Contractor (Definition in Remote and Global Work)
A contractor is a self-employed individual or business that provides services to a client under a contract.
What Is a Contractor?
Contractors are not employees; they typically manage their own taxes, benefits, and tools while delivering services to one or more clients.
Key Traits
- Self-managed work and schedule
- Paid per project or hourly
- No employee benefits from the client
- Greater autonomy but less stability
Common Use Cases
- Specialized short-term projects
- Freelance design and development
- Consulting engagements
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