Freelancers reshape careers as 9 to 5 fades away
The rise of independent work, aided by health coverage access and shared spaces, sees 23 million self-employed in 2013. Executives like Brooke Bergen and Henry Wunker note firms increasingly hire contractors for projects, with pay ranges from 1,500 to 2,500 per day and executives valuing flexibility and ownership of work.
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Cities weigh safety as sharing economy grows
A National League of Cities survey of 245 U.S. city leaders finds 71 percent backing growth in sharing economy services while 61 percent cite safety as the top concern. Leaders see gains in services and economy, yet many regulate little and seek stricter rules for guests and providers.
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