Glossary
What exactly is a “workation”? Ever wondered who “permalancers” and “moonlighters” are?
Discover the key terms defining the New Work era.
Variable Workforce
[ˈvɛriəbl ˈwɜrkfɔrs]
A staffing model that includes a mix of full-time employees, part-time workers, freelancers, and temporary staff to meet fluctuating business demands.
Vertical Freelancing
[ˈvɜrtɪkl ˈfriːlænsɪŋ]
A freelancing approach where an individual focuses on offering specialized services within a specific industry or niche rather than providing a broad range of services across multiple industries.
Virtual Water Cooler
[ˈvɜrtʃuəl ˈwɔtər ˌkuːlər]
An online space for informal employee interaction
Work From Anywhere (WFA)
[wɜrk frʌm ˈɛniwɛr]
A remote work policy where workers are encouraged to work from anywhere in the world.
Work-For-Hire Agreement
[wɜrk fɔr haɪr əˈɡrimənt]
A contract transferring copyright or intellectual property rights to the employer
Workation or Workcation
[wərˈkeɪʃən]
A blend of "work" and "vacation," a working arrangement where individuals, particularly freelancers or remote employees, combine their professional responsibilities with a vacation.
Zero-Hour Contract
[ˈzɪroʊ ˈaʊər ˈkɒntrækt]
An employment agreement without guaranteed working hours
