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The Rise of Digital Nomads is Creating a Runaway Industry

Allwork

According to a recent article published by BBC Worklife , this shift is not only changing how many people work and live their lives, but it also is creating countless business opportunities. SafetyWing, a startup offering travel health and medical insurance for remote workers, was cited as a prime example. million U.S.

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South Korea Launches Digital Nomad Visas

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South Korea’s recent launch of K-culture training and digital nomad visas marks another major addition to the list of countries welcoming the growing class of traveling workers. These mobility apps would help travelers reserve train tickets and taxis, among other travel-related amenities. billion in revenue.

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Travel Planning in a Pandemic? Here’s What You Need to Know

All Things Admin

When I worked corporately, travel planning was one of my favorite parts of my job, and I still love it today. COVID-19 brought the travel industry to its knees, but as vaccinations roll out and restrictions loosen, we’re getting closer to a place where we can move freely again. The basics of travel planning still apply.

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What’s In It For Me? Why It’s Crucial To Give Your Employees A Return-on-Commute

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The return-on-commute (ROC) concept is emerging as a critical factor in attracting employees back to the office by ensuring that the workplace offers a tangible and meaningful return on the investment of time, effort, and cost that employees commit to when traveling to work.

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Uber's Safety Report

Small Business Labs

The New York Times article headline on the report - Uber Says 3,045 Sexual Assaults Were Reported in U.S. Similar national data does not exist for the taxi industry nor for most other forms of transportation.  fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled; it was 0.57 fatalities per 100 million miles traveled in 2018.

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Is AB5 the End of the Gig Economy? The Quick Answer: No

Small Business Labs

First, AB5 has a long list of professions that are exempt from the law (see the end of the article for the list).  Also, many industries and professions are still clamoring for exemptions. Sub-contractors in the construction industry   Subcontractors providing construction trucking services. Travel agent services.

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The Return of Intercity Bus Service

Small Business Labs

the bus is now the fastest growing way to travel.   These are too short for air travel but too long to easily drive.    The new intercity bus lines are a great example of using business model innovation to reinvent an industry.    These are too short for air travel but too long to easily drive. 

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