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Academic Studies Show Gig Economy Larger Than Government Data Suggests

Small Business Labs

.  Making Ends Meet: The Role of Informal Work in Supplementing Americans’ Income looked at data from the Federal Reserve Board's Survey of Household Economics and Decision Making (SHED). The study found "28 percent of adults age 18 and older participated in informal work for pay during the survey reference month."

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What can assistants expect in 2015?

Practically Perfect PA

I genuinely think 2014 was a turning point in our industry and I think 2015 will see a consolidation of our efforts to take our profession forward. Technology now allows individuals easier access to new opportunities and recruitment agencies are much more adapt at targeting the right candidates through social media and networking websites.

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A day in the life: Danielle Howes, Linley

Practically Perfect PA

Prior to this I worked for a large International Marketing Agency organising events and promotions for one of the UKs biggest retailers. Anna joined LINLEY in 2013, initially as CFO before assuming the role of Chief Executive in January 2014. What is the hardest part of your day?

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Apprenticeships Are Making a Comeback—Here’s Why

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According to November 2023 data from ApprenticeshipUSA , apprenticeships have seen a 103% growth from 2014. Using an apprenticeship to fill in skill gaps Caroline Lidz, a recent Northeastern University graduate living in Boston, is an account apprentice at Fight or Flight, a global creative B2B communications agency.

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Apprenticeships Are Making a Comeback—Here’s Why

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According to November 2023 data from ApprenticeshipUSA , apprenticeships have seen a 103% growth from 2014. Using an apprenticeship to fill in skill gaps Caroline Lidz, a recent Northeastern University graduate living in Boston, is an account apprentice at Fight or Flight, a global creative B2B communications agency.

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