Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark C. Perna is a generational expert who covers education & careers. Contingent work—for which people are hired on a temporary, ...

McLean & Company's new resource indicates that contingent workers -- or "gig workers" -- require a customized approach to HR programs. When programs are effectively tailored to contingent workers, ...

Yet many economists say there is no clear evidence such mandates have that effect. There's concern these new policies that make benefits contingent on work could ultimately come at a cost in other ...