Archive for January 2018
Direct Sourcing of Independent Professionals: What Enterprises Need to Know in 2018 (Part 2)
Part 2 of Spend Matters’ direct sourcing series looks at the emergence of enterprise-grade, direct sourcing solutions, and highlights MBO Partners as a specialized independent contractor services provider.
Read MoreOlder Workers Shine in Gig Jobs
An article discussing the success older workers are finding in the gig workforce cites MBO Partners’ State of Independence research.
Read MoreSteps to Build Your Million-Dollar, Independent Business
The rise of one-million-dollar, one-person businesses in the past five years is the biggest trend in employment today, offering the widest range of people the most ways to earn a living while having the lifestyles they want. In The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business, Elaine Pofeldt outlines the pathways to joining this entrepreneurial movement, synthesizing advice from hundreds…
Read MorePay Rate vs Bill Rate: What’s the Difference?
Bill rate and pay rate are easily confused, but they both factor into the decision of how much you should charge for your services as an independent contractor, consultant, freelancer, etc. When negotiating with a client at the start of a consulting project, make sure you are clear on your rates, and if you are…
Read MoreThe Future of Retail: Economic Impacts in 2018
A story about economic impacts on the retail market talks about coworking and cites MBO Partners’ State of Independence research.
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