What is the Gig Economy? The gig economy is a labor market where people earn wages by performing flexible, on-demand work usually found through apps or websites. [1] Globally, the gig economy is vast and is projected to exceed a market size of over $1.8 trillion by the year 2032. [2] Some sectors of the gig economy include asset-sharing services, transportation-based services, professional services, and handmade goods & household services. [3] Gig work can be found on plat

Introduction – Startup Funding Basics Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, startup activity has skyrocketed within the United States. [1] In 2025 alone, over 5.1 million entrepreneurs took the leap from business idea to formation. [2] Yet, despite this trend, only roughly 70% of new businesses survive beyond two years of formation and only 50% of businesses survive beyond five years. [3]  Even those startups that are “VC-backed,” often indicating perceived high gro

Introduction Nearly 90% of companies use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimize the recruitment process, shorten hiring timelines, and reduce manual labor. [1]  In an era of rapid technological progress, organizations are using AI for staffing and recruiting to review resumes, identify suitable candidates, and streamline conventional hiring procedures. [2]  Although enterprises can harness this innovative recruiting tool to expedite operations across the board, numerous ch