An employee may be trained to perform services in a particular manner. Independent contractors ordinarily use their own methods and receive no training from the purchasers of their services. Independent contractors come to the job fully trained and ready to go. An employee's services are usually integrated into the institution operations because the services are important to the success or continuation of the institution. This shows that the employee is subject to direction and control.
Independent contractors provide peripheral services independent of the business operation.
Services rendered personally. An employee renders services personally. This shows that the employer is interested in the methods as well as the results. Independent contractors may send substitutes. An employee works for an employer who hires, supervises, and pays workers.