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Leading the next
way of working.
MBO Partners makes it easier for enterprises and top independent professionals to work together, delivering innovative solutions that enable both organizations and talent to thrive in the independent economy.
MBO PARTNERS
Advancing the interests of all
We empower both sides of the independent workforce economy by creating a bridge between independent professionals and enterprise organizations.
MBO PARTNERS
Driving change on the ground
Our innovative solutions are informed by the real needs of the enterprise organizations and independent professionals we support, and are optimized to fuel their growth and success.
MBO PARTNERS
Leading the Charge
We're committed to delivering new ideas that challenge workforce norms and keep the independent economy moving forward.
"At MBO, we create solutions that give enterprises the tools they need to compete while also helping independent professionals succeed during challenging times.”
- Bryan Peña, Chief of Market Strategy
WE ARE
MBO Partners
MBO Partners delivers solutions that make it safer and easier for enterprise organizations and top independent professionals to work together. Through its proprietary platform, MBO has built a comprehensive workforce platform and ecosystem that fuels both sides of the independent economy. MBO strengthens relationships, minimizes risk, and maximizes value for its clients. Its unmatched experience and industry leadership enable it to operate on the forefront of the independent economy and consistently advance the next way of working.
Insights
WORKFORCE TRENDS
The CARES Act: What it Means for the Self-Employed, Freelancers, and Independent Workers
Learn more about the CARES act and what this means for the 41 million workers around America that today consider themselves to be self-employed, freelancers, and independent workers.
RESEARCH
2019 State of Independence
Learn about the 5 key trends that have emerged from the 2019 study of the independent workforce in America - the State of Independence. Our research finds that full-time independents are a persistent and tech-savvy core of the independent workforce.
TWITTER
#DigitalNomads are all the rage. Don't miss this great article from Bloomberg Opinion, which featured our new research and helps explains why more than 10 million Americans are ditching their 9-5 for a nomadic lifestyle. https://t.co/wNOifpicSS
ADVOCACY
Certified Self-Employed
Innovation within the American workplace has outpaced the evolution of laws and rules, creating regulatory gaps on issues ranging from independent contractor compliance to guaranteed worker protections. MBO has proposed a modern solution—the Certified Self-Employed worker (CSE)—to address these issues and remove the risks associated with hiring independent talent.
WORKFORCE TRENDS
10 Predictions for the Future of Independent Work
In today’s project-driven economy, more businesses than ever are engaging an external workforce to help operate at full capacity and meet demand, positioning independent professionals to continue to be a critical resource for years to come.
WORKFORCE ENGAGEMENT
Independent Contractors vs. Employees: 10 Differences You Need to Know
Laws, tests, and definitions of what differentiates independent contractors from employees are full of nuances and exceptions. With the constant small tweaks and adjustments to laws and varying tests from different government agencies, it can be difficult to keep things straight.
CONTRACTS
How to Write a Scope of Work
Learn how to write a Scope of Work for consulting services and 8 items that should be included. Access sample Scopes of Work and tips and strategies for writing an SOW for any industry or client.
FROM AROUND
Our Company
Our State of Independence in America research is the longest-running and most robust research report on the independent economy. Conducted annually since 2011, our report includes analysis of more than 21,000 in-depth surveys from independent workers.
INSIGHTS
How to reduce the risk of worker misclassification
Worker misclassification is complex with no straightforward solution. Avoid the negative consequences of worker misclassification by following these 4 steps.
INTERACTIVE CALCULATOR
Find your ideal bill rate
Deciding on how much to charge can be a challenge. With the MBO Bill Rate Calculator, you can quickly identify costs and determine a fair, yet profitable, bill rate for your services.
MARKETPLACE
Get your next independent consulting project through MBO's marketplace
Get projects with top companies looking for skilled, experienced independent talent.