PoddL, a cloud-based freelance business management startup, has launched a platform for freelancers and remote workers in India to find work globally and get paid seamlessly.
Bengaluru-based PoddL is a mobile-first chat-based platform with built-in tools for finding work globally, communicating, managing workflows, and a simpler, faster, and more affordable way to accept international payments.
Interestingly, one of the features of the PoddL platform is that it makes international payments simple.
Freelancers can take payments from US-based clients who find it more convenient to utilize their local payment rails, such as ACH and FedWire when they have a dedicated USD Collections account.
Additionally, PoddL supports over 135 currencies and offers safe and affordable card payment options from within the chat interface.
Additionally, PoddL supports over 135 currencies and offers safe and affordable card payment options from within the chat interface.
The platform provides relief from app-hopping, payment headaches, and hefty fees as it can be accessed through both iOS and Android, as well as through a web app.
Industry estimates indicate that more than 75% of companies globally have embraced the freelancing workforce, creating a demand for talent worldwide.
Furthermore, with the fact that the country’s current digital infrastructure makes it difficult for freelancers to thrive with international clients and markets, Indians have grabbed this opportunity and made India one of the centres for freelancers with the fastest rate of growth.
“At PoddL, we are using technology to address a major pain point in the freelance economy,” said Kushal Prakash, founder and CEO, PoddL.
“Freelancers and clients alike are forced to juggle between communications and project management apps to effectively work in remote set ups. The problem is compounded if freelancers are working with clients outside India were figuring out the best & affordable mode of getting paid causes a lot of friction,” he added.
The startup plans to onboard around one lakh global companies and businesses to hire directly from the PoddL platform.
