Last Friday we all got our first glimpse at an internal memo from the HR Department at Yahoo, first released by Kara Swisher from AllThingsD, that informed all current employees that beginning in June, they must “be present” in one of the Yahoos offices, as opposed to having the flexibility to work remotely. The rational […]
The 25 Best Applications for Freelancers
February 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
As any freelancer will tell you one of the most challenging aspects of getting ahead is not the work itself, but managing the process. From contract development to billing to preparing tax forms, freelancers wear a lot of hats! For this group time is money, therefore finding short-cuts and applications that can help is vital. […]
Freelance Nation: Tough Finding Full Time Work
October 16, 2012 By 1 Comment
Freelance Nation: Tough Finding Full Time Work (via NewsLook) Just last month over 8.5 million Americans seeking full time work were stuck in part time jobs.
The Real “New Part-Time Normal” – ZeroHedge
May 4, 2012 By 1 Comment
Thank you Tyler Durden! Perhaps we are focused a little too much on “Flexible Employment” and the “Gig” Economy, but I can’t begin to tell you the immense frustration that comes from sitting with potential Investors (those that want to give Hourly $$), who “don’t see the market”. It’s fascinating to talk to our members […]
The Rise of the Freelancer
April 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The last few weeks I’ve seen an increasing number of articles and blogs on the growing trend of Freelancing. Not to say, I told ya so, but we’ve been talking about this trend since we started Hourly, and are thrilled that it is finally getting the attention that it deserves. While the Labor Department (BLS) […]
