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Know Your Contractors: Business Structures and Classification Risks

Last Updated: Wednesday January 15, 2025

Learn how business structures impact classification risk assessment. Essential insights for staffing firms and recruiters man...

Contracting Made Simple

Last Updated: Tuesday January 14, 2025

Your Definitive Guide to the Contract Recruiting Business  Transform Your Business into a Top-Tier Talent Supplier ...

3 Essential Principles to Drive Fast Growth in Temp/Contract Staffing

Last Updated: Tuesday January 7, 2025

Unlock rapid growth principles for your temp/contract staffing firm. Outpace competitors and thrive in the dynamic staffing i...

Mastering Talent Community Building: A Guide for Staffing and Recruiting Profess...

Last Updated: Tuesday January 7, 2025

Learn how to build and nurture a thriving talent community for your staffing firm. Discover key strategies to attract, engage...

Top 8 People2.0 Insights That Shaped Workforce Solutions in 2024

Last Updated: Thursday January 2, 2025

Discover the year's most impactful workforce solutions content from People2.0, featuring essential guidance on compliance, gr...

Case Study: Driving Acquisition Success for a Canadian Staffing Network

Last Updated: Tuesday December 24, 2024

Discover how People2.0 helped a Canadian staffing network streamline operations, ensure compliance, and support rapid expansi...

Germany’s 200,000 Visa Target: New Opportunities in the Global Talent Land...

Last Updated: Monday December 23, 2024

Germany aims to issue 200,000 skilled work visas by end of 2024. Learn how this expansion impacts global talent acquisition. ...

The Definitive Guide to Workforce Compliance Mastery

Last Updated: Wednesday December 18, 2024

Unlock the secrets to workforce compliance mastery. Dive into our expert guide for essential insights and best practices....

Building a Flexible Workforce

Last Updated: Monday December 16, 2024

Discover how a virtual bench of affiliates can reduce overstaffing costs and boost profitability in professional services org...

Legislative Update: Australia Launches New Skills in Demand Visa Program

Last Updated: Monday December 16, 2024

Australia's new Skills in Demand visa program launched December 7, 2024. Learn how these changes affect your workforce strate...

The Definitive Guide to Staffing and Workforce Growth

Last Updated: Thursday December 12, 2024

Learn how to supercharge your firm's growth with our comprehensive guide to service expansion and operational efficiency....

The Definitive Guide to Strategy in the Global Talent Marketplace

Last Updated: Monday December 2, 2024

Navigate the complexities of the global talent marketplace with our guide to workforce strategies, innovations, and complianc...

The Definitive Guide to Payroll and Compliance Partners

Last Updated: Monday December 2, 2024

This definitive guide explores the role of payroll and compliance partners in enabling a compliant and efficient contingent w...

What’s an Employer of Record (EOR) and Who Needs One?

Last Updated: Friday November 22, 2024

Discover how an employer of record (EOR) can simplify hiring, ensure compliance, and reduce employment risks while expanding ...

Case Study: Driving Record Sales for a Global Talent and Professional Services F...

Last Updated: Thursday November 14, 2024

Learn how a global professional services firm achieved record sales in six months through improved back-office infrastructure...

What’s an Agent of Record (AOR) and Who Needs One?

Last Updated: Wednesday November 6, 2024

Discover how an agent of record (AOR) can simplify IC management, ensure compliance, and reduce costs for your business....

Case Study: Staffing a Singapore-Based Tech Project in Only 45 Days

Last Updated: Monday November 4, 2024

Learn how People2.0 helped a staffing company rapidly deploy talent for a major tech project in Singapore. See how our soluti...

Building a World-Class Customer Service Program for Your Staffing Firm

Last Updated: Wednesday October 30, 2024

Learn how to build a customer service program that differentiates your staffing firm and drives growth through client retenti...

Futureproof Your Staffing Agency: Meeting the Changing Needs of Your Clients Tod...

Last Updated: Thursday October 17, 2024

The distributed workforce has turned the staffing industry on its head. Neal Bhamre of People2.0 weighs in on how to futurepr...

8 Reasons Employees Quit & Join the Independent Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday October 17, 2024

Discover 8 effective strategies to improve employee retention and reduce turnover. Learn how to create a workplace that attra...

EOR vs. AOR: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Workforce Needs

Last Updated: Wednesday October 16, 2024

Discover the key differences between EOR and AOR services to streamline your workforce management, mitigate risks, and expand...

Recruitment Methods to Attracting the Right Candidates

Last Updated: Monday October 7, 2024

Discover proven strategies for attracting top talent. Learn how to craft compelling job descriptions, leverage social media, ...

Saving $1M and Driving Growth for a Multinational Staffing Firm 

Last Updated: Monday October 7, 2024

Discover how People2.0 saved a multinational staffing firm $1M and streamlined their back-office operations. Learn how our so...

Navigating Gatekeepers: A Strategic Approach to Enhancing Staffing Firm Profitab...

Last Updated: Friday September 27, 2024

Learn how to effectively navigate gatekeepers in the staffing industry. Discover strategies to reach decision-makers, increas...

EOR vs. AOR: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Workforce Needs

Last Updated: Thursday September 26, 2024

Discover the key differences between EOR and AOR services to streamline your workforce management, mitigate risks, and expand...

Legislative Update: Australia’s Closing Loopholes Act Reshapes Contractor ...

Last Updated: Friday September 20, 2024

Understand how the Closing Loopholes Act impacts contractor classification, payroll, and business operations. Get guidance on...

The Definitive Guide to Staffing and Workforce Growth

Last Updated: Tuesday September 17, 2024

Discover key strategies for talent suppliers to drive sustainable growth, from expanding services to optimising operations an...

Unlock High-Growth Sectors: Your Middle East Expansion Guide

Last Updated: Wednesday September 11, 2024

Discover why the Middle East is an attractive destination for business expansion and how to navigate its unique hiring landsc...

Case Study: Powering the Rapid Expansion of a $200M+ Medical Staffing Agency

Last Updated: Wednesday September 4, 2024

Discover how People2.0 enabled a leading medical staffing agency to expand nationwide. Learn about our solution, including co...

5 Hidden Costs of Choosing a Discount Workforce Solutions Provider 

Last Updated: Monday August 26, 2024

Partner with People2.0 for expert labour leasing solutions that allow you to compliantly place contingent workers in regulate...

The Definitive Guide to Strategy in the Global Talent Marketplace

Last Updated: Tuesday August 20, 2024

Master contingent workforce compliance with our comprehensive guide. Learn key strategies to mitigate risks and ensure legal ...

Multimillion Dollar Mistakes: Why Misclassification Threatens Every Enterprise...

Last Updated: Monday July 29, 2024

Partner with People2.0 for expert labour leasing solutions that allow you to compliantly place contingent workers in regulate...

Labour Leasing: How to Place Talent in Regulated Markets

Last Updated: Friday June 28, 2024

Partner with People2.0 for expert labour leasing solutions that allow you to compliantly place contingent workers in regulate...

The Definitive Guide to Payroll and Compliance Partners

Last Updated: Tuesday June 18, 2024

Discover how payroll and compliance partners can help your business navigate the complexities of contingent workforce managem...

Navigating Risks in the Staffing Industry: Challenges and Strategies

Last Updated: Monday June 3, 2024

Explore the key risks facing staffing firms and strategies to mitigate them. ...

Mastering Insurance Risk: A Strategic Guide for Staffing Firms

Last Updated: Wednesday May 22, 2024

Explore key insurance risks in the staffing industry and learn strategies to mitigate exposures, ensure compliance, and prote...

CWS Summit Europe 2024

Last Updated: Tuesday May 14, 2024

May 21-22, 2024
Royal Lancaster Hotel
London, UK...

Boosting Profitability through Enhanced Utilization Rates 

Last Updated: Wednesday May 8, 2024

Maximize profits with People2.0's custom solutions to elevate UR, optimize projects, and improve talent strategies in profess...

APSCo Emerge 2024

Last Updated: Friday May 3, 2024

May 30, 2024
Dockside
Sydney, Australia...

Navigating the Closing Loopholes Act

Last Updated: Tuesday April 30, 2024

May 8, 2024
Webinar...

Bridging the Gap: How People2.0 Merges Personalized Service with Global Expertis...

Last Updated: Tuesday April 30, 2024

An EOR and AOR partnership that helps small staffing and recruiting companies grow at scale. Learn about People2.0’s person...

