Gig Economy:

Refers to the trend of an increasing number of people working in short-term, flexible jobs as independent contractors or freelancers, as opposed to traditional, permanent employment.

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Businesses should care about the gig economy because it can bring a number of benefits, such as:

  1. Cost savings: By using gig workers, businesses can avoid the costs associated with hiring permanent employees, such as benefits and employment taxes.
  2. Flexibility: The gig economy allows businesses to quickly scale up or down their workforce based on demand, without the need to make long-term commitments.
  3. Access to a wider pool of talent: Businesses can benefit from the gig economy by being able to access a global pool of highly skilled professionals, who can work on short-term projects or assignments.
  4. Innovation: The gig economy also allows companies to tap into new business models and revenue streams, by connecting with new customers and partners, and providing new products and services.

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