The Weekly Independent: November 22, 2021

By MBO Partners • November 22, 2021

3 MIN

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.

MBO Partners’ recent study indicates that 7.1 million Americans participate in the Creator Economy. The study also expects that the Creator economy will experience explosive growth over the next two years.
Peter Bendor-Samuel, the CEO of Everest Group, shares five ways on how organizations can find the required skills amidst acute talent shortages.
Allan Martinson, the CEO of Xolo, predicts that freelancers and contractors are the future of work, and more technology startups will capitalize on this growing class of workers.
The recent Motus 2021 WorkAnywhere Benchmark Report revealed that 75% of hybrid or remote workers had increased expectations of flexible working arrangements, and workers with perceived workplace flexibility are 86% more productive.
Inc. shares the recent results of Microsoft’s research about remote work, including how employees spend less time collaborating with other organization members. The article also discusses the strategies that can address the concern.
Shep Hyken, the Chief Amazement Officer of Shepard Presentations, shares the contribution of Great Resignation to the growing “Skimpflation” problem.
Economists at Barclays perceive that the Great Resignation trend may have been exaggerated and foresee that it will subside soon.
Meanwhile, a Fast Company article discusses why the Great Resignation trend continues to accelerate.
Given the increase of remote work arrangements and digital nomads, some companies are looking to apply a geo-specific payment scheme.
A survey released by BambooHR revealed that 41% of the baby boomers prefer to work from home or some other locations outside the office.

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