The Evolving Independent Economy
New digital platforms are helping to drive a shift away from traditional business models to new arrangements that rely on independent workers. Whether this system is actually good for workers, employers, and economies will depend on how all of the relevant actors approach the transition.
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BERKELEY – Working full-time for a single employer is no longer the norm in advanced economies. Instead, millions of “independent workers” – self-employed, freelance, or temporary employees – sell their labor, services, and products through digital platforms to numerous employers or clients.