Leading in the Gig Economy and Flexible Work Arrangements

In this Leading in the Gig Economy and Flexible Work Arrangements course, you’ll learn how to lead teams made up of both full-time employees and gig workers. As flexible work becomes more common, leadership strategies have to adapt to support different work styles and outcome-based roles.

Whether you’re hiring for a two-week project or building a long-term hybrid team, this course offers tools to help you lead with clarity and respect. With the right strategies in place, you can support a flexible workforce that delivers strong results and is ready to grow with your organization.

You’ll explore how to manage performance and build trust in flexible teams. You'll also learn how to integrate gig workers into your team smoothly. Even though they might only take part in short-term projects with you, helping them feel included with support and tools leads to better performance. Finally, you’ll explore your legal and ethical responsibilities when hiring gig workers, including proper classification and fair pay.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify how the gig economy is changing workplace structures and leadership expectations
• Apply strategies to integrate gig workers into your existing teams
• Address legal classifications and ethical treatment of gig workers
• Evaluate how flexibility contributes to long-term organizational growth