by dankeelan | May 21, 2024 | Featured, Gender, Gig Workers, Pay
Despite decades of effort to achieve better pay equity and equal opportunity in the workplace, the gender pay gap remains a complex and ongoing challenge in the United States. This is one of the most pernicious problems in the American economy because it’s...
by dankeelan | May 21, 2024 | Future of Work, Gig Workers
During my time at Levi’s, we underwent a critical evolution in how we thought about our customer. Instead of talking about “share of closet” (how many pairs of pants does someone own, and how many of them are Levi’s) we began to talk about “share of wallet.” The...
by dankeelan | May 14, 2024 | Gig Workers, Tips
If you’re reading this article, you’re probably looking for ideas of what easy freelance jobs are out there that you can start making money with right away. Ideally, you want something that allows you to work from home, set your own rates, and has minimum barriers to...
by dankeelan | May 14, 2024 | Featured, Gig Workers, Mental Health
It probably won’t come as a surprise that the gig economy has exploded in recent years, thanks in large part to the pandemic. Gig work offers a level of flexibility that traditional jobs often lack, making it an attractive option for many people. Caregivers, in...
by dankeelan | May 14, 2024 | Featured, Gig Workers, Immigration
Rodolfo has driven over 18,000 Uber rides in South Florida and has a near-perfect rating. Still, he feels trapped. Adjusting to life in the US after his move from Venezuela five years ago was “extremely difficult,” Rodolfo told Business Insider...
by dankeelan | May 6, 2024 | Gig Workers, Jobs
As of February 2024, Upwork estimates that there are 76.4 million freelancers in the United States, which is an increase of 3.1 million from 2023. This number is expected to continue to grow, reaching 79.6 million in 2025, 83 million in 2026, 86.5 million in...
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