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Uber Enters the Staffing Business

Small Business Labs

This, of course, means Uber will not have to deal with the employee classification or other legal issues they faces in their ride hailing business. Uber betting that their technology will provide value to workers, the companies that employ them and the staffing agencies that place them. 

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Beyond the Org Chart: How Procedures Elevate Leadership in Administrative Professionals

All Things Admin

Rarely did any company I joined have a comprehensive procedures manual, but every position had a binder or two when I left. This earned me recognition as an administrative leader and a go-to resource for new admins and their executives within those companies. As a result, she felt more confident about covering for me.

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Is the Staffing Industry Facing a Kodak Moment?

Small Business Labs

The more sophisticated the company, the more likely legal, HR, and even procurement have weighed in and said ‘The risks are greater than the reward.’ The data overwhelmingly shows the use of non-W2 labor is growing at a much greater pace than overall employment or the growth in temp labor.

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Answering Reader Mail: Finding Temp Agencies in Los Angeles

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JH recently wrote me and asked the following question, "With so many temp agencies out there, I don't know which is/isn't good. I was wondering if you could give me the name of the temp agency you worked with. The best strategy is to sign up with every single temp agency in town. Don't forget to reach out to those companies too!

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MBO's Independent Worker Study

Small Business Labs

.  This study will examine the significant and growing independent worker (self-employed, freelancer, contractor, temps, etc.) MBO Partners provides legal, financial and business infrastructure services for thousands of independent consultants and freelancers.  movement in the US.  

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On the Outside Looking In

Laughing all the Way to Work

I was out of work, temping here and there for a year. Don’t underestimate the value of temping. Working for a temp agency can either land you a full-time job or help to keep you employed while you are looking. Taking on temp jobs will introduce you to potential employers where you can showcase your abilities.

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Answering Reader Mail: What Do Employers Look for in High-Level EA Candidates?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

5 Things Companies Look For Besides Experience: Besides looking for experience, a lot of companies are looking for the right fit. I state my job is to assimilate to what already exists at the company and to be team player and to do what is best for the company because without the company, I wouldn’t be here.

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