Infographic: The state of independent workers

Today's independent workforce is happy, healthy and thriving, according to a the “2018 State of Independence in America Report” from MBO Partners.

By Emily Payne | July 12, 2018 at 10:06 AM

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Emily Payne is director, content analytics for ALM's Business & Finance Markets and former managing editor for BenefitsPRO. A Wisconsin native, she has spent the past decade writing and editing for various athletic and fitness publications. She holds an English degree and Business certificate from the University of Wisconsin.

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