Training can include that provided by an experienced worker, requiring the worker to attend meetings, or by corresponding with the worker or other methods. An independent contractor usually uses his or her own methods and doesn't receive training from the purchaser of his or her services. This usually shows the individual is subject to control and direction, thus classifying him or her as an employee. This suggests control over an employee. If the business hires, pays, or supervises assistants to help the individual performing the services under contract, it suggests an employer-employee relationship.
Ongoing work suggests the worker is likely to be an employee.
An independent contractor usually sets their own work hours. Again, this indicates control over an employee. Of course, many properly classified independent contractors will work on the employer's premises. This indicates employee status. Whether written or oral, requiring regular reports usually suggests employee status.