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Pew Research on The State of the Gig Economy in 2021

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think tank, recently released The State of Gig Work in 2021 report.       The Pew report has a lot more information and detail, including a section on how Americans in general view the gig economy and related policy issues.  The Pew Research Center, a highly regarded non-profit, non-partisan D.C.

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U.S. Consumer Spending Dip Could Indicate Cooling Labor Market

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Consumer spending in the United States saw a modest increase in October, while the annual inflation increase was cited as the smallest since early 2021. Reuters reports that a year-on-year increase of 3.0%, was the smallest gain since March 2021. The post U.S.

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Tech Talent Shortage Threatens U.S. Innovation Despite Record R&D Spending

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The United States has solidified its position as a global leader in research and development (R&D), investing a record-breaking $806 billion in 2021, according to the National Science Board’s The State of U.S. million people in diverse occupations that require STEM knowledge and expertise in 2021.”

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The Rise Of Cyberbullying — How To Address Harassment In The Remote Workforce

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According to the 2021 Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI) U.S. Leaders need to ensure that their harassment policies are reflective of the current era. . According to the 2021 Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI) U.S. But how can leaders ensure that their harassment policies are reflective of the current era? .

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San Francisco’s Tax Dilemma: The High Cost of Remote Work

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Despite this loss, it’s reported the city’s 2021 tax haul reached a record high. Tax policies in major cities like San Francisco are likely to change as remote work gains more popularity. These policies could potentially impact job markets across the U.S. Why it matters: San Francisco is a U.S.

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The Return to Office Debate Casts a Shadow Over the Global Workforce

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has largely left the decision to individual companies, leading to a plethora of return to office policies. Legislation also plays an important role in guiding company policies, more so in European nations. For example, while the U.K. has a high rate of remote work, France leans more towards traditional office settings.

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Hiring More, Working Less: A Paradox Shaping the U.S. Workforce

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adopting more flexible work policies to attract and retain talent. Overall, it may result in more companies adopting flexible work policies, which could change the way people approach their careers and redefine the concept of a full-time job. The post Hiring More, Working Less: A Paradox Shaping the U.S.

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