by dankeelan | Mar 9, 2021 | Featured, Gender, Gig Workers
Even in emerging job economies, a gender pay gap is evident, and new research points to women’s lower pay expectations. Amid pandemic-related job losses or furloughs, gig work has boomed. Instacart, DoorDash and UberEats have seen increases in those signing up to work...
by dankeelan | Mar 9, 2021 | Benefits, Gig Workers, U.S. Economy
Buried in the legislation are provisions that will require them to provide a lot more information to the IRS about the money millions of people earn through their platforms, which is likely to bring in billions of dollars more in federal taxes. That will generate cash...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Gig Workers, Jobs, Tips
Freelance writers are in high demand. But landing new clients can be the hardest part of the job. For each project, you might be vying with dozens of other candidates, which puts the onus on you to prove that you’re better than the competition. The solution: Post a...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Gig Workers, Healthcare, Safety
Last year, media reports showed surreal images of previously bustling streets laying empty as stores were shut and WFH became the norm. Among the few who kept working in close contact with the public during the pandemic were gig workers, such as drivers and...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Career, Featured
No matter where you are in your career, you didn’t get there without help. Someone opened a door, gave you advice, shared a bit of info about a path or a profession. And when you pass that kindness on to others, you often get more benefits than you could have...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Benefits, Featured, U.S. Economy
Relief is coming to unemployed people previously not eligible for unemployment benefits. The U.S. Department of Labor announced an expansion on Thursday of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA). The guidelines expand eligibility for three...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Now that signs are starting to point towards a gradual return to the office, it is time to consider the role that corporate EdTech will play in the future of the workplace. Will the tech solutions that organizations have leant on to fill the pandemic-shaped hole in...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Remote Work, Technology
While the steady increase in people working from home was accelerated by the pandemic last year, it’s clear there will be no swift return to normality. The biggest challenge facing organizations in 2021 is securing the remote workforce. As companies strive to find an...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Europe, Future of Work, Gig Workers
The European Union has kicked off the first stage of a consultation process involving gig platforms and workers. Regional lawmakers have said they want to improve working conditions for people who provide labor via platforms which EU digital policy chief, Margrethe...
by dankeelan | Mar 2, 2021 | Finance, Gig Workers
According to a study conducted by Upwork and Freelancers Union, 57 million Americans freelanced in 2019. It’s likely that this number will only continue to grow in the coming years. Whether you’re freelancing on a full-time basis or working a gig as a side...
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