contracting vs. direct hire
guest: daniel oliver, software developer at radio systems corporation
- expect recruiters to ask about contracting early since contract to hire is now a normal part of the process
- going independent cuts out the middleman but means handling your own taxes, benefits and paid time off
- w2 through a staffing company is usually easier since they handle taxes and paperwork for you
- being a career contractor is not a red flag by itself, but talking about your next move during an interview is
- no job is fully guaranteed so dont avoid a contract role if its the kind of work you actually want to do