How has the rise of the gig work model transformed traditional employer-employee relationships? How inclusivity and engagement can be ensured?
AB The gig economy has profoundly transformed traditional employer-employee dynamics, shifting from long-term engagements to transactional relationships. Unlike the classic model, which provides stable, long-term employment with benefits, job security, and opportunities for career growth, the gig model emphasises short-term, project-based engagements that offer flexibility but less stability. These relationships prioritise immediate tasks over enduring commitments.
Legal and economic obligations are evolving. Employers are cutting costs, such as healthcare and pensions, by classifying workers as “independent contractors”. This practice shifts financial risks onto workers, who often lack protections like sick leave, minimum wage, and retirement benefits. Gig workers frequently operate outside traditional labour laws, sparking debates over misclassification that create a regulatory...
