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 MoreTips for Becoming an Independent Consultant as a Gen X Worker
If you’re considering making the transition from traditional employment to independent work as the next step in your career, you’re not alone. Many Gen X professionals have made the leap to solo work—representing 27% of the total independent workforce. Often characterized as the self-reliant generation, it is no surprise that so many choose to pursue independent…
Read MorePros and Cons of Self-Employment for Women
There are countless benefits to pursuing a career as an independent professional: the flexibility to work your own hours, the ability to pursue projects you’re passionate about, and the freedom to learn new skills, just to name a few. It’s therefore no surprise that there are nearly 41 million independent workers today, 47% of which are women. Women see…
Read MoreThe Weekly Independent: January 29, 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. National Public Radio explores the rise of the contract workforce. A quick explanation of the difference between gross income and net…
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 MoreHow to Start a Consulting Business on the Side
There are many benefits to independent consulting—flexible hours, unlimited earning potential, the freedom to choose your own clients and projects—and these benefits have made this career choice increasingly popular. In fact, our 2019 State of Independence in America study found that the independent workforce currently stands at 41.1 million people. However, not everyone who is…
Read MoreThe Weekly Independent: January 22, 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. Entrepreneur explores why startups should think about outsourcing work to freelancers. Follow these four tips to determine how much money you…
Read MoreHow to Create a Contractor Invoice: 6 Billing Tips
Tracking and billing time is an important task as an independent contractor, and whatever billing method you choose, you’ll want to present a reputable, professional invoice to your clients. Follow these six tips to present a clean, professional invoice to your clients. 1. Establish a Billing Policy Creating billing policies and procedures for your business…
Read MoreThe Million-Dollar, One-Person 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 MoreTypes of Independent Workers and Entrepreneurs
There are a myriad of words, phrases, and terms used to describe independent workers. Are you a freelancer, self-employed, independent consultant, independent contractor, side-gigger, on-demand worker, solopreneur, or some combination thereof? To both the outside world and the independent worker, these terms can be quite confusing. Many have conflicting definitions, particularly when it comes to…
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