by dankeelan | Jul 21, 2020 | Age, Featured, Gig Workers, Tips
As the unemployment rate approaches 14%, older workers are suffering disproportionately in the coronavirus pandemic. For some, though, there might be a reprieve: freelancing. Though not traditionally an arena where Gen X and boomer workers seek employment, the growth...
by dankeelan | Jul 21, 2020 | Benefits, Gig Workers, U.S. Economy
A Nevada judge said Monday the state unemployment office has to begin paying pandemic relief benefits to out-of-work gig and independent workers who haven’t completely stopped working and were cut off from receiving payments. Judge Barry Breslow in Reno ruled that...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Finance, Tips
When taxes got delayed from April 15 to July 15 this year, lots of people thought that would give them plenty of time to get taxes done on time. But if you’re a true procrastinator you knew all along that the extra time would be squandered and the deadline would loom...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Gig Workers, Pay, Tips
There is no right way to price your services. Over the years, what I’ve learned is that every freelancer, every project, and every client is unique. Because of this, there is no one-size-fits-all model for how you should price your work and services. You can spend...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Entrepreneurs
As an entrepreneur and established businesswoman, I’m often asked if females still have to face the sort of obstacles and hurdles that males do not have to contend with. In other words, is it still a struggle for a woman to succeed in the...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Benefits, Featured, U.S. Economy
You can tell a lot about COVID-19 and the effects it’s had on the U.S. economy by looking at the numbers. The pandemic forced the closure of many businesses, at least temporarily, and led to record numbers of people losing their jobs. Here’s one example:...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Safety, Unions
On a crisp May morning in Washington’s Yakima Valley, Blanca Olivares took her break from sorting apples at the Allan Brothers packing facility a little early. Soon, five other workers joined her in the outdoor patio area. Together they waited, disappointment creeping...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Featured, Remote Work, Tips
Four months into WFH life, you might need a reminder on the importance of moving around and taking breaks during the work day to stay productive (and sane). At TM’s virtual retreat, we shared the tips that are keeping us going. Work-from-home burnout is real....
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Jobs, Tips
If you need extra income, you might check out some freelance work. Unemployment levels are high, and the extra $600 in weekly federal jobless benefits is set to run out the end of July. But the good news is that finding some extra work may be easier. Companies often...
by dankeelan | Jul 14, 2020 | Gig Workers, Tips
College life is exciting and hectic for students since there is so much to do with a tight budget. Being broke in college can be frustrating since you are independently managing your finances. Holding a full-time job might also be tricky because of long class hours....
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