Every business that has contractors or temps supplied by another company needs to be alert for the likelihood the U.S. Department of Labor will find a … Read more
The True Costs, and Unintended Consequences, of On-Demand Talent
WorkMarket has just published a new survey analysis, the 2016 Corporate On-Demand Talent Report. It’s got some really great information about “On-Demand” … Read more
Why You Should Never Do Business With A MSP
You’ve got a great relationship with a long-established client where you’re the exclusive staffing provider. You understand them and they … Read more
5 Benefits of Consistent Contract Staffing Income
There’s nothing quite like getting a large direct hire placement fee check. But have you ever stressed out about the chance of a falloff? Have you lost … Read more
As the Workforce Changes, It’s Time to Work on Better Engaging Teleworkers
A new infographic put together by the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s online MBA program takes an in-depth look at telework, and has uncovered some … Read more
Four Things to Watch For When You’re Hiring Contingent Workers
Contingent employment relationships have expanded tremendously in recent years. As employees and employers are seeking new ways to make employment … Read more
How Uber Is Pushing Us to Answer the Challenges of the “Freelancer Economy”
While reviewing a client’s policy manual the other day, I asked whether the sick leave policy — which allows employees to use sick time to care for unwell … Read more
Temp Keeps Growing As Nation Adds 223,000 Jobs In June
Employment agencies were among the biggest contributors last month to the 223,000 new jobs added to the U.S. economy. Temp agencies grew their workforce by … Read more
Uber Driver Is an Employee, Says California Labor Commission
In a decision that has potentially far-reaching implications for the so-called gig or sharing economy, the California Labor Commission ruled that a driver … Read more