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Manage a Small Business
How AI Can Help Independent Contractors Win More Business
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Manage a Small Business
7 Tips for Writing a Client Report (Plus Sample Report)
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Workforce Management
7 Tips on Encouraging Your Workforce to Use AI
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Workforce Trends
Independent Professionals + AI: The Perfect Combination for Business Innovation
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Agent of Record guide
Guides and Templates
Agent of Record (AOR) Guide: Setting the Foundation for a Stronger Workforce
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Employer of Record Guide: Building a Workforce for the Future
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Workforce Trends
Common Challenges Organizations Face With AI Adoption—and How to Overcome Them
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Manage a Small Business
4 Ways AI Can Make Your Life Easier for Independent Professionals
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Grow a Small Business
How Are Independent Professionals Using AI to Get Ahead?
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Workforce Trends
Why Independent Professionals Are Leading the Way in AI Adoption
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Grow a Small Business
How to Choose the Best Legal Structure for Your Small Business
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Workforce Management
6 Ways to Ensure Enterprise Readiness for Your External Workforce Program
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Manage a Small Business
Achieving Better Client Service With Gen AI
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Grow a Small Business
Scope Creep Explained: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Avoid It
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Self Employed Benefits
Are You Protected? FAQ on Business Insurance
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Workforce Management
Building the Workforce of Tomorrow: Key Skills for the AI Era
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Contracts and Finance
Gross Income Vs. Net Income: Differences and How to Calculate
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Agent of Record guide
Guides and Templates
Agent of Record (AOR) Guide: Setting the Foundation for a Stronger Workforce
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Contracts and Finance
Section 199A Deduction: How It Impacts Small Businesses
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Grow a Small Business
How to Create a Great Profile for a Jobs Marketplace
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Contracts and Finance
What Is Net Salary: Examples and Financial Resources
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Manage a Small Business
10 Legal Rights of Independent Contractors
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Grow a Small Business
Working Worldwide: Tips for Independent Professionals on Going Global in Their Careers
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Workforce Management
Understanding the Role of an Agent of Record
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Workforce Management
How to Choose the Right Employer of Record Service
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Market a Small Business
10 Small Business Marketing Strategies That Work
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Market a Small Business
How to Leverage AI for Marketing Your Small Business
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Workforce Management
Boost Your Talent ROI: The Value of a Workforce Solutions Provider
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Workforce Management
Pay Equity and Pay Transparency: Why It Matters for Your Workforce
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Manage a Small Business
5 Ways Professional Certifications Add Value to Your Small Business
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Grow a Small Business
Becoming Your Own Boss: 5 Benefits of Starting Your Own Business
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Workforce Management
What’s in My Bill Rate? Calculating Your Investment in Independent Talent
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Workforce Management
The Talent Platform Market: Evaluating Potential Partners for Your Business
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Workforce Management
Starting Off Strong: Onboarding Essentials for Working With Independent Contractors
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Manage a Small Business
5 Small Business Certifications to Consider
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Workforce Management
5 Tips for Managing a Global Workforce
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Workforce Management
Too Many Interviews: How It’s Costing You Top Talent
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Workforce Management
EOR/AOR Solutions Support Your Talent Acquisition Efforts. Here’s How
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Grow a Small Business
10 Ways to Make More Money As an Independent Consultant
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Grow a Small Business
How to Build Trust With a New Client
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Manage a Small Business
Top Certifications for Small Business Owners in 5 Skill Areas
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Workforce Management
Independent Contractor Fraud: What It Looks Like and How to Prevent It
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Market a Small Business
5 Ways for Independent Consultants to Reach Their Target Clients
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Misclassification & Compliance
What Is Co-Employment: Definition, Risks, and Workforce Management Tips
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Guides and Templates
How to Write and Deliver a Consulting Proposal (Guide)
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Workforce Management
MBO’s EOR and AOR Solutions: The Keys to Workforce Success
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Workforce Management
Independent Contractor Agreements: 8 Items to Include
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Market a Small Business
10 Ways for Independent Contractors to Create a Standout Reputation
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Workforce Management
How to Create a Great Workplace Culture for Independent Contractors
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Workforce Management
6 Ways to Find Top Independent Talent
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Direct Sourcing
What Is Direct Sourcing? How to Start Recruiting Top Talent
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Guides and Templates
How to Expand Your Independent Consulting Business (Guide)
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Workforce Management
Breaking Barriers: Making Independent Contractors Feel Like Members of Your Team
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Workforce Management
Beyond Borders: Navigating Independent Contractor Compliance Across Europe
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Grow a Small Business
10 Professional Development Tips to Grow Your Business
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Workforce Management
The Strategic Value of a Virtual Talent Bench
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Guides and Templates
10 Steps to Succeed At Your First Consulting Project (Guide)
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Workforce Management
5 Tips to Kick-Start Your Contingent Workforce Program
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Manage a Small Business
6 Project Management Tips for Independent Contractors
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Workforce Management
What Is Your Talent Solutions Provider Costing You?