Optimizing Utilization Rates

Last Updated: Tuesday April 23, 2024

A New Strategic Approach for Professional Services Firms In an era marked by stiff competition and tightening budgets, profes...

Infographic: Independent Contractor or Employee? 

Last Updated: Monday April 8, 2024

Discover basic differences between contractors and employees with People2.0’s infographic overview. ...

9 Steps to Building a Successful Contingent Workforce Strategy 

Last Updated: Thursday March 28, 2024

​​How to Attract Rare Talent While Driving Cost Savings​  For enterprises seeking to navigate the ever-evolving fi...

Increase Business Agility with a Contingent Workforce Strategy 

Last Updated: Monday March 25, 2024

Discover how a strategic contingent workforce approach can enhance business agility and provide access to a diverse talent po...

Is Expansion to Latin America on Your Radar? Staffing Considerations From Expert...

Last Updated: Monday March 25, 2024

Tapping into the Latin-American (LATAM) market can unlock a number of opportunities. Finding experienced partners who are alr...

Global Talent Engagement: Big Possibilities for Small to Mid-Sized Firms 

Last Updated: Monday March 18, 2024

Unlock global talent with People2.0's EOR and AOR services, enabling small to mid-sized firms to compete globally and win big...

SIA Executive Forum EMEA 2022

Last Updated: Wednesday February 28, 2024

December 6-7, 2022
London...

The Benefits of Using Contract Workers

Last Updated: Monday February 26, 2024

Explore how People2.0 bridges the gap between enterprises and contract workers, ensuring mutual benefits, legal safeguards, a...

From Recruitment to Full-Service: Unleashing Your Firm’s Potential with Pe...

Last Updated: Tuesday February 13, 2024

Find out how People2.0 can transform your recruitment firm into a full-service talent solution, ensuring compliance and effic...

The Importance of Proper Classification: People2.0’s Role in Contingent Workfo...

Last Updated: Monday January 29, 2024

Navigate the complexities of contingent workforce strategies with People2.0's focus on proper worker classification and ethic...

Why Is People2.0 on My Paycheck? 

Last Updated: Monday January 15, 2024

People2.0 on your paycheck? Learn how we support contingent workers, from timely payments to ensuring benefits. ...

Answering Your Questions: People2.0’s Role in the Global Talent Marketplace 

Last Updated: Thursday January 11, 2024

Find out how People2.0 ensures fair treatment for contingent workers and provides comprehensive support for staffing firms an...

Compliance Alert: Supreme Court of the Netherlands Rules on Work Council’s...

Last Updated: Monday December 18, 2023

Discover how the Netherlands Supreme Court ruling on the Works Council's advisory role in group hiring impacts contingent wor...

Empowering the Hidden Workforce 

Last Updated: Monday December 11, 2023

Explore the impact of the contingent workforce on business strategy and learn how People2.0's integrated approach empowers or...

Deciphering the Impact: How Germany’s EU Blue Card Program Reforms Alter t...

Last Updated: Tuesday November 14, 2023

Explore how Germany's immigration reforms aim to attract global talent and address labor shortages. Learn about changes in th...

Contract Recruiting Simplified: Strategies for Success

Last Updated: Wednesday November 1, 2023

Expand your revenue streams with contract recruiting. Discover how to tackle compliance, effectively promote your services, a...

Build Your Search and Recruiting Firm’s Value through Outsourcing

Last Updated: Tuesday October 24, 2023

Find out how strategic outsourcing can help you build recurring revenue streams and drive growth. Read now. ...

6 Trends Defining the Recruitment Industry in 2022

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

The evolving world of work is changing the recruitment industry. Stay on top of recruitment trends that are defining the indu...

Techniques for Minimizing Candidate Dropout Before Day One

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Losing an employee between the offer acceptance and day one of work is excruciating for both you and your client. Here are so...

The Flexible Workforce: A shock absorber for turbulent economic conditions

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

What is the optimal staffing level? How do you determine the right mix of traditional workers versus flexible workers (indep...

Where is All the Talent

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Discover the many differences between an employer of record (EOR) and a professional employer organization (PEO)....

EOR vs. PEO

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Discover the many differences between an employer of record (EOR) and a professional employer organization (PEO)....

Managing Your Virtual Workforce

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Here are the critical factors you need to consider to successfully manage a virtual workforce, from tools to security and eve...

Best-in-Class IC Compliance: 5 Critical Program Elements

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Building and/or optimizing an organization’s IC compliance strategy has become a boardroom issue for many companies. And it...

The Flexible Workforce Strategic Planning Guide

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Almost every industry can benefit from engaging the independent workforce. So how do you effectively tap into the potential o...

TalentBridge

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Search your known resources and deploy them as soon as the following day with your own Talent Community. Learn more about Tal...

IC Compliance Program Frequently Asked Questions

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

As industry experts in Independent Contractor compliance and engagement solutions, TalentWave is often asked for expert input...

Practical Steps in Statement of Work (SOW) Management

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Statement of Work (SOW) Management serves as the basis for defining a project relationship through a formal contract agreemen...

The Perils of Do-it-Yourself Independent Contractor Compliance

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

We are often asked about the merits of going with an in-house, or what we call a Do-It-Yourself (DIY), approach to independen...

Intellectual Property, Trade Secret Risks and Your Independent Contractors

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Some practical advice on how you can best safeguard your business IP and trade secrets while still providing the critical in...

Tenure Limits for Temporary Employees

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Imposing tenure limits for temporary employees is a common practice. However, the minimal benefits gained from instituting an...

Mergers & Acquisitions and the Hidden Exposure of Misclassified ICs

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Hidden under the shiny surface of many M&A transactions is the hidden exposure of misclassified independent contractors, whic...

Workforce Virtualization and Payroll Complexities

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Develop actionable strategies you can use today to maximize your profits placing contract talent....

Ramping Up Your Hiring Capabilities

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Develop actionable strategies you can use today to maximize your profits placing contract talent....

Best Practices for Maximizing Profits on Your Contract Recruitment Business

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Develop actionable strategies you can use today to maximize your profits placing contract talent....

Winning the Staffing Sales Game: Get More Appointments & Land New Business

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Develop actionable strategies you can use today to maximize your profits placing contract talent....

Unstoppable Sales Growth for Recruiters: Build and Sustain Market Distinction

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Unstoppable recruiting organizations recognize that every sale is influenced by the employees who both directly and indirectl...

How to Prevent Candidates from “Ghosting” on the Job Offer

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

One of your clients contacts you with an open opportunity. You find the perfect candidate, interview them and refer them to y...

Launching Your Contract Staffing Business for Maximum Recurring Revenue

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Historically, temporary and contract staffing have comprised 80-90% of the total staffing market, while search and placement ...

Increase Your Response Rates with Better Recruiting Emails

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

While communication between recruiters and employment candidates has evolved, one thing has remained constant: the critical r...

Increase New Business by Leveraging Your Existing Relationships

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

If you’re not leveraging your existing relationships for opportunities, you’re losing out on a low cost source of new bus...

How to Create and Implement a Strategic, Client-Development Plan

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Building a client base isn’t something that happens by accident – it takes a strategy that focuses on consistency and pur...

Go from Average Producer to Big Biller: Methods to Move the Needle

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

A core behavior that separates top-performing recruiters from those that slide by year-after-year is the discipline of establ...

Consultative Selling for Recruiters: Create Value and Trust with Prospects

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Working in staffing and recruiting you’re often treated like vendors by prospects and clients, and in these cases, you may ...

On-Demand Webinar: Building a Talent Community

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

We are entering a new era of talent scarcity, particularly within professional and STEM categories. We are also seeing dramat...

Talent Acquisition Revolution: Global, Digital, and On-Demand Strategies for the...

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

December 8, 2022
Webinar...

On-Demand Webinar: Becoming a Client-of-Choice for the Flexible Workforce

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

In the era of talent scarcity many innovative HR professionals are deploying total talent management strategies that seek to ...

The New Extended Workforce Stack: Incorporating Marketplaces

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

November 30, 2022
Webinar...

Communication Tactics to Make Prospects Want to Work with You

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

If you do anything enough, it becomes routine, and as a recruiter, you’re no exception to the rule. As you speak to candida...

Behavioral-Based Interviewing: What to Ask and How to Analyze Responses

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Have you ever been blindsided by what you thought was a perfect hire who turned out to be a total disaster? Or had the feelin...

