Why the gig economy is the future of work with Melissa Waters
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The future of work is changing thanks to the gig economy. Melissa Waters explores how it can work for new college graduates, educational institutions, and corporate businesses.
“The workforce is changing, and it's really on corporate America and the global corporate landscape to catch up with the fact that this is the way the world is going to work. And this is how we work now. And if that is our reality, then we need to be good change agents and stewards”.
— Melissa Waters
With the Great Migration and the switch to remote work, the future of work looks different these days. Melissa Waters, Chief Marketing Officer at Upwork, believes the gig economy is transforming the way we work and can help brands access the right talent around the globe. A transformational marketing leader, Meliisa’s mission is to help businesses, brands, and teams unlock their potential.
Recently, Melissa joined Suzy Founder & CEO Matt Britton on the Speed of Culture podcast to discuss:
Why traditional jobs are no longer the go-to choice for new generations entering the workforce
How educational institutions can adapt to provide the skillsets college graduates need for the gig economy
Why businesses need to embrace the gig economy to find the right talent
Listen to Melissa’s episode on the Speed of Culture podcast today to learn how to grow your business through great customer experience, innovation, and the consumerization of healthcare or read through the episode transcript below.
