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Remote Is A Powerful Growth Driver For Freelancing: 32 Platform CEOs Explain Why
CEO Miles Everson is quoted in this roundup of thought leaders and CEOs on the growth of remote work as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreIndependent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News: May, 2020
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. Pennsylvania Supreme Court Clarifies the Definition of…
Read MoreWebinar Recap: Boost Your Consulting Revenue with an Executive Coach
Our May 19 webinar, Using an Executive Coach to Accelerate your Independent Consulting Revenue, offered numerous tips and insights on how, when, and why an executive coach might help you grow your independent business. Coaching is a valuable tool for independent professionals, business owners, and anyone looking to expand their career and increase their earnings.…
Read MoreRetirement Options: SEP IRA for Self Employed Professionals
As a self-employed professional, you enjoy the flexibility, control, and creativity an independent career offers. However, the challenge and uncertainty of planning for retirement is a common concern. At a traditional job, you have the benefit of built-in retirement options, but this field can be more difficult to navigate on your own. Fortunately, there are…
Read MoreBusiness Negotiation Tips for Independent Professionals
As an independent professional, one of the most essential skills you can develop is the ability to negotiate business deals. If handled correctly, negotiations can solidify client relationships, set your project up for success, and help you grow your business. If handled incorrectly, you may compromise on something that is ultimately bad for your business, fail…
Read MoreHow Enterprise Organizations Can Benefit from Engaging an Executive Coach for their Workforce
In today’s post, Melisa Liberman, host of upcoming MBO webinar “Using an Executive Coach to Accelerate Your Career Revenue” and an executive coach specializing in tech leaders, offers actionable tips for enterprise organizations considering engaging an executive coach for their workforce. What does an executive coach do? At a high level, an executive coach helps guide…
Read MoreBecoming a Client of Choice: Understanding What Drives the Modern Independent Professional
The modern work environment a dynamic, evolving landscape. As more people choose to forgo traditional employment in favor of working as independent consultants, freelancers, or contractors, organizations are shifting their approach to how work gets done. About 7.6 million Americans now work full-time as highly-skilled independents providing professional services to corporations on a contract basis.…
Read MoreBest Practice: How Top Freelance Platforms Engage With Clients During COVID 19
Miles Everson is quoted in this roundup article detailing how organizations are preparing for a post-COVID-19 workforce.
Read More10 Ways to Take Advantage of Down Time as a Small Business Owner or Independent Consultant
While the goal of any small business owner is a full project pipeline with continuous work, sometimes you may have a little more time on your hands. Staying productive when you’re not working on a project may be frustrating and seem purposeless, and those who have found their pipeline changed as a result of circumstances…
Read More3 Mistakes an Executive Coach Can Help You Avoid
In today’s post, Melisa Liberman, host of upcoming MBO webinar “Using an Executive Coach to Accelerate Your Career Revenue” and an executive coach specializing in tech leaders, offers actionable tips from her own experience as both a “coach” and a “coachee” to help independent professionals considering coaching for future career growth or career transition. Despite the…
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