The move away from these informal guidelines could have big implications for both small-business owners and freelancers -- and may signal the need for both groups to make strategic adjustments.
A conundrum for freelancers is negotiating a livable rate for your work when companies can go elsewhere and find very cheap labor on freelance marketplace sites.
You might not give your gig-economy contractors retirement plans and paid vacation. But you can invest in them with good paychecks and advancement opportunities.