Has anyone worked as an independent contractor, still doing the same role but not technically as an employee? Pros/cons of this move?

Background: Moving out of the US to another country and still want to keep my team/not cause too many hiccups in day to day life (billing, utilization, etc.).

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Pros: you can charge a higher per diem and decide what to do with your time
Cons: they may choose not to use you so your “job security” is out the window . Also usually you don’t qualify for bonus

I’m w2 contractor, it’s great. Work 20-30 hours per week and make same money as working 40-60 hours at Accenture.

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I did it, I’m a contractor now and I prefer it. But you sacrifice a clear path to “promotion”. Your growth is stunted and will just get the same projects month to month. I plan to retire early at 42 so this doesn’t bother me.

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