6 Principles of Persuasion to Boost Your Staffing Business

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Ask yourself, “what makes one recruiter more successful than another?” Maybe you attribute their success to hard work or ...

3 Things Elite Recruiters Do That Others Do Not

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

There are a lot of good recruiters. There are some great recruiters. Then there are a handful of recruiters that reach the ra...

Tried and True Negotiation Strategies to Improve Margins

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Every salesperson wants to sell more and at a higher price. You want to have a win/win with your customers, but you don’t w...

On-Demand Webinar: Direct Sourcing Demystified

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Sixty percent of organizations state that developing a direct source strategy for talent is their top contingent workforce pr...

The Changing Workforce: It’s a Whole Different Animal Virtual Conference

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

We attracted more than 350 registrants and featured 25+ industry experts, clients, and partners. These leaders joined in 6 in...

On-Demand Webinar: It’s Time to Adjust! Why Virtualization is Making Emplo...

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

A 2020 Gartner survey of finance executives reported that nearly 75% planned to make some of their workforce remote until 202...

On-Demand Webinar: Get Prepared. Talent Engagement Strategies During Unpredictab...

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Tracking economic predictions is like being in a room full of bouncing, rubber balls. In January, the Congressional Budget Of...

On-Demand Webinar: 9 Steps to Building a Flexible Workforce Strategy

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

A flexible workforce model can attract scarce talent, while driving significant cost savings and enhancing enterprise flexibi...

Webinar: Drive Compliance in Your Talent Strategy with SAP Fieldglass Partner So...

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Total workforce management is key to executing your company’s talent strategy. Peace of mind and efficiency of process are ...

Technology Industry Case Study

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

This technology company was looking for an IC compliance solution provider that could support their process requirements and ...

Cloud Computing Industry Case Study

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Our cloud computing client’s Procurement team recognized there were significant risks associated with contract resources an...

Financial Services Industry Case Study

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Our client was looking for a specialized provider of Independent Contractor (IC) Compliance and Employer of Record (EOR) ser...

Software Industry Case Study

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Our client needed to ensure their flexible workforce population was properly classified and on-boarded through a streamlined ...

Information Services Industry Case Study

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Due to the nature of their business our Client utilizes a wide range of contract experts who bring unique experience, knowle...

Retail Industry Case Study

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

TalentWave client success story for a major international retailer that needed to implement a comprehensive flexible workforc...

Unstoppable Sales Growth: Six Tips to Build a New Revenue Stream with Contract R...

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Learn how recruiting companies can capture a new revenue stream amid the Great Resignation. ...

The Seven Deadly Myths of Contract Recruiting

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

Recruiters often hesitate to get into the contract-recruiting game due to longstanding and persistent misconceptions. Learn t...

Essential Questions to Evaluate Outsourcing Providers Guide

Last Updated: Friday September 15, 2023

This comprehensive list of questions will help staffing owners thoroughly evaluate outsourcing providers to choose the right ...

ASA Staffing World Live 2022

Last Updated: Thursday September 14, 2023

October 25-27, 2022
Las Vegas, NV...

NAPS Annual Conference 2022

Last Updated: Thursday September 14, 2023

October 2-4, 2022
Alexandria, VA...

SIA Healthcare Staffing Summit 2022

Last Updated: Thursday September 14, 2023

November 2-4, 2022
Marriott Marquis
Houston, TX...

SIA CWS & GigE North America 2022

Last Updated: Thursday September 14, 2023

September 19-21, 2022
The Omni
Dallas, TX...

TechServe Alliance

Last Updated: Thursday September 14, 2023

November 7-9, 2022
La Quinta Resort & Club
Palm Springs CA...

4 Big Considerations When Managing Payroll for Workers Placed in Other Countries

Last Updated: Thursday September 14, 2023

The time has come to question whether in-house recruiters are still the right fit for the future. Read on to find out more....

Slackers, Clock-Watchers, and Chronic Complainers: How to Spot Disengaged Employ...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

High caliber leaders are aware of the “not so obvious” signs that an employee is becoming or is disengaged....

Tapping into Millennials’ Motivation to Build High-Performance Teams

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

90% of executive leaders recognize the value of engaged teams, but only 24% believe their teams are actually engaged. The emp...

The Business Case for Building an Alumni Talent Community

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Globalization, aging workers, and the rapidly growing flexible workforce are forcing many companies to reevaluate their workf...

How the Rise of the Independent Worker Is Transforming the Workplace

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

(Part 1 of a 2-part series on Recalibrating Risk in the Age of the Independent Worker) When 53 million Americans—one-third ...

Qualifying Candidates and Compensation Conversations

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

There are essential next steps to take when a candidate expresses interest in an opportunity; effectively qualify candidates ...

Understanding a Candidate’s Non-Monetary Motivators, Part 2

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Get clarity on your candidate's job search situation and identify any potential obstacles early so they don’t become brick ...

Bridging the Talent Gap through Talent Retention, Sustainability, and the Indepe...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

It’s no mystery that COVID-19 has impacted the global workforce and created a global talent gap. From the normalization of ...

Starting Your Own Staffing or Recruiting Firm? Incorporate These 4 Best Practice...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

To avoid falling victim to common pitfalls, follow these four best practices when starting your own staffing or recruiting bu...

How to Build Out your Diversity and Inclusion Hiring Strategies

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Building a diversity and inclusion hiring strategy can help mitigate biases and attract top talent that you may currently be ...

Why a CFO Should Care About Total Talent Management

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and global economy CFO's are tasked with more than ever before, and often called upon to act as an in...

Happy National Payroll Week

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

This week is National Payroll Week which celebrates the hard work by America's 150 million wage earners and the payroll profe...

Economic Realities Test: Do You Truly Have an Independent Contractor?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In a real-world example, when engaging a high-level software developer and the economic realities test is applied, an employe...

Best Practices to Become a Client of Choice for the Flexible Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Progressive organizations are learning they must become a “client-of-choice” in order to attract and retain the flexible ...

The Impact of Exemption Misclassifications

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

We often discuss independent contractor misclassification and the significant risk it can present to employers. Today we’ll...

When Independent Contractor Classification Is Done Correctly

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

While most government agencies have a bias towards all workers being classified as employees, it is important to note that in...

9 Critical Workforce Trends for Today’s HR Leaders – (part 1)

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

2 part series on critical workforce trends for today’s HR leaders, examining the macro workforce and workplace trends, and ...

Agencies Involved with Worker Misclassification Claims

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The risks associated with IC misclassification are widespread, and an increasing number of federal and state agencies are foc...

Employment Law Trends and the Flexible Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

There is a common misconception that contingent workers are exempt from following certain labor laws. Often, you must follow ...

Intellectual Property and Engaging Independent Contractors: Who Owns What?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Appropriate workers classification, though important, is not the only risk that consulting buyers face. Intellectual property...

The Battle for Talent Between Consulting and Technology Firms Is Heating Up

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

With human capital as their primary “product” consulting firms are naturally always on the hunt for the best talent. This...

The Many Potential Pitfalls of Worker Misclassification

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Worker misclassification is a growing area of concern for US employers. In 2015 we saw significant federal and state regulato...

Potential Worker Misclassification Risks with SOW Vendors

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Engaging with a corporation does not automatically protect your company from worker misclassification risks. We are frequentl...

The Cascading Perils of Independent Contractor Misclassification

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In the latter half of 2015 both the IRS and the Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance emphasizing the importance of prope...

Stepping Outside the Corporation

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In today’s article we’ll examine a common phenomenon in enterprise programs: the individual worker who “steps outside...

Millennials at Work

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

We’ve now entered a new era of talent scarcity, a time when buyers of talent must focus on attracting and retaining the vit...

Defining an Independent Business Providing Services to Your Company

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

As independent contractor compliance and engagement specialists, we are frequently asked by enterprise clients to help them m...

Audited Consultant Risk: Who Is the Employer?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

It has been said that the American dream used to be owning your own home. Today, there are many who say the new American drea...

Just Calling Someone an Independent Contractor Doesn’t Necessarily Make It So

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In today’s competitive talent market many organizations engage workers as independent contractors. Strategic companies have...

The Many Facets of Worker Misclassification

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Many companies that utilize independent workers believe worker misclassification is just an employer tax issue. The truth is ...

What is an Independent Contractor?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Many organizations are legitimately confused about how to properly classify individuals as independent contractors versus emp...

The Importance of Vendor Compliance

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Because so many companies in today’s economy utilize subcontractors for the efficiency and cost savings that they provide, ...

