The gig economy might seem relatively new, but it is actually centuries old. And in many parts of the world it is grueling. An “informal” worker in Mumbai, for example, might get up before 5:00 a.m.

The gig economy has changed the way people work. More individuals than ever are taking on side jobs in addition to their full-time employment. This shift allows people to improve their financial ...

The gig economy, as per the UK government, involves the exchange of labor involves the short-term, task-based payment of labor between people or businesses using digital services that actively ...

The workforce landscape is evolving, with freelancing and gig work becoming increasingly prevalent. For the Black community, understanding how to thrive in this new economy is crucial. The gig economy ...

An updated edition of the June 30, 2025 article. The gig economy has experienced a remarkable rise in popularity since the pandemic, reshaping the nature of work by granting individuals the freedom to ...

It's past time in 2024 to strengthen the income, benefits, and safety net for workers in America's gig economy. More than 57 million workers participate in some way in the gig economy today—the ...

The hospitality industry is extremely fast-paced, and restaurants must face persistent challenges with a strong determination, will, and competitive advantage. The average lifespan of a restaurant is ...

In late July, California's top state court upheld Proposition 22, a voter-approved measure allowing app-based services such as Uber, Lyft, Grubhub and DoorDash to classify drivers in the most populous ...

The early days of the pandemic were a challenging time. But as days turned to weeks and months, that period often brought out the best in people — Zoom calls with old friends, birthday car parades — ...

Gig work has proven to be a great alternative to the traditional 9-to-5 job, but women are not entirely convinced of the viability of this as a career. At least not yet. Currently, 47% of gig workers ...