Gig Economy

The Dynamic Phase Model of Psychological Contract Processes: A Comparative Analysis of App Workers and Traditional Workers In the evolving landscape of employment, psychological contracts have emerged as a crucial framework for...

The Gig Economy: From ‘Cyber Coolies’ to Empowered Workers In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Indian IT professionals were often derogatorily labeled as "cyber coolies," a term that suggested they were...

The Rise of Gig Work: Navigating Benefits in a Changing Employment Landscape Gig-based work and self-employment have surged in popularity, with a notable increase from 27% of respondents in 2016 to 36%...

The on-demand economy has seen a significant shift in recent years, with more women taking the driver’s seat to gain flexibility, financial independence, and control over their schedules. A new report...

The wireless industry in the United States has long been a source of fascination for analysts due to its ability to consistently outpace population growth in terms of adding new phone...

The gig economy has become a significant part of our modern workforce, offering flexibility and convenience for both consumers and workers. However, the lack of benefits for independent contractors working in...

In today’s digital age, where gig work and freelance opportunities are on the rise, government agencies are facing a new challenge: how to verify incomes for non-traditional workers to determine benefit...

The traditional 9-to-5 work schedule has been the norm for decades, but in recent years, a new trend has emerged that is reshaping the way people work. The gig economy has...

The gig economy has revolutionized the way people work and interact with each other, especially in the realm of online platforms where individuals can engage in various services such as food...

The rise of the gig economy has brought about significant changes in employment practices, leading to concerns about the impact on government finances. Matthew Taylor, a top advisor to the Prime...