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If you ask leaders at your enterprise what “workplace flexibility” means, what would they say? Many answers would probably revolve around ideas like remote/hybrid arrangements, variable work schedules, and skill-based roles, and they would be right—to a degree. These and other tactics certainly contributed to enhanced flexibility, but on their own, they can fall short…
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By now, we have all heard about digital nomadism. Earlier this year, I authored a long form piece for HBR on the topic, on how to get started and have a successful digital nomad experience. However, while the phenomenon of employee nomading has been extensively recorded, its allure is now expanding beyond individuals to encompass…
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The use of gaming techniques in non-game situations—known as gamification—has been a consumer staple for some time. From frequent flyer miles to coffee shop punch cards, retail marketers understand that motivating customers through freebies is an effective strategy. In recent years, gamification has made its way into the workplace, mainly by way of training programs…
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Giving and receiving feedback to and from your high-value independent professionals offers for great opportunities for increased innovation and continuous improvement in the business. Establishing a feedback culture in this talent pool compounds the benefits to the enterprise. Even if you do not (yet) have such a culture in your employee population, creating one among…
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Remote working has become commonplace for many organizations today. While typical remote workers tend to stay in one geographic area, another group of professionals seek even greater flexibility. Digital nomads are workers who embrace a location-independent, technology-enabled lifestyle that allows them to travel and work remotely. Our latest research found that 17.9 million American workers…
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Digital nomads—people who embrace a location-independent, technology-enabled lifestyle—have grown by leaps and bounds in the past few years. Today, more than one in ten US workers describe themselves as digital nomads. Some digital nomads work in countries worldwide, traveling frequently, while others explore areas within the US or find one place to stay for a…
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Digital nomads have a passion for travel, desire for adventure, and interest in new cultures. Becoming a digital nomad has increased a dramatic 131% from 2019 to 2023. Our latest research found that more than 17 million American workers currently describe themselves as digital nomads. A nomadic lifestyle can be both exciting and challenging. If…
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As we wrap up celebrating Independence Day, it is a great time to discuss what lies ahead for Americans. Some are saying the U.S. will remain the superpower it currently is, while others think our century may be over and China is positioned to take the title. McKinsey recently published a report on global wealth,…
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Independent contractors are a great way to be proactive when it comes to market fluctuations. More enterprises today are shifting to an agile workforce that is composed of a mix of full-time and independent talent. In fact, in a 2022 survey, companies reported that contingent labor made up 28% of their workforce. And two-thirds said…
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Independent creators—individuals who earn money by creating and distributing digital content—number 8.1 million in the US, and the population is growing. The majority are under 40 and male. They are entrepreneurial, fiercely independent, and value flexibility in their lives. This is the Creator Economy, a rising force in the marketplace. Enterprise-creator partnerships can be mutually…
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