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Grow a Small Business
How to Land Your Next Consulting Contract
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Direct Sourcing
What is a Talent Network?
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Beeline Acquires MBO Partners; Expands Extended Workforce Platform to Include Independent Talent
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Grow a Small Business
Balancing Act: Growing Your Side Hustle While Maintaining Your Full-Time Job
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Misclassification & Compliance
W-2 Employee vs. 1099 Independent Contractors: 10 Differences That Employers Should Know
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Workforce Management
Mastering IR35 Compliance: What You Need to Know
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Workforce Management
16 Benefits of Hiring Independent Contractors Vs. Employees
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Guides and Templates
How to Give a Great Business Presentation (Guide)
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Employer of Record guide
Guides and Templates
Employer of Record Guide: Building a Workforce for the Future
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Guides and Templates
When to Hire a Full-Time Employee Vs. An Independent Contractor (Guide)
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Manage a Small Business
Mid-Year Planning for Independent Professionals: Tips for Success
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Workforce Trends
How to Protect Your Company From Candidate Fraud
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Grow a Small Business
How to Find the Right Consulting Project
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Misclassification & Compliance
Working With Independent Contractors: 5 Risks to Avoid
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Manage a Small Business
Stay Productive During Summer With These 7 Tips
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Workforce Management
Mid-Year Workforce Planning: Setting Up for Success in Your Second Half
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Misclassification & Compliance
W-2 Employee vs 1099 Independent Contractors: Pros and Cons
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Guides and Templates
Contractor Compliance Risk: Top Causes and Solutions (Guide)
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Misclassification & Compliance
What Is Worker Misclassification: The Compliance Risk Most Companies Underestimate
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Manage a Small Business
S Corp: Advantages and Disadvantages for Small Businesses
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Workforce Management
Turnover Rates Rising? How to Reverse the Trend
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Grow a Small Business
Winning Repeat Business: Client Retention Strategies for Independent Contractors
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Workforce Management
How to Stay Connected With Independent Contractors Between Projects
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Manage a Small Business
Working Better Together: Tips for Building Team Relationships
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Workforce Management
How to Build a Bench of Independent Talent You Can Count On
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Guides and Templates
How to Get Your First Consulting Client (Guide)
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Workforce Management
Why Your Talent Pool Strategy Might Be Failing (And How to Fix It) 
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Workforce Management
Driving Global Talent Success Through AOR Solutions
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Workforce Management
Independent Contractor Retention: 6 Strategies That Work
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Workforce Management
What Is Contingent Workforce Management?
