The Rise of Europe’s Independent Professionals: But Why the Reluctance to Embrace Them? - Business Law Review View The Rise of Europe’s Independent Professionals: But Why the Reluctance to Embrace Them? by - Business Law Review The Rise of Europe’s Independent Professionals: But Why the Reluctance to Embrace Them? 35 3

This article addresses, on the basis of European-wide research, whether society accepts that independent professionals (iPros), working as an increasing proportion of the workforce, are not only legitimate but add any value. Are they self-reliant? Should iPros themselves (and their professional bodies) clarify who, precisely, they are, what defines them, what are their priorities and needs and how best those are met.

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