Market Insights

Americans started working as independent contractors (19%) or decided to start their own business (18%) after losing their jobs.

A recent survey by FlexJobs founds that 26% of workers would accept a 5% reduction in pay.

The study found that this year 55% of workers will lose up to two hours each day clarifying details they need to do for their job.

More than half (59%) of employed adults are interested in starting their own business or becoming an entrepreneur – however, 39% don't feel like they have enough money to do so.

74% of workers would consider leaving for a new role if offered additional education or career opportunities.

82% of organizations have already invested in AI, with another 33% saying they will increase investment in AI by more than 50% in the coming year.