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Manage a Small Business
How to Manage Multiple Clients Without Sacrificing Quality
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Workforce Management
Why EORs/AORs Make HR Administration Easier
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Workforce Management
How to Write a Perfect Independent Contractor Job Posting
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Guides and Templates
Hiring Offshore Workers: 5 Best Practices for Compliance (Guide)
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Manage a Small Business
How to Give Yourself a Performance Review
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Grow a Small Business
9 Ways to Increase Productivity When You’re Self-Employed
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Direct Sourcing
5 Benefits of Using a Marketplace to Find Talent
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Workforce Management
Reconnecting With Top Talent: 5 Stress-Free Strategies
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Grow a Small Business
3 Tips for Presenting a Winning Business Proposal
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Guides and Templates
Key Questions to Ask Before Starting a Consulting Business (Guide)
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Misclassification & Compliance
Top 5 Employee Misclassification Penalties to Avoid
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Workforce Management
3 Ways to Create Continuity When Working With Independent Contractors
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Workforce Management
10 Traits That Define Top Independent Talent
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Workforce Management
Reducing Workforce Compliance Risk With an Agent of Record
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Workforce Trends
Working With Digital Nomads: What You Need to Know About Compliance
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Guides and Templates
Contractor Management Guide
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Market a Small Business
Rise Above the Rest: How an Industry Niche Can Help Advance Your Independent Career
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Workforce Trends
MBO Partners CEO Miles Everson Featured on Timpl’s jobTopia Podcast
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Workforce Management
Achieving Smarter Hiring Through Analytics
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Workforce Management
3 Best Practices for Independent Contractor Engagement
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Guides and Templates
How to Create a Great Consulting Website (Guide)
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Grow a Small Business
AI and Your Bottom Line: Smarter Financial Management for Your Small Business
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Workforce Management
How an Employer of Record Solves Global Hiring Challenges
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Manage a Small Business
8 Ways to Get Client Referrals
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Workforce Management
MSP Vs. VMS: Which Is Better for Contingent Workforce Management?
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Guides and Templates
Best Practices for Contractor Engagement (Guide)
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Consultation between team members
Workforce Management
10 Do’s and Don’ts of Working With Independent Contractors
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Workforce Management
How to Maximize the Impact of Your Independent Talent
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Workforce Management
8 Tips for Managing Independent Contractors
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Grow a Small Business
How Analytics Can Help You Take the Next Step in Your Career
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Workforce Management
Data-Driven Workforce Development: Turning Insights Into Action
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Guides and Templates
How to Transition From Full-Time Employee to Self-Employed Professional (Guide)
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Workforce Management
How to Write an RFP for Consulting Services: 7 Tips
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Manage a Small Business
5 Ways to Stay Competitive As a Small Business
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Workforce Management
Strategies for Reducing Time to Hire in Your Organization
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Workforce Management
8 Best Practices for Managing Your Contingent Workforce
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Workforce Management
Comparing Milestone-Based Vs. Hourly Rate Payment Options for Independent Contractors
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Manage a Small Business
Get Paid What You’re Worth: How Independent Contractors Should Set Their Rates
time 8 MIN
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Manage a Small Business
Pricing Your Consulting Services: Hourly, Fixed Price, or Hybrid Billing?
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Workforce Management
Common Myths About Agents of Record (AORs) Debunked
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consultants
Workforce Management
5 Benefits of Proactive Workforce Management
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Workforce Management
How Data Can Help You With Future Workforce Planning
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Workforce Management
AOR vs. EOR: Choosing the Right Model for Your Workforce Needs
time 9 MIN
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Workforce Trends
5 Things to Know About the Modern Independent Worker
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Guides and Templates
6 Ways to Sell Better and Get More Consulting Clients (Guide)
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Workforce Management
Why Top Companies Prioritize Feedback From Independent Contractors
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Manage a Small Business
Level Up: Skill-Building Strategies for Today’s Independent Professionals
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Workforce Management
Bridging the Gap: Workforce Development Tips for Every Generation
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Start a Small Business
Do I Have an Entrepreneur Mindset?
