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I’m a Gig Worker with Zero Parental Leave
Nine months ago I was not yet a bleary-eyed dad juggling work and two baby boys, but I did know a second baby was imminent. What should’ve been a happy milestone was quickly blunted by a boomeranging lament – that there would be no taking any paid parental leave for...
Audio Production Freelance Income Survey – The Results
A few weeks ago we invited audio production freelancers the opportunity to take part in an anonymous survey about income and other associated factors. The response was encouraging with over 850 respondents worldwide. The survey was split into several questions,...
World of Hybrid Work Accelerating a New Generation of Tech Leaders
Remote work supported business continuity when crisis dominated the workplace last year. Now, a blend of in-person and at-home work - what's increasingly called hybrid work - will dominate the workplace. And the technology industry is stepping up to support them. The...
‘Paychecks for Patriots’ Job Fair in West Palm Beach
The event is for both veterans and their spouses, however anyone living in Palm Beach County can also attend. It’s a chance to meet with recruiters face to face. “Transitioning from active duty to the civilian sector is the hardest part about being in the military,"...
America’s Women Still on the Sidelines as Jobs Recovery Picks Up Steam
The US jobs recovery finally picked up steam again in October, but not everyone is benefiting: Many women who were forced to drop out of the labor force during the pandemic are still on the sidelines. How to get them back could be a question on lawmakers' minds for...
10 Essential Leadership Skills Every Entrepreneur Should Continually Hone
For most entrepreneurs, the early days of their business entail doing most of the day-to-day work themselves. However, as your business grows, so will your need to hire and effectively manage others. Expanding your team requires you to hone your...
UOB to Hire Retired Employees for Gig Work
The United Overseas Bank (UOB) has announced that they’ll be bringing back retired employees for short-term and project-based jobs. In a report from Channel News Asia, the bank will be offering opportunities in the fields of customer service, process and systems...
Gig Economy Work in England and Wales Almost Triples in 5 Years
THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE working for gig economy platforms has nearly tripled in England and Wales over the past five years, according to new research published by the TUC. The research – carried out by the University of Hertfordshire with fieldwork and data collection by...
