It's a question that may have something to do with how successful you are. In an informal survey of home-based workers, a corporate image consultant recently found that those who dress well when they work stay more focused and do their jobs better. You MUST have skills listed for your name to come up when employers post projects. No skills, no match. And while you're at it, here are some more tips for creating an e.portfolio that will impress.
Proper classification is one of the biggest issues facing both free agents and employers.
Getting it wrong can have serious consequences for both parties in terms of wages, benefits and taxes. In this case, it was the second time a judge ruled that King County improperly labeled employees as free agents to avoid giving them benefits. Earlier this year, Microsoft announced it would change its free agent employment practices after it lost a similar court battle. Read more about the King County case. And find out more about the rules governing who qualifies as a free agent.