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Manage a Small Business
Soft Skills in the Workplace: Top Skills and How to Improve Them
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Manage a Small Business
10 Valuable Skills Consultants Need to Succeed
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Workforce Management
6 Tips for Productive Remote 1-on-1 Meetings
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Direct Sourcing
Upskilling and Reskilling Independent Talent: What to Know
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Direct Sourcing
4 Ways to Build a Pool of Qualified Independent Talent
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Grow a Small Business
7 Best Practices for Becoming a Successful Independent Consultant
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Direct Sourcing
5 Benefits of Project-Based Hiring
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Misclassification & Compliance
5 Common Concerns About Working With Independent Contractors
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Guides and Templates
How to Interview for Soft Skills (Guide)
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Workforce Management
Investing in Your Workforce: 7 Strategies for Success
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Workforce Management
Essential Questions to Ask When Evaluating Agent of Record Companies (AORs)
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Grow a Small Business
10 Ways for Independent Contractors to Navigate Slow Business Periods
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Workforce Trends
Preparing Your Workforce for the AI Era: What to Do First
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Contracts and Finance
How to Prepare for Tax Season as an Independent Contractor
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Workforce Management
8 Items to Include In an Independent Contractor Agreement
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Workforce Trends
5 Things to Know About Independent Digital Content Creators
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Misclassification & Compliance
3 Benefits of Creating a Workforce Compliance Program
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Guides and Templates
Worker Classification Guide: 3 Options for Engagement
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Grow a Small Business
Education Options to Grow Your Skills and Your Business
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Grow a Small Business
Upskilling: The Importance for Your Business
time 7 MIN
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Workforce Management
How an Employer of Record Helps Reduce Compliance Risks
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Workforce Management
3 Tips for Effective Virtual Leadership
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13 Books Workforce Management Executives Should Read
Workforce Trends
13 Business Books Management Executives Should Read
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Guides and Templates
Scope of Work Essentials: Overview, Best Practices, and Helpful Templates
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Direct Sourcing
What to Look for When Hiring a Consultant
time 7 MIN
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Market a Small Business
10 Ways to Use Gen AI to Streamline Your Small Business
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Grow a Small Business
5 Ways to Find New Clients Using AI
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Manage a Small Business
7 Ways AI Can Help Your Small Business Be More Organized
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Resources
Compliance Risk Assessment Tool for Independent Workforce Engagement
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Start a Small Business
5 Basic Startup Costs for Independent Consultants
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Workforce Management
Talent Redeployment: How to Build a Team You Can Trust
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Workforce Management
Employer of Record (EOR): Myths Debunked
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Start a Small Business
10 Things to Love About Being Self-Employed
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Guides and Templates
6 Consulting Frameworks for Small Business (Guide + Worksheets)
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Grow a Small Business
4 Must-Have AI Skill Areas for Any Independent Professional
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Workforce Management
How to Attract Top Independent Talent: Tips on Becoming a Client of Choice
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Direct Sourcing
The Independent AI Strategist: Why You Need One (or More)
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Workforce Trends
How to Create a Successful AI Implementation Plan for Your Organization
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Guides and Templates
10 Ways to Become a Thought Leader As an Independent Professional (Guide)
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Workforce Trends
How is Artificial Intelligence Impacting Independent Work?
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Workforce Management
6 Ways to Help Your Workforce Make the Most of AI
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Manage a Small Business
6 Alternatives to Working From Home for Independent Contractors
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Workforce Management
Evaluating Employer of Record (EOR) Companies: Questions to Ask
time 8 MIN
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Guides and Templates
How to Write a Consulting Contract (Guide): Types and Terms to Include
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Workforce Management
True Flexibility Is Key to Success in the Future of Work
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Grow a Small Business
5 Ways to Diversify Your Small Business
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Workforce Management
5 Ways to Attract Top Independent Talent
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Workforce Management
The Impact of Worker Misclassification on Your Company’s Credibility
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Grow a Small Business
Build Your Independent Business Through Teaming
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Grow a Small Business
8 Essential Elements of a Professional Website
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Misclassification & Compliance
Calculate Your Worker Misclassification Risk (Guide)
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Market a Small Business
7 Places Where Independent Contractors Can Showcase Their Business Brand
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Manage a Small Business
What to Look For When Evaluating a Company’s Compliance Practices
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Manage a Small Business
RFP Writing Tips to Land the Clients You Really Want
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Grow a Small Business
The Support Team Every Independent Professional Needs
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Grow a Small Business
How to Build a Business Case to Become a Digital Nomad
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Market a Small Business
6 Tips for Networking Via LinkedIn As an Independent Contractor
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Guides and Templates
5 Small Business Reputation Management Strategies That Work (Guide)
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Misclassification & Compliance
How Compliance Issues Can Undermine Your Reputation With Independent Contractors
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Grow a Small Business
Setting SMART Business Goals for the Upcoming Year
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Workforce Management
Attract Top Independent Contractors With These 5 Tips 
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