by dankeelan | Dec 13, 2022 | Featured, Jobs, U.S. Economy
Even with an uncertain economy, people still aren’t as worried about losing their jobs as they were pre-pandemic. Economic research director at job site Indeed Nick Bunker highlighted in a tweet results from the New York Fed Survey of Consumer...
by dankeelan | Dec 13, 2022 | Featured, Future of Work, Leadership
After several years of rapid change and dramatic disruption in the workplace, the dust is finally beginning to settle to reveal the new frontier of work. What was once a trend on the edge of standard workplace practices, work from home (WFH) has entered...
by dankeelan | Dec 13, 2022 | Gig Workers, U.S. Economy
If you’ve contemplated picking up a side hustle this year, you’re no doubt in good company. Recent data from Prudential reveals that 70% of workers across all generations have pursued or considered picking up gig work to supplement their income...
by dankeelan | Dec 13, 2022 | California, Featured, Gig Workers
For more than a year, the California voter-approved gig-economy law known as Proposition 22 has hung in the balance after a judge invalidated the ballot initiative allowing giant ride-hailing and delivery companies to classify their workers as independent...
by dankeelan | Nov 22, 2022 | Diversity, Entrepreneurs
Less than 2% of businesses in the Milwaukee area are Black-owned, but they are making an indelible mark in the city. From restaurants, clothing boutiques, and art studios to the recycling industry, Black-owned businesses have carved out niches in almost...
by dankeelan | Nov 22, 2022 | Entrepreneurs, Gig Workers
The new rules being promulgated by the U.S. Department of Labor about how to classify gig workers have evoked spirited responses on both sides of the issue. Labor activists want to see gig workers treated as employees, with employers paying a minimum wage, overtime, a...
by dankeelan | Nov 22, 2022 | Diversity, Featured, Remote Work
Here are the facts: neurodiversity presents itself in many different forms and doesn’t always fall into easily understood categories — it’s an umbrella term for a multitude of different conditions with different needs including, but not limited to, autism spectrum...
by dankeelan | Nov 22, 2022 | Featured, Mentoring
A mentorship program should be a part of any organization’s business model. Our panelists discussed their strategies for nurturing and retaining talent, and provided some best practices that companies should follow for success. Sandy Kuohn is an executive vice...
by dankeelan | Nov 22, 2022 | Leadership
If you get your customers excited about a new product, you will pay a high price if you disappoint their high expectations. To be sure, it is an impressive accomplishment to galvanize large numbers of potential customers enough to make...
by dankeelan | Nov 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
Despite rapid growth of the U.S. gig economy, the majority of gig workers remain underserved as they face a variety of unique and pressing financial challenges, and lack effective tools to help them achieve financial stability. According to new research led by...
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