How hard is it to move from freelance to full time in an agency? Chatting about a freelance strategist position at R/GA but don’t really want to give up the benefits of full time

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At the moment, a lot harder.

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Ask if it’s for contract (project-based) or for a new client.

If it’s contract for a specific project, then it’s highly unlikely that it will turn into anything permanent. If it’s to get a body in while they look for a full time person, then it is much more likely.

When I work with a great freelancer , I fight hard to get them hired. If you out perform other team members, anything is fair game.

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It's like a vampire. You have to be invited in.

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If you have good benefits keep them.

Don’t go to RGA....

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