Once an independent contractor is employed by an organization, they’re not allowed to accept gig work for other companies.
An independent contractor or contract worker appears similar to a traditional employee but is independent. They are hired for a temporary, fixed period — generally between three months and two years — or specified scope of work. Once an independent contractor is employed by an organization, they’re not allowed to accept gig work for other companies. This type of work is typically more well-suited for business and strategic roles, like finance, operations and HR, where it’s not atypical to work from the company’s location. Moreover, as the name suggests, a contract is signed by both parties before an independent contractor’s project or scope of work begins.