Top 3 Benefits of Being a 1099 Employee

At Spa Space, all of our expert estheticians and massage therapists are actually independent contractors, also known as freelancers or 1099 employees. While there are pros and cons to every employment classification, many professionals find the benefits of being an independent contractor quite compelling. 

#1: Independent Contractors Earn More on Average

One of the biggest differences with being a 1099 employee is freelancers and independent contractors manage their entire earnings in a way that is best for them.This is partially due to companies not withholding tax, unemployment benefits, and medicare from pay for contractors. Independent contractors, as self-employed individuals, may be eligible for tax deductions related to business expenses, which can lower taxes as well.

Similarly, Spa Space does not withhold any taxes from the money paid to our 1099 employees, and Spa Space does not withhold money associated with benefits provided to employees, including money related to workers compensation insurance because our freelance massage therapists are in business for themselves. Another perk, Spa Space members get paid in days, not weeks, because payment isn’t on the typical employee payroll cycle.

#2: A Freelance Massage Therapist Gains More Experience

Working as an independent contractor can help you get the necessary experience to improve yourself in a specific field. Without having a management team above you, 1099 employees are responsible for completing the designated job properly themselves, which can require contractors to develop skills much faster. 

The freelance massage therapists at Spa Space are able to choose how often they want to work, and exactly what services they’d like to offer, so our 1099 employees are able to build experience specific to their passions which excels professional growth and enhances their experience level. 

#3: You Are Your Own Boss As A 1099 Employee

As an independent contractor, or 1099 employee, you have complete control over your own schedule, choosing when, where, and how often you want to work. This means you’re able to take vacation whenever you’d like, without having to consult with a boss or superior first. You are your own boss, so you have a lot more flexibility when working. Along with deciding when you’ll work, 1099 employees also accept tasks on a case-by-case basis, deciding what you’d like to take on. Independent contractors may have deadlines to complete tasks, but as your own boss, you can allocate your time based on your own preference to get each task completed. Being your own boss can lead to a better work life balance for most freelance massage therapists. 

At Spa Space, members have complete control over their schedule, fueled by our spa booking software, our independent contractors are able to choose when and how often they will accept appointments. Our membership also provides freelance massage therapists the choice of picking where they would like to work. Our 1099 employees can choose to work at one spa location, or five, it's completely up to them. Another benefit of working as a Spa Space independent contractor, is the ability to create your own brand and experiment with marketing your services.

Curious about the potential of becoming a freelance massage therapist with Spa Space? Learn more about our brand and contact us today!