The gig economy now comprises about 34% of the US workforce, but is expected to be 43% of the US workforce by 2020, according to an Intuit report. Consulting firm McKinsey says the US has about 68 million freelancers. CNNMoney (5/24)
What CEOs look for in a CHRO CEOs want chief HR officers who can find and grow talent, make the business more efficient and help manage the executive team, writes Marc Effron. "Functionally narrow" CHROs, by contrast, are not in demand. ERE Media (5/23)
Long-tailed macaques in Indonesia are stealing valuable items, including cash, glasses and cameras, from tourists and are forcing people to leave food and treats to get belongings returned. Primatologist Fany Brotcorne says the animals pass the skill to offspring; the behavior had been thought to be exclusive to humans. New Scientist (free content) (5/25)
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