Today's interview is with Marion McGovern. Over the past 30 years, Marion McGovern has been a trailblazer in the world of work, launching a Gig Economy firm before the term was even coined. As a workforce pioneer, she’s now revealing valuable tips on surviving in the modern workplace—for workers and employers alike in her new book: Thriving in the Gig Economy.  We discuss the following: 

• The widespread impact of the world of gig work, and how it will reshape businesses of all sizes
• Top three misconceptions about the gig economy
• Hidden responsibilities and challenges of being an independent worker
• The science of pricing: How to determine your price based on skills, expertise, and the nature of your work
• You are an island: How to manage the isolation of working independently
• Independent contractors vs. employees: Understand the difference—whether you’re hiring or looking for wok
• Key factors that will change the future of the Gig Economy—including policy changes, legal developments, and forward-thinking entrepreneurs

Resources Mentioned In The Episode

• Personal Website: http://marionmcgovern.com/
• Thriving in the Gig Economy Book: http://marionmcgovern.com/thriving-in-the-gig-economy-book/

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