Independent Contractors | Page 3

Apply the same vigorous checking process you would use for full-time hires.

In the early stages of a business, many founders prefer to engage independent contractors to perform services, as it allows the company to avoid implementing costly payroll processes.

30 million people - young and old, men and women, part-time and full-time -- work as freelancers or independent workers in America.

After Uber driver Chris Ortiz tweeted about driver safety, he was unceremoniously dumped by the company in a letter that called his statements 'hateful.'

Your business might be small, but its look and feel doesn't have to be. Hiring outside help is quick and effective.

Decide the best route to scale a professional-services consulting firm for growth and flexibility.

A serial entrepreneur shares his insights on creating an organization that rocks.

Some tasks don't require knowing fluent English and can be easily handled abroad.

For entrepreneurs, hiring is an essential function for their startup. A bad hire can lead to major headaches, while an amazing addition can help propel a company to the next level.

The Internal Revenue Service scrutinizes the use of contractors carefully, so don't let worker-classification rules trip you up or you could wind up extra taxes, penalties and interest. Here's how to avoid tax problems with 1099 workers.

Freelancers Union founder is elected to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Some small businesses may need to declare added income on their 2011 returns. Here's what you need to know if do business on eBay or Etsy.

Workers come in more varieties than ever. Use this advice to choose the best option for your business.

Compliance with the rules governing worker classifications can save you a lot of trouble down the road.