Small Business Labs

APRIL 1, 2013

It's not surprising that independent workers (freelancers, temps, self-employed, etc.) Survey data from the MBO State of Independence study shows that 67% of independent worker respondents listed word of mouth as the most important source for getting assignments. . rely on word of mouth/referrals for getting business.  

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Social Media Temping Agencies Interviewing 100

Small Business Labs

JULY 5, 2011

  This study will examine the significant and growing independent worker (self-employed, freelancer, contractor, temps, etc.)   The study has both qualitative and quantitative components, including interviews and focus groups of independent workers and a national survey.  movement in the US.

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Temping Legal Interviewing Goals 100

Small Business Labs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The focus of the study was to figure out how many independent workers (freelancers, temps, solopreneurs, independent consultants, etc.)   The study consisted of two national, statistically significant surveys as well as several focus groups and dozens of one-on-one interviews with independent workers. there are in the U.S.

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Temping 2011 2012 Interviewing 100

Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

One of the more interesting data points from the MBO Partners State of Independence surveys is how independent workers (freelancers, temps, self-employed, etc.)   In our 2012 survey, 39% of the respondents said independent work is more secure than traditional employment. look at job security.

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Temping 2012 2011 Interviewing 100

Small Business Labs

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

For the last 6 months or so we've been partnering with MBO Partners and Rockbridge Associates  on a deep dive research project on independent workers - freelancers, contractors, temps, solopreneurs, etc.    The research consisted of two national, representative surveys and in-depth interviews with independent workers. 

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