The Weekly Independent: August 7, 2017

Staying on top of your field means staying ahead of the biggest news stories. That’s why each week we bring you The Weekly Independent, a quick-hit digest of news of note from around the web.

• How the world of freelancing is undergoing a fundamental change in perception.
• A newly proposed House bill seeks to provide clarity and guidance on independent contractor classification.

• How to write RFPs that resonate with the independent professional talent you’re looking for.
• The Huffington Post explores strategies to make freelancers a valued part of your team.
• How, when, and why you should consider raising your independent consulting rates.
• Harvard Business Review explores how AI is beginning to replace consultants and specialized workers.
• Inc. explores the happiness of freelancers.
• The majority of self-employed people in Britain don’t have a personal pension, a new survey finds.

• Five tips to double your productivity from Forbes.

• Fast Company looks at what it takes to land a traditional job after being self-employed.

• Here’s why all companies are players in the gig economy.

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