According to Staffing Industry Analysts, independent contractors made up an estimated 15.5% of the total workforce in 2017. Companies are increasingly engaging ICs, therefore an understanding of best practices is... read more →
Perhaps you’re about to start working with independent contractors for the first time, or maybe you’ve hired them many times before. Either way, it’s important to understand how to manage independent... read more →
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, independent contractors (ICs) represented 6.9 percent of the total workforce in 2017. However, other sources, such as Staffing Industry Analysts, estimate the number to... read more →
A growing number of companies are hiring independent contractors. One reason for this is that many ICs are skilled workers who can provide expertise that companies don’t possess in-house. Additionally, it... read more →
In line with compensation, a company's employee benefits package is a key component to staying competitive in a candidate-driven job market. Job seekers are looking for complete job satisfaction. But in... read more →
Emotional intelligence is a critical part of our personal development. It not only impacts our personal lives, but can also have a positive (or very negative) effect in the workplace.... read more →
Looking for a fun and digestible overview of second quarter 2018 job numbers? This month we're shaking things up! The Atrium team redesigned our report, combining stats from the Bureau of... read more →
If a vendor walked in to your office today and asked you, "how much are you currently spending to manage your contingent workforce," would you be able to answer? Recently,... read more →
The "ABC" factor test has made its way to the West Coast. California joins states such as Massachusetts and New Jersey, who are already using the "ABC" test to determine... read more →
As the #metoo movement took center stage, companies began to look at their staff and internal company culture. Take a look around your office. How many women do you see?... read more →