Even though WFA jobs only comprise about 5% of all roles posted by employers (even flexible employers) according to FlexJobs, demand is insanely high, with a FlexJobs survey finding that over half (58%) of respondents would accept a pay cut in exchange for the option to work from anywhere in the world.Read more: https://t.co/KtOMhnv3di ...

Even though WFA jobs only comprise about 5% of all roles posted by employers (even flexible employers) according to FlexJobs, demand is insanely high, with a FlexJobs survey finding that over half (58%) of respondents would accept a pay cut in exchange for the option to work from anywhere in the world.Read more: https://t.co/KtOMhnv3di ...

NEW YORK, Dec. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The story of the American economy today is unfolding not just on Wall Street, but on Main Street and around the kitchen table. During a recent satellite media tour in partnership with DoorDash and D S Simon Media, Chief Analytics Officer at Doordash Jessica Lachs shared key findings from the company’s first-ever State of Local Commerce report. The findings offer a real-time look into how families, workers, and local businesses are adapting in 2025. The report draw ...

Core Insights - Upwork Inc. has outlined a long-term growth strategy and financial outlook, emphasizing its position to capture a larger share of the $1.3 trillion global digital knowledge work market through a focus on AI and SMBs [1][2] Financial Outlook - The company provided guidance for 2026 and growth targets for 2028, projecting a Gross Services Volume (GSV) growth rate of 4-6%, revenue growth rate of 6-8%, and an adjusted EBITDA margin of approximately 29% [4][5] - Long-term targets include a GSV CAGR of 7-9%, revenue CAGR of 13-15%, and adjusted EBITDA CAGR of around 20% [4][5] Strategic Building Blocks - **Transforming Human + AI Work**: The AI strategy includes expanding AI-powered workflows, accelerating AI categories of work, and integrating AI agents for better collaboration, with an expected $100 million in incremental GSV from these initiatives in 2025 [4] - **Accelerating SMB Growth**: Upwork is targeting the $530 billion SMB market with its Business Plus offering, designed to attract higher-spending SMB customers and improve retention rates [4] - **Unlocking Enterprise Expansion**: The launch of Lifted aims to tap into the $650 billion contingent labor market, providing a comprehensive solution for large organizations to manage contingent talent [4] Market Position - Upwork has facilitated over $30 billion in total transactions since its inception, positioning itself as a leader in connecting businesses with global, AI-enabled talent across various work types [7][8]

In China 40% of the urban labour force now depend on some kind of flexible work. The fortunes of these precarious workers will shape the country’s economy and society for years to come https://t.co/EJq8EpASe0 ...

As the number of “mum jobs”—roles created to be for flexible for those with young children—grows throughout China, so does the backlash against them https://t.co/pi0vvIK3PvIllustration: Anna Kövecses https://t.co/4uR8nlUcb9 ...

Employment Trends - "Mum jobs" (为有年幼子女的人群提供的灵活工作) 在中国数量增长[1] Social Commentary - 针对 "Mum jobs" 的负面评价或反对声浪也在增加[1]