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Gig Economy and Freelancing
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A millennial who used a gig app to work in retail explains why he's never using it again
A worker who used a gig app to get shifts in retail said that those types of jobs aren't for everyo…
Alex Bitter
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The AI boom could force you to enter the gig economy
Generative AI's adoption could lead to even more Americans working in the gig economy.
Jacob Zinkula
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The gig economy, overemployment, and job switching have made it easier than ever to boost your income. But those strategies aren't always worth it.
It can feel like there are more ways than ever to bolster your bank account. But the income boost m…
Jacob Zinkula
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Gig work is the new Ellis Island for immigrants looking for work. But many drivers feel trapped in the long hours and low pay.
Business Insider spoke to a dozen recent immigrants who rely heavily on driving for Uber and Lyft t…
Noah Sheidlower
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Andreessen Horowitz investor says half of Google's white-collar staff probably do 'no real work'
Andreessen Horowitz's David Ulevitch called Google an "amazing example" of a company with "BS jobs."
Sarah Jackson
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Worldwide tablet shipments grow in Q1 2024 after two years of decline
After over two years of decline, the worldwide tablets marker has finally shown some signs of recov…
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The new power figures in hedge funds do not manage money
The hedge-fund industry's newest rock stars don't manage money. That and more in today's newsletter.
Matt Turner
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Women who drive for Uber and Lyft share tips for staying safe in gig-economy jobs
Three women Uber and Lyft drivers share advice for staying safe in the gig economy.
Jacob Zinkula
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The biggest perk of gig work might also be its downfall
Many gig drivers lured by the flexibility of their job say it's often limited, as many work early o…
Noah Sheidlower
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Walmart spent years growing Spark, its own gig-economy delivery service. But Walmart Spark workers say challenges became clear in 2023.
Walmart Spark drivers complained about competition from bots, irritating customers, and other issue…
Alex Bitter
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Bots are some DoorDash and Walmart Spark delivery gig workers' dirty secret
Gig workers on delivery apps like DoorDash are turning to bots to claim high-paying orders as pay f…
Alex Bitter
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Gig work is getting less profitable
A growing number of Americans are working in the gig economy. Some will find it disappointing.
Jacob Zinkula,Noah Sheidlower
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In India, being educated might increase your chances of unemployment: ILO report
According to the latest International Labour Organisation (ILO) report on India's labour landscape,…
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A hidden consequence of the gig economy is that workers keep asking customers for sex or dates
"People have the right to order a pizza ... without then being asked for sex or a date."
Pete Syme
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In this economy, the winner is weather apps
Most of these apps get their data for free, and have multiple routes to monetization.
Sirena Bergman
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Uber CEO says the company took its drivers 'for granted'
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said the company needed to "earn the loyalty" of its drivers.
Camilo Fonseca
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Gig driving was a glimmer of hope for many people with disabilities — but for some, it's a dead end.
Nearly a dozen drivers told Business Insider that driving for companies including Uber and Lyft are…
Noah Sheidlower
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The new jobs report was great. But maybe don't go looking for a new gig just yet.
The latest jobs report had lots of good news for the labor market. Workers are in a great spot, but…