As the business world becomes more volatile and competitive, organizations are seeking innovative ways to increase productivity while cutting costs. A new trend on the rise is engaging contingent workers or Flexpreneurs* to perform specific tasks to meet specific goals.
*Flexpreneur, a word collaboratively coined by the Diamondpick team, that brings together the words ‘flexibility’ and ‘entrepreneur’ to perfectly represent those who specialize in flex working models.
Over 80% of executives are reporting an expansion in leveraging contingent, seasonal, intermittent or consultant employees to achieve their business goals.
The need for a high-quality, on-demand Flexpreneurs is gaining rapid momentum primarily because of,
- Increased focus on cost saving and workforce agility
- A fiercer than ever battle for skilled talent
- Workers craving autonomy and flexibility
Both contingent and traditional workers will perform tasks required to grow a business. Hiring a Flexpreneur will get the job done without the need to take on the responsibilities that accompany hiring full-time employees. Read on to find out if the benefits of hiring a Flexpreneur outweighs hiring full time employees.