Key Takeaways

Freelancing hiring by businesses has seen a 260% increase in recent years, per Fiverr.

The trend benefits both businesses and freelancers, who often use the platform to make money on the side.

If you’re an entrepreneur who wishes you had more than 24 hours in a day, you’re not alone.

Nearly half of small business owners (46.5%) say having more time is the single biggest improvement they need, according to recent data from Small Business Expo .

That’s why many of them are investing in freelance talent to get the job done.

Freelance hiring by businesses has seen a 260% surge in recent years, per Fiverr’s 2025 Economic Impact Report .

Freelancing contributes $319 billion to the U.S. economy, or 1.1% of GDP, and the average freelancer earns $52,000 a year across top markets, Fiverr reported .

The boon benefits both businesses and freelancers, who often use the platform to supplement their income.

Actor Victoria Carroll told Entrepreneur she joined Fiverr in 2018 to pursue voice-over work.…