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4th Independent Consultant Survey: Motivation Splits Between Entrepreneurship and Quality of Life as Full-time Freelancing Hits Record High

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Published May 12, 2026 8:10 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 5:57 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Groovement發布第4次獨立顧問調查，顯示獨立動機呈現「創業」與「生活品質」兩極化，且全職接案比例創新高，97%的顧問已在業務中使用生成式AI。

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Published: May 12, 2026

Groovement's latest survey reveals a significant shift in the freelance consulting market. Motivation for independence is now polarized between starting personal businesses (32%) and improving work-life balance (25%). Notably, full-time engagement (100% utilization) has reached a record high of 25%. While 58% reported an annual income increase of over 3 million yen, market rates are becoming bifurcated. Digital transformation is also evident, with 97% of consultants utilizing generative AI in their daily operations to enhance efficiency and output quality.

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Groovement發布第4次獨立顧問調查，顯示獨立動機呈現「創業」與「生活品質」兩極化，且全職接案比例創新高，97%的顧問已在業務中使用生成式AI。

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