State of Independence Report : 2011
16 million workers in the US identify themselves as independent
MBO's State of Independence in America Report is a first of it's kind report that looks into the current state of independent workers in the United States, measuring their growth, satisfaction and economic impact.This inaugural report reveals that a large number of American workers identify as "independent" - 16 million and growing. In years to come, this report will serve as the baseline for measuring the ebbs and flows of the self-employed sector.
This inaugural report reveals that a large number of American workers identify as "independent" - 16 million and growing. In years to come, this report will serve as the baseline for measuring the ebbs and flows of the self-employed sector.
These workers may take on many titles: consultant, freelancer, contractor, temp, on-call worker, etc., but they all share a goal of greater flexibility, control and self-reliance. In 2011, 80% of independent workers are satisfied and plan to stay independent.
The new "take charge" workforce spans geographies, genders and generations. Independent workers are active in every state; women are more than half of all independents and adults from their mid-20s to 65+ are becoming independent.
A major change is taking place within our nation's workforce and MBO Partners has captured it all in this State of Independence in America Report.
Debunking a popular misconception that workers are forced into independence due to job loss or lack of alternatives, more than half of independent workers (55%) say it was their proactive choice to become an independent worker
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