There is a section of our economy that has risen to the status of having its own name. It’s called the gig economy. And its members are called gig workers. These are the workers that provide freelance work or work under short-term contracts.
Who’s doing Gig Work?
Before the pandemic there was an estimated 40 million Americans who were ...
We are constantly being bombarded by social media, TV commercials and the distractions of everyday life. Paying the bills, responding to emails, notifications from Facebook, all seem like they are necessary tasks. But many times they don’t do much to move us forward in our business lives.
What follows is a quick and simple procedure to help us move through ...
You’ve been working at a job you love for years, and feel like you’ve earned an advancement. Whether you’re taking on new responsibilities or simply feel like you’ve proven your value to the company, it’s time for you get the paycheck you deserve. Asking for a bump in pay grade can ...
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The hospitality industry is one of the fastest growing fields in the country. It’s estimated that the industry had a 17% growth rate between 2004 and 2014. This means that there is a lot of demand for employees now and in the future. To help you decide if a job in the hospitality ...
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What does the word “reinvention” mean to you? For some people, it has a negative association. They think that reinventing themselves in business means starting over from scratch. They worry that they’ll always be at a disadvantage compared to others who are already established.
This mindset, however, can be very dangerous. Fear ...
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A new job in a new location is actually one of the top five reasons people move at all, but moving for a new job is not a decision to be taken lightly. For some, changing the scenery and accepting a new position in a ...
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As working adults, we spend much of our lives rushing between one task and the next, lucky to grab those three meals a day required. Yet, even with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, our hectic schedules can leave our brains in a drag somewhere between breakfast and ...
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Technology has completely changed the way the basic business operates for the better, whether the business is large or small, especially where communication and productivity is concerned. Plus, many of the most beneficial apps and tools are either free of charge or really inexpensive to acquire, which makes these tools a cost-efficient implementation. Here are a ...
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If there is one thing that is a constant in the employment world, it is change. With an ever-changing job market and fluctuations and demands in who and what is needed, following the same methods when looking for employment can mean lack of work. There are a handful of things you can do to better cater to ...
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It may be a topic that gets joked about in the adult world, but the truth is, being a workaholic for those who are seriously suffering is not so much of a laughing matter. This addiction is one that can change your entire personality, outlook, and even the values you hold important. The primary characterization of being addicted to ...
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