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Independent Contractors- How did you get started? Are you in Instructional Designer? How do you define terms when there is a 1099?

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Independent Contractors- How did you get started? Are you in Instructional Designer? How do you define terms when there is a 1099?

There is a lot of background for this story- but Long story short I have been approached to join a team as an Independent contractor (1099) as an instructional designer. I have always thought that "Some Day" I would go out on my own as a freelancer. I didn't know that today might be the day. It is a great opportunity to test the water with even a possibility to be hired later in the year. But... How do I get started to make sure this opportunity gets off on the right foot? Any advice?

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  1. Anonymous

    First you are either a contractor or a potential employer. The two are extremely different in the approach. An employee looks to get great reviews, make their bonus and looks to be promoted. The independent contractor is an equal. Both company and contractor are business partners operating under the negotiated contract terms. A contractor makes their own hours, dictates their working conditions and invoices for their work not a paycheck. A contractor bills at a 3x rate. An employee gets benefits and earns their pto. The two have very different mindsets. A contractor looks to make their clients happy with their work so they can continue building their business, an employee wants to build a career.

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    I am looking to do the same thing (not instructional design, though), and from what I'm seeing, it is best to form an LLC or corporation to shield yourself and your personal property from liability claims. The laws vary from state to state, so the best way to find out how this may relate to your business is to Google "how to form an LLC [or corporation] in [your state]. This will guide you through the specific business licenses, etc., that are required.

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