53 million people are already working independently as freelancers, indie professionals, creatives and free agents. That number is expected to grow to more than 50% of America’s workforce in the next decade. What new models for learning, re-skilling and reinvention must solo workers master to thrive? And how do employers find soloists with the right capabilities and experience? These themes and more will be addressed at SXSWedu if this submission is chosen.