Archive for March 2019
6 Steps to Successfully Build a Small Business Brand
Why is branding important? Marketing is the engine that drives a steady flow of opportunities into an independent professional’s project pipeline. It is essential for independents to create a strong brand and develop a plan for keeping that brand visible to reach potential clients, keep them engaged, and build a lasting relationship. A strong brand…
Read MoreThe Weekly Independent: March 11, 2019
Being a successful independent contractor or a Client of Choice isn’t just about doing the best work or having the best perks. It also means staying one step ahead of the curve. That’s why each week we bring you The Weekly Independent, a quick-hit digest of news of note from around the web. The MBO…
Read MoreGig Economy: Pros and Cons of Gig Work
An article discussing the pros and cons of working in the gig economy cites MBO Partners State of Independence research.
Read MoreThe Importance Of Independent Contractor Satisfaction — And Four Ways To Achieve It
In an op-ed for Forbes, MBO Partners’ CEO, Gene Zaino, discusses the importance of independent contractor satisfaction and how to achieve it.
Read MoreMBO Partners: Leading the Next Way of Working
Hello! If you’re visiting our website today, you’ll likely notice that we look a little different. Our new branding and the new MBOPartners.com reflects our commitment to leading the next way of working, something MBO Partners has believed in and championed since our founding more than 20 years ago. We’d love to walk you through it.…
Read MoreHow to Create a Small Business Website: 5 Simple Steps
A website is not only a powerful markting tool for small business owners, it is essential in today’s world in order to build your brand, establish credibility, and generate leads. To build one yourself, follow these 5 steps—no technical background required! 1. Choose a Platform & Domain Name Depending on your tech-savvy, there are many options…
Read MoreHotel Chain in Spain Launches Pilot to Accept Bitcoin Payments
A story discussing the rise of hotel customers paying with Bitcoin cites MBO Partners’ research.
Read More3 Simple Time Management Strategies for Stressed-Out Business Owners
Luckily, we live in a freelance economy. According to the State of Independence in America from MBO Partners, there are 30.2 million independent workers who generated $1.15 trillion in revenue in 2015.
Read MoreMBO Partners Goes Abroad, Launches New International Expansion Initiative
MBO Partners announced Thursday it is launching a new initiative to expand internationally. MBO described the initiative as “a new international sales and service delivery strategy based on a network of qualified Member Firms.”
Read More10 Economic Woes Generation X Faces
Gen-X, according to a 2012 report by MBO Partners, was the first generation to fully embrace the gig economy, meaning that instead of working a regular full-time job, they hustle to make a living as freelancers.
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