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4 Ways a Leading Cloud-Based Software Company Optimized their Workforce (Case Study)

By MBO Partners

CASE STUDY Vertical: Technology | Type: Workforce Management Many businesses today are embracing an increasingly independent labor force that is a strategic mix of full-time, independent, and offshore talent. A blended workforce offers enterprises the ability to scale work up and down depending on market needs. This approach not only gives businesses ready access to…

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10 Do’s and Don’ts to Follow when Working with Independent Contractors

By MBO Partners

If you’re looking to engage a top independent contractor for your next project, there are a few tips and best practices to keep in mind. Follow these simple steps to ensure project success! DO THIS NOT THIS Develop job descriptions tailored to the independent contractor audience Market the project scope in addition to the desired…

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4 Ways to Increase Your Return on Investment Using Contractors

By John Dahlberg

More companies are incorporating independent contractors into their talent strategy and they do so because there is a significant return on investment for doing so. Here’s why. There are a variety of dynamics and nuances at play when it comes to managing the lifecycle of independent talent, but there three components that all investments share:…

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Women’s History Honor: Jennifer Lemmert on What It Takes to Be A Female Independent Professional

By MBO Partners

Meet Jennifer Lemmert who is featured in our series on National Women’s History. Jennifer has helped leading brands such as Marriott and Freddie Mac, build communications and outreach campaigns that have driven brand loyalty and engagement. 

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Women’s History Honor: Melisa Liberman on What It Takes to Be A Female Independent Professional

By MBO Partners

Meet Melisa Liberman who is featured in our series on National Women’s History. Melisa is a business growth coach who focuses on helping independent consultants double their revenue without sacrificing their personal lives.

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4 Ways to Reduce Worker Misclassification Risk

By MBO Partners

Worker misclassification is a complex topic. It does not always have a straightforward solution. Often, misclassification can be unintentional because businesses simply do not have a full understanding of the laws regarding how to classify their workers. However, it can also be done intentionally to reduce labor costs or avoid payroll taxes. Regardless of why…

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6 Best Practices for Creating a Virtual Talent Bench

By MBO Partners

A virtual talent bench—a group of independent talent who have already performed all onboarding steps prior to a role being offered—can help organizations remain flexible and competitive. Establishing a group of reliable talent allows for simplified, rapid deployment, minimizes the risk of worker misclassification, and helps attracts top talent with the prospect of getting to…

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5 Ways Hiring Managers Can Help Talent Get to Work Faster

By MBO Partners

If you’re hiring an independent contractor, chances are you need them to get to work quickly. But in our modern work environment where independent talent—and you—likely work from home, this can seem like a daunting task. Luckily, the reality is everyone is in the same boat. More people than ever before are WFH, and there…

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3 Ways to Find and Keep Top Independent Professional Talent

By MBO Partners

Independent talent are a growing part of the workforce for many leading organizations today. Independent contractors offer companies the ability to bring a valuable set of skills to a project for a specific period of time. This approach helps to minimize employment costs and increase flexibility. But as the demand for independent workers grows—especially those…

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4 Ways to Work Effectively with Remote Consultants

By MBO Partners

More workers than ever before, particularly independent contractors, are choosing to work remotely. In fact, our research finds that 4.8 million independents currently describe themselves as digital nomads: workers who have chosen to embrace a location-independent, technology-enabled lifestyle that enables them to travel and work remotely, anywhere in the world. And 17 million more aspire…

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