Microtask platforms recruit humans to do the rating, tagging, review-writing, and poll-taking work that can’t quite be automated with an algorithm yet. In the US, the most common such platform is ...

Some micro jobs don’t pay much, but they also don’t typically take much time to complete. These jobs can be ideal for those looking to earn money with a side gig during short free periods within an ...

At first glance, Microsoft's proposal to fill employees' spare time with small tasks seems like a boon for workplace productivity. Don't be fooled, Brien warns. I recently read a fascinating article ...