In general, are FTEs allowed to freelance on the side? I imagine it’s agency specific but just thought I’d ask

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You sometimes can but 1) have to disclose it to your employer and 2) (obviously) cannot work on anything even remotely close to a conflict. Check your contract.

Got it - makes sense. Thank you!

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