What Will the Gig Economy Look Like in 2023?

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The gig economy describes a labor market that depends on non-employed contractors. This term—named for individuals who accept small jobs known as gigs—covers a large number of diverse workers, including Airbnb hosts, Uber drivers, freelance writers, seasonal workers, volunteers, independent contractors, and temporary employees.

There is no question that the gig economy is growing by leaps and bounds. According to McKinsey’s 2022 American Opportunity Survey, 36 percent of employed respondents are involved in the gig economy—up from 27 percent in 2016.

In fact, by 2023, the gig economy is predicted to be worth between $443 and $455 billion globally, representing more than 17 percent growth year over year.

Interested in learning more about the gig economy? Below we take a deep dive into the world of gig workers…

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The gig economy is gaining traction across the globe, thanks to the growth of technology. For example, sites such as Upwork allow freelancer writers, editors, and designers to connect with businesses looking to hire contract workers. And Uber and Lyft connect drivers with passengers in need of a ride, while Etsy and eBay help individuals sell their goods and creations on digital marketplaces.

The growth is quite impressive. In 2022, more than 57 million U.S. individuals worked in some capacity as a freelancer, and the number is expected to increase to more than 86 million in the year 2027. This number is growing because more and more individuals are taking on gigs as a side hustle to supplement their income—or as a primary source of income.

The gig economy’s biggest market is the U.S., followed by the EU and India. Furthermore, 36 percent of U.S. workers participate in this economy as a primary or secondary source of income.

Additionally, data shows that gig workers are typically happier in their jobs when compared to employees working traditional jobs. The reason stems from the fact that many gig workers take part in jobs they are extremely interested in, which allows them to do the activities they most enjoy, with more independence and autonomy.  However, the world of gig workers is changing due to recent legislation.

Federal Rules on Worker Classifications

In the fall of 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor proposed an important change in how workers are classified as employees or independent contractors. According to the New York Times, this rule would “make it more likely for millions of janitors, home care and construction workers, and gig drivers to be classified as employees rather than independent contractors.”

Explains Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh, “While independent contractors have an important role in our economy, we have seen in many cases that employers misclassify their employees as independent contractors, particularly among our nation’s most vulnerable workers.”

Currently, independent contractors are categorized according to several factors:

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  • The nature and degree of the worker’s control over their work
  • The worker’s opportunity for profit or loss based on managerial skill
  • Investments by workers and employers
  • The degree of permanence of the working relationship
  • The extent to which the work performed is an integral part of the employer’s business
  • The degree of skill and initiative exhibited by workers

During the Trump Administration, the Department of Labor created a new rule to weigh two of the above six factors more heavily, focusing on workers’ control over their work and their opportunities for profit/loss based on their own initiative and investment. Biden’s proposal reverts to the broader independent contractor assessment that was in place before Trump’s 2021 changes.

If passed, the Biden Administration’s proposal will create much stricter parameters for companies hiring independent contractors. This proposed rule adjusts the framework used to classify independent contractors with the goal of reducing the number of misclassified employees, likely causing more workers from the gig economy to gain employee status.

The Labor Department plans to consider feedback about the proposal from stakeholders until November 28, 2022, but will not finalize the rule until some time in 2023.

Interested in Establishing a Nevada LLC for Your Gig or Side Hustle?

Developing a Nevada LLC for your gig makes good business sense because the state has the most business-friendly incorporation statutes in the U.S. and is considered a pro-business state.

With a low-regulation environment, streamlined licensing and approval processes, a low cost of living, lots of cheap real estate, fast development, innovative energy technology, and an abundance of startups, Nevada promotes a strong culture of entrepreneurship.

In addition, Nevada boasts a favorable tax environment for businesses and industries, which attracts new businesses. In fact, Nevada is unique for many reasons, including:

  • When you form a Nevada entity, you won’t have to pay franchise taxes, tax on corporate shares, or personal income tax.
  • Nevada has some of the strongest asset protection laws in the country, which protect business owners and their personal assets.
  • There is no minimum capital requirement to incorporate in Nevada.
  • Nevada requires only minimal disclosure of personal information at the time of start-up and at the time of annual filings.
  • Directors and officers don’t need to live in Nevada, hold meetings in Nevada, or be a Nevada resident. An entity can be formed by mail, fax, or phone, and the person incorporating in Nevada never has to visit the state.
  • In Nevada, the corporate veil may be pierced only if company owners have committed deliberate misleading non-legal acts.

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By allowing NCH to help build your small business, you can take advantage of lawsuit protection, tax savings, credibility, and access to business funding. In addition, NCH offers the best tools to start a business, such as a record book, operating agreements, bylaws, employee identification numbers, business license reports, and marketing packages.

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