For Independent Professionals

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Communication through Crisis: Keeping Project Management Effective in the Wake of COVID-19

By MBO Partners

In today’s post, Ken Schlechter, change and compliance management expert and owner of Kenneth Michael Consulting Services, LLC, shares insights from more than three decades of experience with companies like Morgan Stanley, The Blackstone Group, and Credit Suisse. The advice provided in this key Insight can apply both to enterprise organizations now navigating a 100…

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The CARES Act: What it Means for Self-Employed, Freelancers, Independent Workers

By MBO Partners

The information provided in the MBO Blog does not constitute legal, tax or financial advice. It does not take into account your particular circumstances, objectives, legal and financial situation or needs.  Before acting on any information in the MBO Blog you should consider the appropriateness of the information for your situation in consultation with a…

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5 Results an Executive Career Coach Can Help You Achieve

Why Hire an Executive Career Coach: 5 Benefits

By Melisa Liberman

There are so many types of coaches and coaching models out there, it can often be confusing to know why you would want to hire a coach and to understand what results you can achieve. This comes from personal experience, both as a coach and as a coachee (meaning I have my own coaches…. yes,…

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Coronavirus and the Independent Workforce: Tips, Strategies & Tools for Successful Remote Work, Safety, and Preparedness

By MBO Partners

MBO Partners recognizes the growing concern about the possible spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). We’d like to take this time to address some additional risk mitigation activities that independent professionals can take to help prevent further spread of this and any virus, as well as to offer some proactive suggestions so that independents can remain as…

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8 Small Busines Productivity Apps for 2020

8 Small Busines Productivity Apps for 2020

By MBO Partners

Each day as an independent professional is chock-full of things to do. From client meetings and project pitches to account management and brand marketing, it’s not always easy to know where to start. Luckily, apps can lend a helping hand and keep you on track. Here are eight apps to help you optimize time, meet…

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How to Start a Consulting Business in 2020

By MBO Partners

For many, the new year is a time to reflect on the past and look forward to the future. This is true for freelancers and independent professionals as well—taking the opportunity to think back on successes and failures of the past year and the past and set goals and a vision for the coming year…

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12 Business Books to Read in 2020

By MBO Partners

When you run your own business, you also run your own professional development. Certifications or continuing education programs can be great ways to learn new skills and improve on weak areas, but if you can’t commit to longer curriculum, consider setting aside some time during your workweek for a bit of reading instead. Business books…

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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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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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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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