*The Gig Economy; new oil well*
A gig economy is a free market system in which one holds a temporary positions in an organization or serves as a hire independent workers for short-term commitments. The word "gig" is a slang word for a job that lasts a specified period of time; it is typically used by musicians. As a freelancer or independent worker, you can hold more than two or three jobs etc.
They cultivate four types of connections — to place, routines, purpose, and people.