The Weekly Independent: November 16, 2020

Being a successful independent contractor or a Client of Choice isn’t just about doing the best work or having the best perks. It also means staying one step ahead of the curve. That’s why each week we bring you The Weekly Independent, a quick-hit digest of news of note from around the web.

• MBO Partners acquires its UK and Ireland affiliates that operate as MBO Partners Ltd., SIA reports. 
• Take note these three key benefits of building a contractor compliance program at your organization.
• Forbes explains why the future of work is finding harmony between automation and employee engagement.
• Here’s how Robert Casper, a member of MBO Advantage, shifted from being a U.S. Navy Commander to an Independent Veteran Business Owner.  
• Entrepreneur lists five types of technology all entrepreneurs need access to in the digital age. 
• Know the difference between a gross pay and a net pay, and how to calculate the two. 
• Financial Times explains how the gig economy can be a symptom of bigger problems. 
• Meet Eddie Dunn, a member of MBO Advantage and the owner of a successful consulting firm focused on veteran transformation. 
• World Economic Forum discusses how one can prepare for the creativity-focused future of work. 
• CEOWorld Magazine gives tips on how to be a successful entrepreneur.

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