Archive for June 2019

Using data from our 2019 State of Independence Report, this article describes the recent growth of the gig economy. This means the “alternative workforce” isn’t really alternative anymore, it’s now a part of everyday life.

MBO Partners’ 9th annual State of Independence Report finds that while those forced into freelancing by unemployment are flocking back to traditional jobs, many free agents don’t want to give up the freedoms that come with self-employment.

This article uses data from our 2019 State of Independence in America report to show how independent workers view the security associated with independent work.

Confidence among “independent workers” in the U.S. is higher than ever, thanks in part to technological advances, growth in online talent marketplaces and a skilled talent shortage, according to a report from MBO Partners.

This article uses data from our 2018 State of Independence in America report to illustrate the “new normal” in the U.S. workforce.

MBO Partners published its 9th annual “State of Independence” report, which provides rich insights into characteristics and attitudes, as well as trends and changes over time, of the independent workforce.

The US independent workforce will rise to 47.2 million over the next five years, representing a 2.8% annual growth rate, according to MBO Partners’ new “2019 State of Independence in America report” released today.