Archive for September 2018
Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News: September, 2018
A monthly summary of independent contractor misclassification and compliance news. This is the September, 2018 edition.
Read MoreThe Number of Six-Figure Freelancers Rose 70% in Seven Years
Forbes reports on MBO Partners’ research on high-earning independent professionals.
Read MoreOne in Five Independents Makes More than $100,000 Annually: Here’s How They Do It
Today, 3.3 million independent workers earn more than $100,000 annually. Since MBO Partners began tracking the size and makeup of the independent workforce in 2011, this high-earning population has grown more than 70%, and it has become obvious that as enterprise needs for independent talent grow, those with in-demand skills are going and staying independent in…
Read MoreConsulting Terms Glossary: Definitions You Need to Know
As the independent workforce continues to grow and evolve, so does the vocabulary of terminology surrounding it. Here are a few of the most commonly used and confused terms you’ll come across in the industry. 1. W-2 vs. 1099 Worker classification is a complicated issue that has a big impact on contractor engagement. W-2s and…
Read MoreConsulting After Retirement: Advice from John Frazier Glenn
Independent consultant Dr. John Frazier Glenn shares his journey to self-employment.
Read MoreHow to Set Boundaries at Work as an Independent Contractor
Setting healthy boundaries at work can be challenging as an independent professional. Here are three tips for setting your limits.
Read MoreThe Weekly Independent: September 24, 2018
News and notes for independent professionals and their clients. This is the September 24, 2018 edition.
Read More5 Practical Up-Selling Tips for Independent Consultants
How to upsell your services as an independent professional.
Read MoreHow to Cultivate Learning Agility as an Independent Professional
Learning agility is an essential skill for independent professionals. Learn the core behaviors of this skill and how to apply it to your business.
Read MoreWhat is Business Credit and Why is it Important?
Business credit can provide protection, value, and financial security for your company. Here’s what you need to know.
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