What are the real choices confronting gig workers as they consider their employment options in the post-pandemic world?
As the push to get America back to work begins, employers are lamenting that no one wants to work any more. Low-wage industries in particular are struggling to fill positions amid a record high number of job openings, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
To counter this, employers such as Uber and Lyft are trying to incentivize drivers with promises of bonuses, while more than 18 states are opting to cut extended unemployment benefits early, citing government relief as a disincentive to work.
Both strategies fundamentally miss the point.
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