Are you curious about how companies are responding to economic uncertainty? In this episode, Alisa discusses how companies are bringing in outside contractors and shifting existing employees into different roles to take advantage of new opportunities without needing to hire additional personnel. He also highlights the importance of having a flexible workforce that can quickly adapt to changing conditions, and examine the potential benefits for both employers and employees. Plus, get insider tips and advice on how to develop new skill sets that will increase your value to the company and benefit you in the long term. Don't miss this informative and insightful conversation on Quiet Hiring!

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 02:37] Quiet Hiring: A New Trend in US Business for 2021

• Quiet Hiring is a new term that is expected to be dominant in the US this year
• Companies are hesitant to hire new employees due to uncertainty about the economy and rising prices
• Moving an employee to another role can help a company identify areas of improvement

[02:38 - 04:56] A New Way to Utilize Employee Expertise and Increase Value for Your Company

• Creating online courses for business owners to use QuickBooks Online for their personal bookkeeping using the company's expertise
• Quiet hiring allows employees to move around and learn new skill sets, increasing their value to the company

Key Quotes:

“So hiring an outside contractor might fill an acute need just for the company.” - Alisa McCabe

“Most companies are hesitant to hire a new employee because we're uncertain of the economy.” - Alisa McCabe

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