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Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News April 2023
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. Seattle Ordinance Expands Paid Time Off for…
Read More6 Tips for Open Innovation Solver Success
As an independent professional, being an open innovation solver can be fulfilling. It helps create a new revenue stream and the satisfaction of contributing to a company’s strategic direction. You know how to write a winning proposal and you understand the importance of cultivating a good relationship with a client or prospect. This means…
Read More8 Tips to Make Your Small Business Stand Out
As a small business owner, it can be hard to stand out from the crowd—especially if you are just starting out. Giving an identity and voice to your company is the first step to land those initial clients and build your reputation. As your small business grows, so can your efforts to build a visible…
Read MoreEducate through Communication in Your Direct Sourcing Program
The more smoothly and fully your direct sourcing program is embedded in the daily workflow, the more beneficial it will be. Such an outcome requires achieving buy-in and participation from key stakeholders, especially the hiring managers who are the “customers” of the program. Education through communication is an essential part of gaining support for the…
Read MoreEffective Communication in Your Direct Sourcing Program
Like the employee portion of the workforce, your independent talent network is not a homogeneous group. The communication strategies for your direct sourcing program must be crafted to resonate with the right audiences, whether directed internally or externally. Insight into the communication preferences and messaging styles of the different components of your talent network can…
Read More5 Ways to Attract Top Talent
In 2022, there were more than 64 million independent workers. And the vast majority of this group has a lot of choice when it comes to picking the clients they work with. Independent talent can fill in-demand roles with skills like specialized management consulting, engineering, marketing, research, and product development. As organizations look for new…
Read MoreClient Loyalty vs Client Retention: Tips to Improve Both
Client retention and client loyalty are an important part of running a small business. As an independent professional, you’ll quickly learn that a key to sustained business growth is retaining a pool of reliable, loyal clients. But finding and acquiring new clients is often a big investment of time and energy. Instead, if you can…
Read MoreYour Direct Sourcing Dream Team
In previous direct sourcing articles, we’ve looked at using a skills assessment to build a program business case and three areas to improve understanding so that you can make progress. A direct sourcing program is a strategic initiative involving various players. Centered on the Talent Acquisition function, the initial phase requires design input from other…
Read MoreThe Creator Economy Continues to Grow and Despite Challenges, Creators are Highly Satisfied
Small Business Labs covers MBO Partners’ Creator Economy research.
Read MoreNew Research Identifies the 5 Types of Digital Nomads
Inc Magazine covers MBO Partners’ Digital Nomads research.
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