Gig economy work is on the rise. According to Upwork, over 39% of the American workforce has done some type of freelance work. We expect this number to increase in the coming years as more Americans realize they need more than one job to afford their lifestyle. Many individuals are choosing to pick up one, two, or even three side hustles to grow their stream of income. However, growing your own business isn't an easy task to take on by yourself. Whether you've been a solo entrepreneur for a ...
Anti-Agency Podcast: The Myths and Realities of Offshore Hiring with David Nilssen
Embark with us on a riveting entrepreneurial odyssey as David Nilssen, CEO of Doxa Talent, traces his path from teenage Subway franchise manager to real estate maven, and then to the vanguard of remote hiring innovation. David's candid tales of founding Guidant Financial and later Doxa Talent offer an insider's view of the entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with a dash of audacity and a keen eye for opportunities amidst challenges. Our conversation digs into the birth of Doxa Talent, a company ...
Forbes Councils Is NOT Forbes
There is so much disinformation in the world, and equally a number of people that knowingly buy into it. When I come across an example that I almost fall for, I always feel incredibly compelled to write about it. I've written previously about the agency award scams that exist, and felt compelled to write again. This time it's about a group called Forbes Councils, and despite how much they attempt at making people think it, no, they are not actually Forbes. So admittedly, I pursued the ...
Anti-Agency Podcast: Innovating the Future of Productive Meetings with Meetrics COO Ashish Fernandez
Ever felt trapped in a cycle of endless meetings, watching the clock tick away precious productivity? Ashish Fernandez, co-founder and COO of Meetrics, joins us to share his inspiring leap from chemical engineer to tech innovator, tackling the very issue that drives professionals to the brink. His story, a tapestry woven with threads of passion and persistence, guides us through the landscape of tech entrepreneurship, from the oil fields of Northern Canada to the bustling innovation hubs that ...
Remote Team Management: Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success
In the changing business landscape, remote or hybrid models of work are on the rise. According to Forbes, 12.7% of full-time employees worked from home in 2023, and an additional 28.2% adopted a hybrid model, working both at home and in the office. Effective remote team management strategies are more important than ever. This trend, accelerated due to necessity by the COVID-19 pandemic, has led to team management emerging as a crucial skill for entrepreneurs. The digital age has not only ...
Anti-Agency Podcast: Creating a Thriving Virtual Office Culture
Embark on a journey with Joanna and me as we open the doors to the vibrant virtual halls of Socialistics and share the secrets to cultivating an online culture that's as rich and interactive as its brick-and-mortar counterpart. Miss those chance encounters by the watercooler and the buzz of office banter? We're right there with you. Tune in to hear how we've transformed longing for the physical workspace into pioneering a digital renaissance, complete with the unexpected perks of spontaneous ...