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6 Project Management Tips for Independent Contractors
There’s no getting around it—project management is a core competency for any successful solo consultant. In addition to your specialized expertise, the success of client engagements and your business requires effective results and milestone management. If this isn’t a strong skill set of yours, don’t worry. There are many ways to enhance project management capabilities through…
Read MoreThe Future of Work: Contingent workers and new employment models
MBO Partners’ CEO Gene Zaino contributed his expertise as an industry expert panel member for Osborne Clarke’s latest report on the Future Of Work.
Read MoreMaternity Leave for Independent Contractors: Advice from 6 Self-Employed Moms
Even with the flexibility of self-employment, taking maternity leave as an independent professional can be a challenge—both financially and logistically. Not only do you need to plan ahead for your projects, bring in extra help if needed, and set boundaries with your clients, but it’s also important to think ahead to childcare options and set realistic goals…
Read MoreWharton Business Radio on Sirius XM
MBO Partners CEO, Gene Zaino, was recently featured on the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business Sirius XM radio show Knowledge@Wharton.
Read MoreFive Marketing Tips from John Jantsch
Marketing consultant, speaker, and best-selling author John Jantsch, founded the Duct Tape Marketing System and Duct Tape Marketing Consulting Network to train and license small business marketing consultants around the world. Jantsch acknowledges that marketing can be challenging for independent professionals, who are often working with limited time and resources. Nevertheless, he is confident that independents can successfully…
Read MoreKnowledge-Based Contractors: The Gig Economy Goes Upscale
A story about the rise of highly-skilled independent professionals cites MBO Partners’ CEO, Gene Zaino, and State of Independence research.
Read MoreHow to Incorporate Diversity and Inclusion Practices Into Contingent Labor Programs
A Spend Matters story about diversity and inclusion practices cites MBO Partners State of Independence research.
Read More10 Independent Consulting Myths
The ability to work when and where you like, be your own boss, and turn your passion into a career make independent work broadly appealing, but that doesn’t mean it is for everyone. Running your own business can be stressful and it will require more than a few long hours. Nevertheless, people are often hesitant…
Read MoreWhen Misclassification Comes Your Way, Here’s What To Do
MBO Partners’ CEO Gene Zaino talks about worker misclassification and what businesses should do in the event of an IRS audit in Forbes op-ed.
Read MoreThe Future of the Independent Workforce Is the Future of Your Business
A story about the future of the independent workforce cites MBO Partners’ research and CEO, Gene Zaino.
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