6 Ways to Battle Freelancer Loneliness
Even as freelancers embrace the advantages of a freelance lifestyle, some workers are discovering a downside to flexibility: freelancer loneliness.
Portable Benefits Bill Aims to Help Temporary, Freelance, and Other Flex Workers
In May, U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va, and U.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., introduced the Portable Benefits for Independent Workers Pilot Program Act
Work Flex News: The Most Desirable Employee Benefits, and More
A new study by Fracti found that the top three desired employee benefits are simple: medical benefits, flex time, and more vacation time.
Author Insights: Diane Mulcahy on The Gig Economy
Diane Mulcahy's book The Gig Economy is a guide to the world of short-term jobs, contract work, consulting projects, and freelance assignments.
Why Community Matters for Freelancers
What can freelancers and others looking for a better way to work accomplish when they band together? The possibilities are endless.
What is the Gig Economy?
Loosely defined as a workforce that prefers temporary positions, the gig economy is rapidly gaining in popularity.
Take 5: Wingham Rowan on the Flexible Labor Market
Director of Britain's Beyond Jobs project, author, and TED speaker Wingham Rowan draws a link between flexible work and modern financial markets.
Author Insights: Brigid Schulte on Finding the Time for What Matters
Brigid Schulte has spoken all over the world about how to make time for The Good Life by redesigning work cultures and recapturing the value of leisure.
Work Flex News: These Are the New Rules of Work, and More
Career trajectories, expected hours, job location, job type, and work-life balance all have new rules and expectations. Learn about these shifts and more.