HRD: Side hustles or temp work? The rise and rise of the gig economy
Werkling CEO & Founder Michelle Fotheringham shares her view on the differences between an employee and on-demand talent or freelancer.
“On-demand talent or professional gig talent are engaged to deliver a specific project or provide a specific service. Not only do the contractual agreements clearly document the nature of the work, but the way that this segment of the workforce works looks and feels very different to that of an employee.”
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