by dankeelan | Jul 20, 2021 | California, Gig Workers, U.S. Economy
During the peak of the Great Depression, 25% of the American workforce lost their jobs, a staggering figure that would go unrivaled for a century. In May 2020, the country came close: up to 16% of Americans were out of work, beating a high of 10.6% during the Great...
by dankeelan | Jul 20, 2021 | Featured, Gig Workers, Jobs, Tips
Business leaders and entrepreneurs tend to be sociable, well-connected types. As they meet new people and learn more about what makes others successful, chances are strong they will encounter multiple opportunities to start some form of side hustle. For many, the...
by dankeelan | Jul 13, 2021 | Gig Workers, Jobs, Tips
You don’t need a fancy college degree to make great money if you happen to have tech skills. If you can code, provide help with websites or test software, you may be able to earn a six-figure income. Experience and references are helpful, but no degree is required....
by dankeelan | Jul 13, 2021 | Future of Work, Gig Workers, U.S. Economy
There are many reasons why people might want to become independent workers or freelancers. For workers, it can mean greater flexibility, especially when it comes to deciding on a schedule that works best, whether it’s full-time, part-time, or built around other...
by dankeelan | Jul 13, 2021 | Benefits, Gig Workers
GoodRx CEO Doug Hirsch discussed the online marketplace’s plan with food delivery company DoorDash to help couriers access discounted prescription drugs. The Street: Watch Interview
by dankeelan | Jul 13, 2021 | Australia, Gig Workers
The Uber-ised economy is delivering anxiety and danger for miners and their families, an inquiry has been told. Wages paid to miners in regional areas are down by $400 million to $800 million because of the casualisation of the workforce, economist Stephen Whelan told...
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