What is a Contractor?

Chances are that at some point in your life you hired a contractor or contract worker, but what does the word mean exactly? As part of our Video Dictionary series, this short animation provides you with a concise description of the economic term.

About The Gig Economist:

Freelancing, self-employment, portfolio careers, and the gig economy are terms often heard but rarely understood. The Gig Economist explores both the theory behind them and the lived reality, while trying to bring freelancers and clients on the same level so that their work relationships can be truly successful.
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