Why Mislabeling Jobs Are Damaging
Adriana R.
Business Process Consultant | Neurodiverse Business Ops & Systems Strategist | Tech Writer | Succession Planning Specialist| Documenting your processes today, so you can pass the torch tomorrow.
Some of you are employees disguised as business owners, and unfortunately, some companies will gladly take advantage of that.
You’re being asked to show up 40 hours a week at a set time, but still calling yourself an independent contractor.
Does that sound right to you?
Businesses that mislabel employees as “managers” to avoid paying overtime or withholding taxes are looking at contractors the same way.
On the other side of things, some of you may not even realize that you’re mislabeling your role, and that’s where the risk kicks in.
If your client gets audited and you’re mislabeled, it can become a big legal headache. As business owners and independent contractors, it’s our responsibility to know the difference between being an employee and a contractor.
It’s also our job to educate ourselves and ensure we’re being paid fairly and treated legally.
Don’t let anyone take advantage of you or misclassify your role for their benefit.
Know your rights, understand the rules, and don’t let anyone pull a fast one. Your business, and your peace of mind, depend on it.
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1 周Right, Adriana. If your working hours are picked for you and your daily duties are assigned, then you are definitely an employee, not an independent contractor.