From the course: Hiring Contract Employees
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Next steps
By now you should have a high-level understanding of the benefits and risk associated with managing independent contractors as well as the legalities. To conclude, here are four of the essential steps you should take now. Number one: take a look at your current independent contractor relationships to determine if there may be a misclassification issue. Number two: take a checklist approach in making the determination if you have an independent contractor or not. Number three: consider the risk exposure that may be associated with a misclassification. And last, if you have any doubt, speak with Human Resources or your attorney. If you would like to learn more, I would start by checking out the IRS page on this subject. And connect with me on LinkedIn. I like to hear how this course helped you make a determination as to independent contractor status. You can also let me know if you have any questions. And remember, if it walks like an employee and it talks like an employee, chances are…
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