Independent contractors report on work progress as goals are met and when the job is finished. An employee is generally paid by the hour, week, or month. An independent contractor is usually paid by the job. An employee's business and travel expenses are generally paid by an employer. This shows that the employee is subject to regulation and control.
Independent contractors pay their own expenses.
Tools and materials. An employee is normally furnished significant tools, materials, and other equipment by an employer. Independent contractors provide their own tools. Profit or loss. Employees receive wages or salary whether or not the business makes a profit or loss.