The Weekly Independent: October 5, 2020

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 acquires MindSumo, a crowdsourcing and open innovation platform. 
• Having endless virtual meetings? Here are three tips to Zoom like a pro. 
• Forbes explores how the pandemic fueled a freelancing boom.
• Maximize your client relationships in these 10 key ways. 
• Forbes discusses the new division of labor in the future of work. 
• Planning to start a small business? Use these four simple tips to help you figure out how much money you need to start it.
• CNBC warns that the future of work could potentially be defined by more hours and meetings. 
• Here are three cost savings opportunities companies can gain from implementing a direct sourcing solution.
• Financial Express explains the importance of life insurance for self-employed.

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