The Weekly Independent: February 12, 2018

Staying on top of your field means staying ahead of the biggest news stories. That’s why each week we bring you The Weekly Independent, a quick-hit digest of news of note from around the web.

• Spend Matters explores why technology-enabled direct sourcing is needed to engage highly skilled independent professionals.

• Lawmakers are discussing retirement savings options for gig economy workers, The Hill reports.

• Looking to team up with another independent professional? Here’s how to find the right consulting partner.

• Fast Company gives advice on how to manage your money in the gig economy.

• California’s Supreme Court heard oral arguments to define “independent contractor,” Lexology reports.

• Individual and group healthcare coverage options for independents.

• A detailed look at what tax reform means for small businesses and pass-through entities from Forbes.

• The UK is looking to set new safeguards for gig workers, Bloomberg reports.

• How to find a mentor as a freelancer, according to Entrepreneur.

• The new tax law may benefit Uber and Lyft drivers, CNBC reports.

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