.

It remains uncertain whether the trend of returning to corporate employment will continue. However, the implementation of the new Freelance Protection Law in November is expected to improve working conditions for freelancers. By addressing critical issues such as payment transparency and legal protections, this law could make freelancing a more viable and attractive option in the long run.