Archive for March 2018
3 Client Retention Strategies
As an independent professional, you represent the face of your business on a daily basis and that requires finding ways to keep your clients coming back in order to maintain a steady flow of work. You must always be thinking ahead so gaps in your work don’t turn into gaps in your income. By building…
Read MoreDon’t Confuse Driving for Uber With the Freelancer Economy Powering America’s Entrepreneurial Boom
MBO Partners’ State of Independence research is cited in a story discussing the rise of professional services work in the gig economy.
Read MoreA New Quagmire for Quarterly U.S. Taxpayers
An article discussing the confusion quarterly taxpayers are facing in light of the new tax law cites Gene Zaino, CEO of MBO Partners.
Read MoreLaunching Your Business: Where to Cut Costs and When to Splurge
With the choice to work independently, you must accept the challenge that your success is tied to your business decisions. What you choose to do with your money is an important part of that challenge. Which purchases are smart investments? Which are simply a waste of money? Here are three areas where you can cut…
Read MoreThe Weekly Independent: March 19, 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. Freelancers are happy and prospering, SFGate reports. What you need to know about landing government contracts as an independent professional. Uber…
Read MoreHow to Repurpose Content
If you haven’t realized it yet, a big part of marketing your business involves creating content. From keyword-rich writing on your personal website and social media posts to email newsletters or small advertisements, online marketing is all about showing people what makes you an industry expert. But content creation takes time, and as an independent you can…
Read MoreIndependent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News: March, 2018
As the independent workforce continues to grow, so do the issues of worker compliance and misclassification. It is important for enterprises to remain informed about the latest laws, regulations, and developments surrounding these topics. Each month, we’ll bring you the latest news stories from around the web. 1. Court Finds Grubhub Driver Was an Independent…
Read MoreHow to Get Government Contracts
Have you ever wondered how to work with the government as an independent contractor? The federal government is the largest contractor in the world, with many opportunities for independents. Each year, billions of dollars in contracts are set aside for small businesses, women, minorities, and veterans. Many independents look to government contracting as another option…
Read MoreThe Surprising Reality Is Freelancers Are Happy and Prospering
Gene Zaino, CEO of MBO Partners, is quoted in a story discussing the positive experience most freelancers are having in the growing gig economy.
Read MoreHow to Get Ready for Tax Season as a Small Business
Whether you go it alone, hire a tax preparation professional, or take advantage of MBO’s tax preparation and filing assistance, tax season doesn’t have to be a daunting day on your calendar. So long as you prepare ahead of time, take the proper steps, and compile the information you need, your annual tax filing will be…
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