Posts by MBO Partners
Contractors vs Consultants: What is the difference?
There are 41 million self-employed Americans today working as consultants, freelancers, contractors and more. By 2024, we anticipate that this total number of independent workers will rise to more than 47 million. This independent workforce touches all segments of the economy—from on-demand drivers and freelance writers to marketing professionals and website designers serving major companies.…
Read MoreHow to Turn Your Independent Workforce into a Competitive Advantage
Realize the competitive advantage of making independent talent part of your workforce strategy by creating a program to that brings top talent to your doorstep, compliantly.
Read MoreFour Tips to Secure Buy-In for Your Independent Contractor Program
Forward-thinking companies understand that incorporating independent professionals as part of their workforce is a strategy that can increase organizational agility and give them a leg up in today’s competitive market for top talent. Independent professionals provide a flexible way to secure high-level expertise on an as-needed basis. But in order to easily—and compliantly—find, engage, and…
Read MoreIndependent Professionals: Who They Are and What You Should Know About Them
The independent workforce is comprised of 41 million people who work as contractors, consultants, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and more. This fast-growing population includes all age ranges, genders, skill sets, and income levels, and spans many different segments of our economy from app-based commodity service like on-demand drivers, to graphic designers, government consultants, and personal finance experts. However, we…
Read MoreThe Weekly Independent: August 5, 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. Congresswoman Elise…
Read MoreWriting a Scope of Work: Actionable Tips and Techniques
What is a Scope of Work? Before starting a new project, independent professionals are often asked to prepare a Scope of Work (SOW) document that outlines the terms of their project and details items like payment terms, roles and responsibilities, and a timeline for work. This is a straightforward document, but if you’re compiling one for the first…
Read MoreHow Do I Negotiate a Contract as an Independent Consultant?
In any business agreement, it is highly recommended to use a well-written contract. Contracts provide clarity, establish a relationship, and offer protection to all parties involved. For these reasons, many independent professionals wisely insist on using written contracts for every client project. In some cases, you may use your own contract, but clients will generally…
Read More3 Things You Might Not Know About Independent Contractor Compliance
Minimize the risk of worker misclassification by understanding these three important components of independent contractor compliance.
Read More4 Steps to Hiring the Right Independent Professional for Your Workforce Needs
You need to find a savvy, highly-skilled independent professional who respects a strict budget and has the specific expertise you’re looking for. Work needs to get done, and there’s no time to waste. So, where should you start looking, and how do you effectively screen and monitor the talent you find to protect your company’s…
Read MoreProcureCon Contingent Staffing Conference: An Analyst’s Takeaways
In this article, Spend Matters recaps the event, including our own session on how enterprises can compete for talent and position themselves as a Client of Choice.
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