Worker Misclassification: Why the IRS Cares & You Should Too

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The IRS is cracking down on rampant worker misclassification. The enormous growth of the independent workforce means this scr...

The Growth of the Flexible Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

By 2020, over 40% of the U.S. workforce will be independent. How can you avoid common compliance pitfalls of a flexible workf...

Talent Scarcity: The New Market Reality

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

As companies struggle with talent scarcity, total talent management has emerged as a new, viable strategy. Learn how best-in-...

How Procurement Leaders Can Attract Better Talent

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Procurement teams play a critical role in sourcing contingent workers for a company. Learn how the most progressive companies...

Talent Community Manifesto: The Declaration of Independents

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Talent Community enables enterprise companies to curate a community of known, independent and non-employee workers, transfor...

Core Principles for Building a Successful a Talent Community

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

What are the core principles, or building blocks, for a successful talent community? There are many factors. Read this articl...

Continued Focus on Independent Contractor Misclassification

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Independent contractor misclassification is an everyday occurrence in companies across the U.S. Learn more about how to avoid...

The New Workforce Reality: Too Much Available Labor, Not Enough Available Talent

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The new workforce reality is too many available positions, and not enough workers to fill those positions. What factors are t...

Strategic Considerations for Talent Communities

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In this article, learn about the strategic considerations for HR, Talent Acquisition & Procurement professionals when buildin...

Talent Communities: How to Find Talent

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

There are many ways to source workers for talent communities. Read this article to learn where you can self-source proven, ve...

3 Significant Workplace Trends Impacting HR Professionals

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

With the rapid changes taking place in the workforce, and the ever-evolving workplace, the professional life of an HR leader ...

How the Baby Boomers are Driving the Growth of the Independent Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Driven by seismic shifts in the workforce and the workplace, the independent workforce continues to grow. One of the key driv...

Consulting Firm Sizes Up the Gig Economy: It Is Larger Than You Might Think, and...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Many industry experts have estimated the size of the contingent workforce in the US, with some predicting it could approach 4...

Is There Still a Need for “Human Resources” in the New World of Work?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The world of work is rapidly evolving. With dramatic demographic shifts taking place we are witnessing increasing levels of t...

How HR Can Remain Relevant in the New World of Work

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Organizations of all sizes and across all industries are increasingly choosing to engage contingent labor. As this segment of...

[Infographic] The New Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In this infographic, we look at the factors driving the growth of the independent workforce and strategies companies use to s...

The Workforce of the Future: Should You Buy, Rent, or Build?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In today’s complicated workplace companies are challenged by the harsh reality of talent scarcity when trying to fill criti...

The Benefits of a Direct Sourcing Strategy for Talent Acquisition

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The world of work is changing rapidly, and companies that depend on knowledge workers must continue to evolve and innovate ho...

How to Define and Implement a Direct Sourcing Strategy

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Many leading organizations, across all geographies and industries, have recognized the benefits of direct sourcing as an effe...

Talent Supply Options to Enable Your Direct Sourcing Strategy

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

TalentWave has been helping clients execute this strategy for over 20 years with a comprehensive suite of solutions designed ...

Embracing Independent Talent

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

(Part 2 of a 2-part series on Recalibrating Risk in the Age of the Independent Worker) One third of the American workforce ha...

Why Independent Contractors Lack Protection Under Sexual Harassment Laws

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

A half-century-old policy doesn’t protect ICs – and didn’t see the rise of independent work coming Allegations of sexua...

Connecting to Job Seekers: The Language Breakdown, Part 1

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

An ASA study revealed that staffing companies and job seekers are not speaking the same language. This two-part series review...

Connecting to Job Seekers: Bridging the Language Gap, Part 2

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The biggest opportunity for staffing companies to connect with the job seeker’s struggle is by focusing on the job search p...

Leave Great Voicemails for Potential Candidates

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Phones are attached to us everywhere we go, but we don’t actually answer them. Here are some rules for voicemails that actu...

Recruit Interested Candidates Faster and More Efficiently

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

A candidate says 'YES, I'm interested in hearing more about this opportunity;' what you do next is the most important part of...

Understanding a Candidate’s Non-Monetary Motivators, Part 1

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Gathering non-monetary feedback to clarify how a candidate is motivated beyond salary compensation is an essential step to th...

Apply 6 Principals of Persuasion to Grow Your Staffing Business

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Explore and embrace these 6 Persuasion Principles to win concessions and more clients for long-term influence and success....

Defining Your Purpose: A Secret to Fast Growth

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Beyond the measurable statistics when leading a fast and growing company, every staffing and recruiting company should have a...

Interns: The Economical, Convenient Solution to Short- and Long-Term Talent

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Hiring interns can come with big benefits for both your business and the intern. What factors should you consider? Learn more...

Help Your Salespeople Do What Matters Most

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

By understanding what really matter in the world of selling (inside and outside of the staffing industry), leaders can dramat...

Small Vendor Engagement: Does Tail Spend Have You in a Tail Spin?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The benefits of small vendor engagement are vast — increased diversity of supply base & tapping in to the explosion of ...

Innovative Ideas to Move Your Staffing Business Forward, Part 1

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Implementing new ideas can propel your staffing business towards greater innovation and impact. Check out our first set of re...

Getting the Most Out of LinkedIn as a Recruiter (Without Spending a Dime)

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

When utilized to its fullest potential, LinkedIn can serve as a cost-effective, efficient means of finding top talent for you...

Ensuring Temporary Worker Satisfaction

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

As the liaison between clients and contractors, your staffing firm must consider your role in ensuring temporary worker satis...

What Clients Really Want Staffing Companies to Know

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Learn what makes for a valued partnership, how to build trust, and things clients would like staffing companies to stop doing...

3 Easy Ways to Misclassify Employees

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

There are a few easy ways to misclassify employees in your agency. To ensure compliance, be on the lookout for these misclass...

4 Selling Points Clients Want to Hear from Recruiters

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

It’s not enough to simply say that you will solve your clients’ needs—you have to provide proof that shows you have and...

How Small Firms Can Compete with the Top Staffing Agencies

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Smaller firms often have many advantages over their larger counterparts; you just need to know how to correctly leverage them...

4 Benefits of Using an Employer of Record (EOR) Provider

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Serving as an employer of record (EOR) can make you legally vulnerable & take time/resources away from your contract-plac...

Unique Challenges Independent Staffing Firms Face and How to Solve Them, Part 1

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Independent staffing firms have to manage all aspects of running an agency on their own—making their position particularly ...

Unique Challenges Independent Staffing Firms Face and How to Solve Them, Part 2

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

While it may seem overwhelming when so many hurdles stand between you and success, there are solutions available to overcome ...

Why So Many Startup Staffing Agencies Fail

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

If you’ve given up a steady salary to start your own recruitment company, you want to take every step you can to ensure you...

5 Ways To Compete With the Top Staffing Agencies

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Smaller businesses often have many advantages over their larger counterparts—you just need to know how to leverage those ad...

2 Major Barriers That Can Hinder Contract-Recruiting Revenue Streams

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Knowing how to handle these roadblocks can help ensure you realize contract recruiting’s full profit potential...

Understanding the Intricacies of Temp Payroll

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Check out some items to consider when building a payroll business for contract and temporary placements...

Supplier Rationalization vs. Optimization: Which Works Best for Your Contingent ...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Supply-base professional, Eric Osterhout shares his experience when it comes to rationalizing vs. optimizing an organization...

Find Hope and Take Action: Understanding AB5 Carve-Outs

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The more we can understand the law, the better off we’ll be. As you recall, under the AB5 law, independent contractors, or ...

What Are the Tax Implications of AB5?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

When you begin to examine the business tax implications of California’s AB5 law, it’s easy to make things complicated. We...

California Payroll Best Practices

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Here are just a few of the important things for you to consider when hiring employees in California...

Best Practices for Onboarding Clinicians

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

There are typically some best practices your organization can adopt when developing your own onboarding and/or compliance pro...

Consulting Firms CAN Thrive in an Environment of Rapid Change

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In a recent High Growth Study by Hinge Research Institute, 42% of consulting firms surveyed stated that NEW competition is a ...

What Is Risk Management

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

To manage risk in the workplace, it is essential to proactively understand the physical risks and potential hazards of each w...

FAQs About Payroll for Contract Recruiters

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Contract recruiting is having a moment. With around a third of US employment having already shifted to contingent roles, the ...

