by dankeelan | Sep 29, 2020 | Gig Workers, Legislation, U.S. Economy
On September 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) unveiled its long-awaited proposed independent contractor rule. The new rule sets forth a new standard for determining whether a worker can be classified as an independent contractor rather than an employee for...
by dankeelan | Sep 29, 2020 | California, Featured, Gig Workers, Technology
The massively expensive campaign for a state proposition to let Uber, Instacart and other major tech companies keep treating their drivers as contractors rather than employees remains wide open as Election Day approaches, a poll released Wednesday found. The Berkeley...
by dankeelan | Sep 22, 2020 | Entrepreneurs, Featured, Tips
With the rise of the gig economy, even longtime traditional employees may consider going into business for themselves. I made the switch from employee to entrepreneur 13 years ago for the flexibility and unlimited earning potential, and now I would never go back. That...
by dankeelan | Sep 22, 2020 | Finance, Gig Workers, Start Up
Millions of independent contractors are making money in the gig economy, but many don’t have access to financial credit services to help grow their personal microbusinesses. Level wants to help. The Seattle startup partners with marketplace platforms such as...
by dankeelan | Sep 22, 2020 | Remote Work, Tips
As remote work looms beyond the pandemic, the ability to remain focused, organized, and productive at home is becoming a coveted skill. Career advisors say highlighting it on a résumé can give applicants an advantage. “Reflecting this experience catches an...
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