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[Infographic] How Companies Are Leveraging the Gig Economy

Learn how small-to-medium-sized businesses are expanding their partnerships with freelancers across the United States as part of the "gig economy."

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Oct 16, 20171 minute
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Justworks is a technology company that levels the playing field for all small businesses. Through our software and as a partner, we help our customers take care of their teams, streamline their operations, and navigate the complex aspects of managing a workforce with confidence.

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The gig economy is booming, and this freelance-as-the-norm landscape is fundamentally shifting how businesses large and small operate.

All signs point to the trend continuing upwards. According to the Freelancers Union based in New York City, freelancers now make up 35% of U.S. workers and collectively earned $1 trillion in 2015. On top of that, 79% of surveyed freelancers said freelancing is better than working a traditional job.

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This infographic shares how small- to medium-sized businesses are investing in freelancers, including the hiring difficulty of each role and how much contract workers can increase your team’s productivity.

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Infographic provided by BrainBoxol.

Although hiring freelancers has become more common, the rules of engagement are continually evolving. So, how can you ensure a fruitful partnership for your freelancers and contract workers?

According to Workforce, two U.S. senators have introduced legislation that will offer gig economy and contract workers portable benefits.

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“At Justworks, we’ve come across many entrepreneurs who want to extend benefits and perks to their workers but are legally limited in what they can offer,” said Justworks CEO, Isaac Oates. “Portable benefits will help them provide protections to all of their employees.”

Other legislation has also been in the works. New York City recently passed a new law protecting freelance workers, which covers a range of topics from written contract requirements to unlawful payment practices and prohibition against retaliation.

How Justworks Can Help

Looking for tips on how to recruit and hire freelancers? We made a guide that helps you ask the most relevant interview questions and integrate remote workers into your growing team.

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.
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Oct 16, 20171 minute

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