Employee Spotlight: Meghan Hermann, Sr. Strategic Communications Manager
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.
7 of the most common self-employment tax questions, answered
Taxes can be confusing — especially when you’re an independent contractor. When you work for yourself, rather than a company, the way you do taxes is different. And if you previously only filed taxes as a W-2 employee, it might feel like a whole new ball game. So if you have questions about how taxes work for the self-employed, you’re definitely not alone.
Possible federal tax deductions for independent contractors
Let’s be honest: Taxes aren’t exactly most people’s idea of a good time. So it’s understandable if you don’t want to spend more time on taxes than you have to. But when you fly through your taxes just to get them over with, you can often pay a steep price — literally.
How to effectively onboard temporary warehouse staff
In wake of the pandemic-driven eCommerce surge, the need for staff at many warehouses has hit an all-time high. For warehouse owners and operators, quickly growing headcount and getting their teams up to speed is essential to meeting customer demand.
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.
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