In 2020, there were more than 64.6 million people working freelance in the U.S. According to Statista, by 2027, 86.5 million people in the U.S. will be freelancing, accounting for more than 50% of the total U.S. workforce. Freelancers, as you likely know, don’t get paid a set salary by one company; instead, these gig and contract workers make income from clients…
5 ways to improve your company culture during the pandemic
Building a positive company culture takes hard work. Here’s how to get started.
Maintaining a positive company culture when things get tough takes deliberate, intentional, creative work…
Is now the time to make your hobby your business?
As 2020 and 2021 have required workers from every variety of business to spend much more time at home, the U.S. is experiencing a resurgence of “side hustle” businesses. In fact, I’m planning to start another myself.
According to research, 23% of America’s small businesses began as a personal hobby or passion that progressed into a full business…
When and how to list volunteer work on a resume
Have you been laid off due to the coronavirus? Are you getting ready to graduate from college and start the job search? Maybe you've decided that it's time to make a career change because you're no longer happy in your job working from home. No matter what...
New report: pay transparency may be the key to keeping your employees in 2021
The pandemic has changed how employees view work and compensation.
The pandemic has transformed the workplace, adjusting how employers make decisions and changing the way employees view work and compensation…
5 ways to show your business some love this Valentine’s Day
Possibly the greatest thing overlooked by entrepreneurs is how similar a business is to a growing being. Your business requires love and care to keep it going strong — allowing you, in turn, to continue to reap the rewards. This Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to give your company a little love and help your business grow from strength to strength…
Never put these 7 things on your resume
Are you preparing a resume? It’s natural to want to tell prospective employers all about yourself — but some things are better left unsaid.
Remember, you have only a limited amount of space to convince someone you would be a good hire. So, avoid including anything that might offend, or...