Contract Staffing 101: Everything You Need to Know

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The world has shifted to contingent and flexible working arrangements. The global situation in recent months has only acceler...

EOR Perspective: Telltale Signs Contingent Labor Will Be the Next Thing

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The last few months have turned the business world upside-down. There have been many business lessons learned during COVID-19...

Successful Remote Workforce Management for Staffing Agencies Starts with These 5...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The pandemic has accelerated the future of remote work. More people today are working from home than ever before. Earlier in ...

What Is an EOR and What Does It Mean for Contingent Workers?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

An employer of record (EOR) serves as the employer to contingent workers for tax purposes and performs all personnel function...

Reviewing Staffing Agency Employee Benefits in the Time of COVID-19

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Open enrollment for employee benefits typically occurs during the fall, between September and December. While it’s a good i...

7 Tips to Conduct Video Interviews for Staffing Agencies and Recruiters

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

There have been many business lessons learned during COVID-19. One is that office space might not be as necessary as many peo...

FAQ for Talent Procurement Firms Deploying Independent Contractors in California

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

If you’re deploying independent contractors in California, you know how vigilant you need to be in order to ensure complian...

Is Candidate Ghosting Damaging Your Candidate Experience?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Ghosting: You say you’ll call, but you never do… You might be doing your candidates, your clients, and your recruitin...

Is Your Staffing Agency’s Website ADA Compliant?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Is Your Staffing Agency’s Website ADA Compliant? Staffing agencies encounter a wide variety of diverse candidates during th...

Why Employers Should Be Concerned When Employees “Work From Home” in a Locat...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

We’re all tired of hearing about how uncertain, unprecedented and challenging 2020 has been.  Unfortunately, it’s the re...

Are You Undervetting Your Independent Contractors?

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

As we move into a new year and administration, we’re all in goal-making mode. Sure, our most immediate resolutions are to k...

Talent Curation: How Recruiters Can Get Ahead of the Competition

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Ensure you have the right skilled talent available for positions as soon as you need them filled. Here’s how to get ahead w...

Thinking of Starting a Recruiting Agency? Here Are the Industries Poised for Gro...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Starting a recruiting agency can be a lucrative career move, especially if you enter one of the top industries poised for gro...

Recruiters: How to Become an Expert in Your Niche

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Positioning yourself as an expert in your niche can help you better address the needs of your clients and be seen as a valuab...

How Women Can Support Women in the Recruitment Industry

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Female leaders and recruiters have an opportunity to empower other women in the recruitment industry this Women’s History M...

Best Practices in Email Marketing for Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Email marketing is a valuable communication tool for recruiters and staffing agencies. Follow best practices for sales, marke...

Tips for Recruiters: How to Craft LinkedIn Messages That Get Responses

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

As a recruiter, you spend a lot of time on LinkedIn. To see better results from your outreach, learn best practices for craft...

5 Phases to an Optimized Contingent Workforce Management Strategy

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Your staffing or recruiting agency can help your clients optimize their contingent workforce management strategy by understan...

The Difference between Consumer vs. Employer Branding in Talent Procurement

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

In talent procurement, you need to attract both candidates and clients. Each audience requires a different unique value propo...

Home Office Life

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Studies and statistics show working from home is here to stay. With the right routine, technology and balance, it can be a be...

5 Lessons From Our Candidate Sourcing Webinar

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Learn more about the key lessons in candidate sourcing to help your staffing or recruiting agency stand out in 2021....

Global Talent Management: Strategies to Leverage the Global Talent Community

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Talent procurement strategies need to adapt rapidly to the borderless future of work. These strategies will help you successf...

Engagement Freedom: Strategies to Connect with Global Talent

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Talent globalization has accelerated during the pandemic. Here’s how you can help your clients successfully build and engag...

The Rise of the Recruiter Savior

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Labor shortage and global work opportunities make it tough to attract top candidates. Welcome to the rise of the recruiter sa...

7 Advantages to Remote Workers That Your Clients Will Love

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Workers have loved going remote, but employers have a lot to gain from going virtual too....

The Great Resignation: Persuasive Tactics to Convince Companies to Adapt

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

The labor shortage caused by the Great Resignation is requiring organizations to either adapt or lose out on top talent....

How to Conduct Better Video Interviews When Hiring Remote Employees

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Video interviews are now commonly used in hiring processes, but not all recruiters are using them effectively....

Global Expansion Strategy Dos and Don’ts for Staffing Agencies and Recruit...

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

A global expansion can be a risky and complex endeavor. Here are some dos and don’ts to follow to help ensure you build a s...

Strategies for Re-Recruiting Existing Staff

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Your existing workforce is your most valuable asset. Re-recruiting your staff can help keep your talent pools intact....

What Job Security Means During the Great Resignation

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

Job security isn’t what it used to be. Employees increasingly look for security through a diversity of experiences....

Recruitment Strategies for a Post-COVID World

Last Updated: Thursday August 31, 2023

These strategies will become essential for recruiters in a post-COVID world....

Risk Management: Why Outsourcing Is Essential to Your Global Expansion Strategy

Last Updated: Tuesday August 29, 2023

Avoid common pitfalls to global expansion. Learn how compliance partners can help you build a winning contingent workforce st...

Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Workers on Assignment

Last Updated: Tuesday August 15, 2023

Discover new strategies for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion with workers on assignment. Build a better work enviro...

EOR v. PEO: What’s the Difference?

Last Updated: Wednesday August 9, 2023

Discover the differences between EOR and PEO services for human capital management. Compare costs, services, and risks to cho...

4 Big Considerations When Managing Payroll for Workers Placed in Other Countries

Last Updated: Wednesday July 5, 2023

The time has come to question whether in-house recruiters are still the right fit for the future. Read on to find out more....

Is the Time Right For Your Company’s Expansion to the Middle East? A Perspecti...

Last Updated: Tuesday April 11, 2023

The notion of expanding your business into the Middle East can be daunting for those outside of the region. However, more and...

Erik Vonk Featured in Forbes Article on Global Worker Classification

Last Updated: Tuesday April 11, 2023

CEO Erik Vonk is featured in a Forbes Article on remote work and compliance....

The Rising Struggle of Worker Classification and the Types of Mistakes That Put ...

Last Updated: Monday February 20, 2023

The new U.S. Department of Labor ruling is a good reminder that worker classification is ever-changing, legally complex, and ...

The War For Contingent Workers: What’s Needed To Stand Out And Win

Last Updated: Monday February 20, 2023

Despite big layoffs in tech and worries about a recession, worker shortages are still severe in a number of key industries. W...

Enlightening You in 2022: The Year’s Top 6 Blog Posts

Last Updated: Monday February 20, 2023

What a year it has been. Organizations continue to look for creative ways to build dynamic workforces while facing fierce com...

Talent Acquisition Revolution: Global, Digital, and On-Demand Strategies for a N...

Last Updated: Monday February 20, 2023

The pandemic-induced shift to remote work has revolutionized the talent landscape forever. Read to find out how to leverage d...

Introducing Portable Health Benefits for Independent Contractors

Last Updated: Monday February 20, 2023

Learn about the new portable benefits package for independent contractors from People2.0. With portable benefits, independent...

Repositioning Direct Sourcing for Your Clients

Last Updated: Friday February 17, 2023

The time has come to question whether in-house recruiters are still the right fit for the future. Read on to find out more....

2023 SIA Executive Forum North America

Last Updated: Thursday December 22, 2022

March 6-9, 2023
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Lessons From Best-In-Breed Providers in Boeing’s Contingent Workforce Program

Last Updated: Thursday December 22, 2022

People2.0 hosted the case-study session at the 2022 SIA CWS Summit called, “Taking Flight: How Boeing and Best-of-Breed Pro...

Mitigating Risk and Managing Employee Compliance: Planning for 2023 and Beyond

Last Updated: Thursday December 22, 2022

Creating solutions that help you plan ahead to remain in compliance can come down to selecting the right AOR partner. Failure...

Why a Strong Contingent Workforce Can Help Weather a Recession 

Last Updated: Thursday December 15, 2022

Economic downturns happen. History tells us periods of highs and lows are part of life, and it’s up to us to ride the waves...

4 Steps to Building a Winning Contingent Workforce Program

Last Updated: Thursday December 15, 2022

Creating solutions that help you plan ahead to remain in compliance can come down to selecting the right AOR partner. Failure...

