Redefining Retirement: The Benefits of Freelancing After 60
Modern freelancing is easier and more rewarding than older workers may think. Toptal’s chief economist breaks down the advantages of freelancing in semiretirement.
Erik Stettler
Erik is a data scientist and a founding partner of the global venture firm Firstrock Capital. He helps companies, universities, and governments across the Americas build business and technology strategies. Erik has an MBA with distinction from Harvard University and serves as Chief Economist at Toptal.
Toxic Communication in Virtual Workspaces: A Looming Liability for Remote and Hybrid Companies
The tendency to “speak” more harshly from a keyboard than you would face to face—called online disinhibition—doesn’t just happen on Twitter. When it creeps into office conversations, it can create a toxic work environment that damages your brand and bottom line.
Jeffrey Gangemi
Jeffrey is a digital growth strategist with Accenture Interactive and an alum of Telus International. He has an MBA from Cornell University with an emphasis in leadership and innovation.
The Shadow Pandemic: Ransomware’s Present and Future Dangers for Corporations
The fight against ransomware can’t be left to government or law enforcement agencies alone. Corporate leaders must pitch in—to protect their own companies and the global economy.
Peter Matuszak
Peter Matuszak is Toptal’s Senior Writer for Business. A former investigative reporter for the Chicago Tribune and policy advisor to multiple governmental agencies and officials, he now writes about tech, finance, and the future of work for Toptal Insights.
Work As We Knew It Is Ending. The Remote, Freelance Revolution Has Begun
Toptal’s Chief Economist believes now is the time for top talent to go freelance and for even more businesses to embrace contingent work. Thought leaders from the Fortune 500 consultancy JLL, BMO Financial Group, and more agree. Here’s why.
Michael J. McDonald
Michael J. McDonald is an award-winning journalist who has worked at Bloomberg News and Thomson Financial. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.
How to Lead Fewer, Better Meetings in 2021 and Beyond
Author Daniel Stillman shares tips every leader needs to improve the organizational communication issues plaguing suddenly remote teams.
Matthew M.F. Miller
Senior Writer Matthew M. F. Miller is a bestselling author with articles in the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Morning News, and more.
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How Verizon Created an Award-winning Virtual Internship Program
Last year, Verizon transformed its internship program to be fully remote. Here’s how they created a rewarding experience for students and managers.
Stephanie Emma Pfeffer
Stephanie Emma Pfeffer is a sought-after storyteller for bestselling publications like People, Family Circle, Self, and New York Magazine.
Digitally Divided: Zoom-less Rural America Looks to Close Broadband Gap
Poor investments and service monopolies have blocked many Americans from high-speed internet access. Renewed interest in boosting broadband might finally bridge the access gap.
Michael J. McDonald
Michael J. McDonald is an award-winning journalist who has worked at Bloomberg News and Thomson Financial. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.
Why Companies Shouldn’t Reintroduce All Travel Post-COVID-19
With health and safety concerns for workers, and liability and logistical concerns for companies, it’s just not worth returning to the operational status quo.
Matthew M.F. Miller
Senior Writer Matthew M. F. Miller is a bestselling author with articles in the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Morning News, and more.
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