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5 Ways HR Professionals Can Optimize a Successful Independent Contractor Program

By MBO Partners

In this article, MBO Partners Founder Gene Zaino shares five tips HR teams can use to optimize their independent contractor program and become a client of choice.

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The Highest-Paying Freelance Jobs of 2020 Where You Can Earn $90,000 or More

By MBO Partners

Using data from MBO Partners’ 2019 State of Independence Report, this article lists the 25 highest-paying freelance jobs in 2020, ranging from contract law and data visualization analysts to digital marketing consultants.

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IT Hiring will be Interim and Project-Based in 2020

By MBO Partners

Citing MBO Partners’ 2019 State of Independence research, this article details how savvy employers are shifting their IT talent strategies to include interim hires.

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13 Books Workforce Management Executives Should Read

13 Books Workforce Management Executives Should Read

By MBO Partners

No matter what stage you’re at in your career, experienced leaders know that there’s always more out there to learn. Books are a great way to expand your knowledge—even if you don’t agree with everything an author touts, simply hearing new and different perspectives is valuable. As you look forward to the New Year, and…

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California’s New Employment Law has Boomeranged and is Starting to Crush Freelancers

By MBO Partners

In an interview with CNBC, MBO Partners’ Founder and Executive Chairman, Gene Zaino, discusses the impact of California’s new AB 5 employment law. AB 5 goes into effect Jan. 1, 2020.

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9 Events for Freelancers in 2020

By MBO Partners

As an independent professional, keeping your skills and knowledge current is part of the job. But as a company of one, you may often feel isolated or out of the loop when it comes to larger business trends. Whether you are just starting out or are a well-established freelancer, furthering your knowledge can give you…

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Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News November, 2019

Independent Contractor Misclassification and Compliance News: November, 2019

By MBO Partners

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. Illinois’ Human Rights Act Protects Independent Contractors…

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How to Make the Most of Black Friday as an Independent Contractor

By MBO Partners

Tis the season… for holiday shopping, that is. The holidays are prime season for consumer spending, and there’s no reason why independent contractors can’t capitalize on Black Friday spending just like any other retailer. Last year, 174 million people went shopping online or in-store over Thanksgiving weekend, according to the National Retail Federation. And those…

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Why Does the IRS Care About Worker Classification?

By MBO Partners

Contingent workers are a growing and increasingly prominent part of our workforce today. As more people choose independent work as a career path, the issue of worker misclassification is growing as well. The IRS estimates that millions of workers have been misclassified, and according to state-level studies, 10-20% of employers misclassify at least one worker…

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The New ‘Rich’ Breed of Gig Workers

By MBO Partners

Using MBO Partners’ research, this article describes a new breed of independent professionals that are revolutionizing the gig economy.

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