How Technology Is Impacting Management of the Independent Workforce

Last Updated: Thursday December 15, 2022

Technology is reshaping talent acquisition and the staffing industry as a whole. Today, we can access business intelligence t...

Winning the Staffing Sales Game: Get More Appointments & Land New Business

Last Updated: Tuesday October 25, 2022

Develop actionable strategies you can use today to maximize your profits placing contract talent....

Mergers & Acquisitions and the Hidden Exposure of Misclassified ICs

Last Updated: Tuesday October 25, 2022

Hidden under the shiny surface of many M&A transactions is the hidden exposure of misclassified independent contractors, ...

Your guide to finding the best spots in Sydney for remote working

Last Updated: Wednesday October 19, 2022

This week we continue our quest to find the best spaces for remote working, this time in Sydney. In our latest instalment, we...

International Women’s Day 2022

Last Updated: Wednesday October 19, 2022

Celebrated annually on 8 March, International Women’s Day (IWD) is a crucial day in the year where the world unites to hono...

Recruiting for Other Recruiters

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

Labor shortages are affecting nearly every industry, including staffing and recruiting. Here’s how to successfully recruit ...

Opportunities for Contingent Workforce Strategies

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

The nature of talent is changing. Agencies need to take action to stay ahead....

What Is Considered “Reasonable in the Circumstances” for Proof of Personal E...

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

COVID-19 has revised the circumstances around personal emergency leave, and more changes are coming. What counts as reasonabl...

Seven Employee Classification Types in the US and How to Identify Them Correctly

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

When it comes to employee classification, mapping out a plan not only ensures your staffing agency's due diligence, it can fo...

Employee Wants, Company Needs: Balancing the Borderless Workplace

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

People2.0’s Flexible Work Program benefits a distributed workforce by allowing for fully remote employees as well as a hybr...

Using Diversity to Build Resilience in Your Procurement Strategies

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

Promoting the longevity of your clients’ organizations means developing a diversity recruiting strategy that fosters resili...

Managing Distributed Workforces: Remote Payroll Taxes

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

Handling the payroll taxes for a remote, distributed workforce can be complicated. Ensure you’re able to hire compliantly a...

Distributed Workforce Combats UK Labor Shortage

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

The UK is suffering from a significant labor shortage despite low unemployment rates. Changing recruitment strategies can hel...

Things to Consider When Asking Your MSP About EOR & Payroll

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

Ensure that you are outsourcing your administrative functions to the right partner with the expertise to handle your distribu...

Remote Collaboration: Bringing teams together while apart

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

Working with remote employees in a distributed workforce or contingent workforce comes with challenges. Don’t let remote co...

Ensuring the Security of Your Remote Workforce

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

Your cybersecurity measures will need to be different when managing a remote workforce. There are additional challenges and s...

Top 4 Tips for Managing Remote Workers

Last Updated: Friday October 14, 2022

There are many challenges to working remotely and managing remote teams. We have tips and actionable insights, to help you im...

Choosing the right Contractor Management Organisation for you

Last Updated: Tuesday August 16, 2022

With companies expanding their reach rapidly and venturing into new markets, many are searching for efficient ways to handle ...

Businesses in Australia turning to overseas talent to fill crucial skills gaps

Last Updated: Saturday June 4, 2022

Recently Neil Merola, Head of APAC at People2.0, was interviewed by Shortlist, a publication that keeps recruitment agency an...

How recruiters can make The Great Resignation work for them

Last Updated: Friday April 1, 2022

Have any of your co-workers left their roles for new job opportunities recently? They aren’t alone. People around the world...

New Zealand’s border reopening presents new opportunities for businesses

Last Updated: Wednesday February 23, 2022

Positive steps for New Zealand as they have announced reopening borders in phases to fully vaccinated travellers. It will all...

Australian borders opened to highly skilled workers

Last Updated: Wednesday January 19, 2022

After almost two years of restricted international travel, countries worldwide are grappling with shortages in skilled worker...

Global Talent Management: Strategies to Leverage the Global Talent Community

Last Updated: Friday October 15, 2021

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic early 2020, the global workforce has experienced unprecedented transformation. C...

How to Build Out your Diversity and Inclusion Hiring Strategies

Last Updated: Thursday September 23, 2021

Companies are increasingly seeking to diversify their talent pipelines and build inclusive work environments that attract mor...

Why leveraging a contractor workforce can increase efficiency for agencies and e...

Last Updated: Tuesday September 14, 2021

In this new era of digitalisation, workforce models and hiring strategies are constantly evolving to increase efficiency in t...

Workforce Leaders of Tomorrow: Archway Recruitment, New Zealand

Last Updated: Wednesday September 8, 2021

At Entity Solutions, a People2.0 Company, we provide workforce solutions to businesses across the Asia Pacific. This gives us...

5 insights: Australia’s skilled visa sponsorship inquiry

Last Updated: Saturday September 4, 2021

Australia’s visa sponsorship and migration program has been hard hit by COVID-19, with 500,000 temporary visa holders leavi...

Six financial lessons for contractors from COVID-19

Last Updated: Tuesday July 20, 2021

Like every pandemic in history, there is no doubt COVID-19 will have lingering effects on us all. Research has already shown ...

The priority of embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion in the contingent...

Last Updated: Wednesday July 14, 2021

Diversity and inclusion (D&I) has never been more of a priority for business as it is today. It is common practice to have a ...

Top 5 emerging workforce trends in Asia

Last Updated: Friday July 9, 2021

As businesses chart their road to recovery post COVID-19, many are working hard to equip themselves with the tools and knowle...

Remaining competitive in a post-COVID world

Last Updated: Friday February 12, 2021

COVID-19 has had a huge impact on businesses all over the world, permanently reshaping the world, and the business landscape....

Driving business growth through market innovation | Webinar Recording (3)

Last Updated: Tuesday February 9, 2021

As businesses try to emerge in a post-pandemic world, they ponder one existential question: “How do we do that?”. While s...

Leading teams in times of change | Webinar recording (2)

Last Updated: Tuesday February 9, 2021

In today’s climate, being a great leader encompasses so much more than simply being brilliant at your job. Building a stron...

How to develop business resilience for the future | Webinar Recording (1)

Last Updated: Tuesday February 9, 2021

We are currently living through a time of unprecedented change. The past year has presented a multitude of challenges and obs...

Global contingent workforce response to COVID-19

Last Updated: Thursday January 14, 2021

We recently reached out to our network and customers to gauge how the contingent hiring market was performing during the glob...

22 new Occupations added to the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List in Au...

Last Updated: Thursday January 7, 2021

Last week came a much-anticipated change to Australian migration, which has been heavily impacted by Covid-19. The Minister f...

3 considerations for recruitment agencies engaging overseas workers

Last Updated: Monday December 14, 2020

The global pandemic has changed the world we live and work in for the foreseeable future. It’s now been more than eight mon...

Neil Merola on the APSCo Australia podcast

Last Updated: Thursday November 12, 2020

Recently our CEO Neil Merola from Entity Solutions, a People2.0 Company spoke with Lesley Horsburgh, Managing Director of APS...

Labour Hire Licensing in Australia: where are we now?

Last Updated: Wednesday October 28, 2020

Labour hire licensing is slowly being introduced across Australia, to ensure the safe and legal engagement of workers. The la...

What does the Budget mean for contractors?

Last Updated: Monday October 19, 2020

The recent Federal Budget announcement was a robust response to the impact of the global pandemic. The significant fiscal spe...

Top tax-time strategies for contractors

Last Updated: Tuesday October 6, 2020

The lead up to the end of tax year is always a great time to reflect on your goals, tie up loose ends and take steps to impro...

Australian Government aims to kick-start the economy with skilled migration

Last Updated: Wednesday September 30, 2020

While the international movement of people has nearly altogether halted in 2020 due to the global pandemic, the Australian Go...

Priority skilled visas and travel exemptions for Australian jobs

Last Updated: Sunday August 9, 2020

The Australian Government has released a list of priority skills that will be granted travel exemptions into Australia. A new...

IPro Feature: Ashton Wood, Founder of DV Safe Phone

Last Updated: Tuesday June 30, 2020

One of the great benefits of contracting on a fixed term basis is the occasional break in between contracts. One of our IPros...

5 reasons to engage contractors in COVID-19

Last Updated: Wednesday June 24, 2020

The white-collar workforce is at a huge advantage with the ability to work from home in many roles, which is proving valuable...

