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Gig Economy: A Cost-Cutting Measure or Adding Value to the Workforce?

HR Digest

At present, gigging is an option offered by almost all industries, especially tech-based and e-commerce or knowledge-based work which can be done from anywhere. Gig economy picked up pace after the recession of 2008 and 2009 when many people were laid off work and who had to be resourceful to find employment.

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Who's in the Market for Learning: Individuals or Organizations?

The Bamboo Project Blog

Everyone agrees that work today is more complex, more knowledge-based and rapidly changing. Careerbuilder reports that 28% of employers are indicating they will increase the number of contract and temporary workers they hire in 2009. Tony followed up by asking if I had anything to back up my thinking.

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An In-Depth Look at HR’s Role in Employee Engagement

KeenAlignment

Smaller companies can focus on tapping into the knowledge employees already have. If you don’t have the necessary knowledge base within your company, set aside a few hours each week for employees to explore online courses such as Trailhead , a free training resource for career paths ranging from business analyst to marketing manager.

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Laura Maddox: “Happiness and kindness attract happiness and kindness”

Thrive Global

Laura started moonlighting with the Magnolia in 2009 and quickly became a leader in the local event community. That even though you have done all the work to get there that you somehow do not deserve or do not have the knowledge base to warrant your achievement(s). Her work soon earned her a partnership in the firm.

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“Don’t sweat the small stuff!” With Gerry Gould & Parveen Panwar, Mr. Activated

Thrive Global

Again, falling back into the process, not over thinking it and relying on your established knowledge base gives you confidence. Through the years Gerry has spoken at and held numerous workshops for groups and conferences related to automotive front-end operations. Just get in the moment. We all know the importance of good habits.

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Centralized HR: When and How (Not) To Implement It

AIHR

The system, launched in 2009, relies on a centralized call center staffed with experienced HR and benefits consultants. The platform now supports 51 agents serving over 3,400 employees, providing a unified knowledge base and streamlined task assignments to reduce resolution times and improve operations. Within six months, 88.5%

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“You are primed, now perform”, Loretta Lepore and Parveen Panwar, Mr. Activated

Thrive Global

I founded my own consulting firm in 2009 amid the recession. My desire would be to nurture and cultivate future generations of girls, equipping them with the necessary critical-thinking and technical skills to compete in the global knowledge-based economy of the future. I took the risk and I kept on taking them.