Dr. Daniel Altman joins Instawork as Chief Economist
Instawork has a real time view of the hourly workforce that is unmatched in its level of detail. Among all of our users, there are countless trends, stories, and insights waiting to be uncovered. Today, we’re announcing our first Chief Economist at Instawork, Daniel Altman, PhD, who will lead a new economic research division to uncover critical trends and insights that only Instawork can provide.
Employee Spotlight: Keith Chapman, General Counsel
Our mission at Instawork is to create economic opportunities for local businesses and professionals, globally. In order to achieve that mission, we have built a team composed of talented and hard-working individuals who are passionate about connecting skilled hourly professionals with local businesses who need their services.
What it's like to work for a caterer
Imagine being part of a team that makes weddings, conferences, and celebrations unforgettable. Or maybe even hosting musicians at a concert venue, or famous actors and socialites at a charity ball. Caterers make special events like this elegant and seamless — but they can’t do it alone. To deliver a great experience, they need a dedicated team of skilled professionals.
[Case study] AE&ES rebuilds their events business with a flexible labor force
Gary Bordman, owner and Chief Interactive Designer of Amusement, Exhibit & Event Services (or AE&ES), takes fun seriously. In addition to having grown up in the carnival industry, he’s been providing game and amusement experiences for events, conventions, trade shows, meetings, and more for over 20 years.
13 Ideas for boosting warehouse retention rates
Whether your warehouse employees are in-house or temporary, you should always create an environment that makes them want to stick around. Having a team of high-performing in-house employees, or a roster of your favorite Instawork Professionals you can call on regularly, reduces the time you need to spend searching for and onboarding new workers — which, in turn, saves money and boosts productivity. But as we all know, retention is easier said than done.
What working in a warehouse is like
Whether you realize it or not, warehouses play an important role in our daily lives. They help supply us with the food we eat, the clothes we wear, and the gifts we buy. Working in a warehouse is also a great way to earn extra money, especially during the holiday season.
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