5 apps to get your Coronavirus budget in shape

Last Updated: Monday June 15, 2020

In the span of a few weeks COVID-19 has upended how people in Australia and around the world work and live. You may now be wo...

Cash flow & COVID-19 – Adapting your budget to your new reality

Last Updated: Monday June 15, 2020

Daily life has been turned upside down for all of us due to the COVID-19 pandemic and new ways of living, working and connect...

4 major pitfalls to avoid when working remotely

Last Updated: Thursday April 30, 2020

With the current need for social distancing, white collar contractors (Independent Professionals/IPros) are incredibly fortun...

5 tips for inducting new contractors from home

Last Updated: Friday April 17, 2020

The world is remarkably different place from what it was just a few weeks ago. Professional services and large enterprises ha...

How to stay afloat in times of hardship

Last Updated: Sunday April 5, 2020

There is an old English proverb that states a smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. While for most of us the days of sailin...

Engaging virtual teams during COVID-19

Last Updated: Friday March 6, 2020

While COVID-19 has created a more remote workforce, what action do managers need to take action to ensure their virtual team ...

4 Ways for your business to better appeal to contingent workers

Last Updated: Thursday January 23, 2020

Amidst a backdrop of global skill shortages, contingent workers offer businesses scalability, productivity and profitability;...

Talent Acquisition via Skilled Migration

Last Updated: Monday August 26, 2019

‘Talent crunch’, ‘brain drain’, ‘war on talent’ – there are many terms being used to describe how technological...

Why Australia’s Mining Industry Needs Skilled Migration

Last Updated: Saturday August 10, 2019

The demand for workers in the mining sector is at its highest level since the previous boom-time peak in 2013. Australian Res...

Update on Labour Hire Licensing in Australia

Last Updated: Tuesday July 16, 2019

Calls for Labour Hire Licensing arose to stop the exploitation and mistreatment of workers, support legitimate labour hire op...

International Women’s Day 2019

Last Updated: Wednesday July 3, 2019

It’s International Women’s Day 2019 and the energy is palpable. It’s been a big couple of years for gender relations as...

Tax Time 2019 – Essential Tips for Independent Professionals

Last Updated: Tuesday June 18, 2019

We’re almost half way through the year which means that tax time is once again upon us. June 30th is a key date stuck in th...

How To Upskill in the Future of Work

Last Updated: Tuesday May 14, 2019

A question on the lips of many people as contingent labour and contract work grows, is how individuals can upskill without ac...

2019 Federal Budget – What You Need to Know

Last Updated: Saturday May 4, 2019

On Tuesday 2nd April 2019, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg unveiled the Coalition government’s pre-election budget promising a 7....

Make yourself at home: The tricks to setting up an optimal home office

Last Updated: Thursday April 11, 2019

Working as a professional contractor (referred to as an Independent Professional or IPro by Entity Solutions) can, at times, ...

Mitigating Risk in an Age of Contingent Labour

Last Updated: Thursday April 4, 2019

Consider the following scenario – does it sound familiar? Your business is well aware of contractors being an attractive re...

Are You Ready for the New Victoria Labour Hire Licensing Scheme?

Last Updated: Monday March 25, 2019

A new mandatory labour hire licensing scheme will soon apply to all labour hire providers operating in Victoria. The scheme c...

Migration News: Skilled Occupation List Changes

Last Updated: Thursday March 14, 2019

On 11th March 2019, the Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) released a number of additions and changes to its Skilled Occupatio...

Essential Strategy to Reign Supreme in the Talent Crunch

Last Updated: Wednesday February 20, 2019

Reflecting on your client experiences over the past couple of years, it probably comes as no surprise that in 2017, “three-...

Get a Tax Break with Novated Car Leasing for Independent Professionals

Last Updated: Wednesday February 6, 2019

If you’re an independent professional who is planning to buy a car or at least contemplating it, then you ought to consider...

Understanding the Gig Economy

Last Updated: Tuesday November 20, 2018

There has been increasing talk about the gig economy in recent years which has now well and truly reached fever pitch. Google...

What does International Women’s Day mean to you?

Last Updated: Tuesday July 3, 2018

Today, Thursday 8 March 2018, is International Women’s Day – for some it’s a reminder of how far we have come or even...

Global skills in demand for the future of work

Last Updated: Wednesday June 27, 2018

You may be thinking about upskilling so you can then put your hand up for projects requiring niche skills. Maybe you’d like...

How outsourcing to a CMO makes engaging a NZ contract workforce stress-free

Last Updated: Wednesday June 27, 2018

Labour markets all over the world are increasingly moving towards flexible and assignment based engagements that allow an org...

Are contractors financially prepared for the future?

Last Updated: Wednesday June 20, 2018

Recently, in conjunction with FMD Financial, we held an important Roundtable event designed to help us understand our contrac...

Our top tips to get organised at tax time

Last Updated: Thursday June 14, 2018

It’s tax time again and for many it can be stressful. Maybe you haven’t had time to get up to speed on tax changes and do...

Skilling Australians Fund legislation approved – What it means for your organi...

Last Updated: Thursday May 17, 2018

Another anticipated change to the Visa program has been approved in parliament. The Skilling Australians Fund legislation pas...

Proposed Labour Hire legislation changes

Last Updated: Thursday May 3, 2018

As Group MD and founder of Entity Solutions, our organisation has commenced its journey to comply with the Labour Hire licens...

How to entice top talent to New Zealand – and your organisation

Last Updated: Thursday May 3, 2018

New Zealand is booming, with the tech industry expanding (Wellington is promoting itself as the new mini Silicone Valley) and...

482 TSS Visa commences: The key changes you need to know about

Last Updated: Wednesday April 4, 2018

Last year, the Australian government announced that there would be changes to the skilled visa programs as of 2018. In line w...

Provisional tax changes for NZ Independent Professionals

Last Updated: Tuesday March 27, 2018

From 1 April 2018, Independent Professionals (IPros) can benefit from the significant changes that the IRD (Inland Revenue) h...

Why diversification and active management deliver consistent investment returns

Last Updated: Wednesday February 21, 2018

We all understand that certain sectors of the market do better during particular stages of the economic cycle than others. Ho...

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace

Last Updated: Wednesday February 14, 2018

We all want to work for an organisation that embraces diversity and promotes inclusion in the workplace. As the workforce shi...

Singapore, start preparing your workforce for Industry 4.0

Last Updated: Tuesday January 30, 2018

The Fourth Industrial revolution and the Digital Age are already upon us, prompting massive change in all industries and pres...

Update to Permanent Residence (PR) Pathways for 457 visa holders

Last Updated: Thursday November 23, 2017

The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has recently released some information for existing 457 Visa holders rela...

How to make your first investment property dreams a reality

Last Updated: Monday November 20, 2017

Thinking about buying an investment property? As a high income earner, your accountant has mentioned that it might be a good ...

Top Workforce Trends in Singapore

Last Updated: Tuesday November 14, 2017

Being an employee in the present day is quite different from what it was just a few decades ago. In fact, some of us are not ...

Complicated training benchmarks scrapped for an annual fee

Last Updated: Sunday November 5, 2017

Tuesday night, the Federal Government announced changes to their fees when engaging a foreign worker on a Temporary Skill Sho...

What does the Budget 2017 mean for you?

Last Updated: Thursday October 5, 2017

On Tuesday night, Treasurer Scott Morrison handed down the Federal Budget for 2017. In his second delivery, he presented a bu...

Tips For Contractors Buying Their First Home

Last Updated: Thursday September 28, 2017

So you are looking to buy your first home? WOW, now the daunting thought of moving out of home and away from the comforts of ...

The Top ICT jobs that will be in demand in 2018

Last Updated: Monday September 18, 2017

As Australia progresses into the Digital era, there is one industry in particular that will carry the responsibility of this ...

Your guide to finding the best spots in Melbourne for remote working

Last Updated: Monday August 14, 2017

In this age of remote working and frequent interstate business travel, as a freelancer or a contractor who is able to work aw...

Is your organisation set up to get the most out of a contingent workforce?

Last Updated: Monday July 24, 2017

Entity Solutions recently held a successful Roundtable event bringing together several business and industry leaders for a di...

Revisions to occupation lists provides positive outcome for ICT sector

Last Updated: Monday July 24, 2017

The Federal Government’s announcement in April ‘17 to replace the 457 skilled visa program with the completely new Tempor...

