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The statistics are clear: freelancing is on an upward trajectory. As HR professionals, you need to pay attention to these numbers.
Shannon shared a striking finding from McKinsey’s American Opportunity Survey that finds that 36% of employed US workers identify as independent workers (up from 27% in 2016).
This surge isn’t just impressive – it’s a call to action for HR departments everywhere. You need to rethink your talent strategies and workforce planning.
But it’s not just independent studies highlighting this trend. Shannon’s own company, Wripple, has uncovered similar patterns.
Wripple’s 2024 TeamUp report highlighted the strategic significance and growth