Customer Service Insights: Q and A Entity Solutions style

Last Updated: Wednesday July 12, 2017

At Entity Solutions, we believe that “Customer is King” and in the importance of listening to customer feedback in order ...

Your checklist – 10 things to organise when moving to Australia

Last Updated: Saturday June 3, 2017

So you have finally decided to make the big move to Australia to further your career. Once all the announcements have been ma...

Pioneering an honest Contractor Management Industry

Last Updated: Wednesday May 24, 2017

As a founder of Australia’s leading Contractor Management Organisation (CMO), I was disappointed to read about Plutus Payro...

Common mistakes to avoid when updating your CV

Last Updated: Thursday May 4, 2017

The CV of any white collar contractor (Independent Professional/IPro) requires a format unique to their form of engagement. I...

The dust has settled- Your migration options clarified

Last Updated: Thursday April 27, 2017

Last week, the Federal Government announced changes to the 457 Visa program. Now that the dust has settled and the speculatio...

Government announcement to replace the 457 visa program

Last Updated: Wednesday April 19, 2017

Yesterday Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull announced the 457 visa program will be abolished and the Government will replace it...

How one simple decision could give you an extra $300,000 in super

Last Updated: Tuesday March 28, 2017

How often do you think about your super balance? Twice a year? Less often? Does it matter? I hear you think, I can’t access...

The harmony of our culture

Last Updated: Tuesday March 21, 2017

Australia is one of the most culturally diverse parts of the world and according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics aroun...

Stress Reduction Tips for IPros

Last Updated: Saturday March 4, 2017

As an IPro, the long hours required of you can sometimes elevate your stress levels and create imbalance. We all live in the ...

How to avoid back pain at work

Last Updated: Saturday January 7, 2017

Feel like you’re carrying the world on your shoulders? You’re not alone. According to Better Health Victoria, in 2011, on...

Is there a formula for investment success?

Last Updated: Thursday January 5, 2017

They say there’s no formula for success, but with years of experience offering personalised investment advice and now with ...

Financial services: The tussle for compliance and contingent talent

Last Updated: Wednesday November 16, 2016

Australia’s financial services industry, including banks, superannuation and insurance organisations, has been undergoing a...

Preparing your workforce for Industry 4.0

Last Updated: Saturday November 5, 2016

The world is at the beginning of the Fourth Industrial revolution which, in conjunction with the New Digital Age, is the cata...

The Freelancer’s Guide To Melbourne

Last Updated: Monday September 19, 2016

Melbourne is a city that’s easy to get comfortable in – topping The Economist’s Global Liveability Ranking for the fift...

2016 visa reforms focus on business and innovation

Last Updated: Friday September 2, 2016

Connecting people to jobs compliantly and with administrative ease is the reason why Entity Solutions help so many businesses...

Get organised with your professional development in the New Year

Last Updated: Friday August 12, 2016

As the year draws to a close, you might be thinking about taking some positive new steps towards your professional goals. As ...

Top tips for keeping your contractors happy

Last Updated: Wednesday June 15, 2016

The process of sourcing the right contractors for your organisation is never an easy one, with the overall costs almost alway...

Creating health, wealth and happiness for Independent Professionals

Last Updated: Wednesday June 15, 2016

As the end of the financial year fast approaches, there is a sense of urgency to get all of our financial loose ends tied up ...

Will the May Budget deliver on promises of innovation focus?

Last Updated: Wednesday April 13, 2016

The upcoming release of the 2016/2017 Australian Federal Budget has the nation abuzz with speculation of many changes, includ...

Benefit from changes to the Accredited Sponsorship Status

Last Updated: Friday April 8, 2016

How your business can benefit from changes to the Accredited Sponsorship Status? Does your business sponsor employees from ov...

Growth in the ICT sector producing a satisfied contingent workforce

Last Updated: Wednesday March 30, 2016

Organisations across all sectors and regions are looking for smarter ways to deliver their services, ways to automate manual ...

Government announces reform to provide greater flexibility for employers accessi...

Last Updated: Saturday March 19, 2016

The Assistant Minister for Immigration and Border Protection, Senator the Hon. Michaelia Cash, announced yesterday the govern...

Managing as a millennial: How to eliminate the tension of the age gap

Last Updated: Thursday December 3, 2015

Millennials, otherwise known as Generation Y, are no longer the new kids on the block. Set to make up three quarters of the w...

Why a million Aussies are contractors

Last Updated: Tuesday November 17, 2015

The new world of work is not a new concept but it is continuing to shape the way organisations respond to the evolving enviro...

Subclass 457 quarterly report: increase applications, decrease visas granted

Last Updated: Monday November 2, 2015

While the number of 457 primary visa applications lodged in the last 12 months increased by 18.1% from the previous financial...

The importance of employer branding in attracting key talent

Last Updated: Saturday October 3, 2015

Think economic turbulence and an ever-competitive job market is enough to ensure quality candidates flock to your organisatio...

Top 5 Global Workforce Trends That are Redefining Workplaces

Last Updated: Tuesday September 22, 2015

Being an employee in the present day is quite different from what it was just a few decades ago. Workplaces are becoming more...

How to succeed as an ICT professional

Last Updated: Friday September 4, 2015

If you are working as a white collar contractor (Independent Professional/IPro) in the ICT sector, the good news is organisat...

Things you should know before committing to life as a contractor (Part 1 of 2)

Last Updated: Saturday July 18, 2015

The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates that there are now 1 million Independent Contractors[1], representing 10 percen...

The case for a dedicated global workforce management partner

Last Updated: Thursday May 28, 2015

For organisations operating in global environments, juggling the compliant engagement of both contingent and permanent worker...

Immigration and the Budget

Last Updated: Thursday May 14, 2015

The Federal Budget 2015 was revealed Tuesday 12 May, and contained some key announcements in relation to Australia’s migrat...

Hiring a contractor could be your best ever marketing investment

Last Updated: Saturday May 2, 2015

The importance of good relations with your contingent workforce is about more than the opportunity to retain talent within yo...

Social media for Business 101

Last Updated: Monday April 27, 2015

Social media is no longer just a fad for teenagers; it has cemented itself as a crucial channel to market yourself and/or you...

Leaders failing to address disengagement among workers

Last Updated: Tuesday April 21, 2015

Lack of employee engagement is the top issue for 87% of HR and business leaders, yet the majority of organisations are still ...

Top 10 reasons to migrate to Australia

Last Updated: Tuesday April 14, 2015

Australia is a great place to live, work, and raise a family, but what are the top 10 reasons people migrate to Australia? Fo...

ICT and Sales roles among the hardest to fill in Australia

Last Updated: Tuesday March 31, 2015

Despite rising levels of unemployment, one in four job vacancies remain unfilled after one month, with 13% still open after t...

Healthcare sector to drive employment growth over next 5 years

Last Updated: Friday March 27, 2015

Healthcare and social assistance services are set to account for more employment growth in Australia than any other sector in...

Navigating the multi-speed economy in 2015

Last Updated: Monday March 16, 2015

Throughout the mining boom, there was much talk about Australia’s two-speed economy. The idea that one portion of the econo...

The invisible job market right under your nose

Last Updated: Wednesday February 25, 2015

Are you only looking for new roles on traditional job boards? You could be missing out on a huge portion of jobs that are not...

How to successfully make the move to a new industry or market

Last Updated: Monday February 23, 2015

When considering a new career, the prospect of change can be daunting. Figuring out what you want to do after working for so ...

Where to find flexibility: Small vs. Large Organisations

Last Updated: Thursday February 19, 2015

Would you like an employer who offers flexibility, work-life balance and choice on issues like overtime, hours and work locat...

Is how you lead helping your bottom line?

Last Updated: Tuesday February 17, 2015

Any organisation, be it service or product orientated, ultimately exist to meet the wants or needs of its customer base. Your...

ICT and transformative roles to dominate the contracting sector in Q1 2015

Last Updated: Friday February 13, 2015

Hiring intentions are at a 3 year high in the first quarter of 2015, with employers expecting to increase both their permanen...

Mining and Resources sector jobs: A year in review

Last Updated: Thursday January 29, 2015

New research from recruitment company DFP Recruitment indicates that while the number of advertised jobs in the mining and re...

How Australia tracks globally in contingent workforce engagement

Last Updated: Wednesday January 28, 2015

Australia is the 15th largest market globally for contingent workforce engagement, down from 4th in 2013, according to new re...

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