You have a steady, full-time job, so why would you consider transitioning to Taskforce and giving up health insurance and retirement benefits? Well, the simplest answer is that life is short and you deserve more control over the time you have and the jobs you take. But if that seems too reductive, read on to discover the other advantages of Hospitality Taskforce and how the benefits to the contractor are equally beneficial to the hotels.
Flexibility in Time Off
One of the single greatest benefits of Taskforce is having the control to say yes or no to opportunities as they are presented to you – and how long you take off in between assignments. Many contractors will work for several months, but take off certain months of the year regularly. For example, you can inform your Taskforce company that you are available January through June but planning to take the summer off. The company will work around your availability and place you accordingly. Leave it to your Taskforce team to work out the details and match you with the right assignment; it’s better for the hotel and contractor to find the perfect match.
Location, Location, Location
Of course, fewer travel restrictions means more opportunities; however, you can provide regional requests. If you choose to work only on the East coast, for example, your Taskforce company can seek out opportunities that match your geographical requirements. On the other hand, some contractors specifically request remote assignments. Some hotels prefer contractors who are familiar with their region. The goal is to align these to so it’s mutually beneficial for all.
A Change Will Do You Good
Ever get restless with the same hotel, the same job, the same city, the same…everything? Taskforce allows people to take temporary assignments all over the country; your environment and responsibilities are changing on your schedule. Some contractors stay in placements for a while, but others enjoy two to three month assignments and then move on to something new. It benefits the hotels that only need people for short periods of time, and serves the contractors who thrive on change and new challenges.
Family Time
A great Taskforce company should negotiate your travel home every two to three weeks for time off. In some cases where your travel is over five hours, you may be able to request more time off every four weeks, or ask the hotel to fly your family to you. Many Taskforce contractors love the ability to have their family fly to new places. Your contract can include the hotel covering flight costs with your partner/spouse/child sharing your lodging, which means you’ll be onsite and taking less time to travel during your time off. In the best case scenario, you’re at a vacation resort, and your family benefits from special time in a place they’d normally not visit. Not all hotels do this for understandable reasons, but for the hotels that actually prefer this, it’s another mutual win for both parties.
Taxes
Ask your CPA about the tax benefits of transitioning to Taskforce. As a 1099 independent contractor, you are likely to have more tax deductions than as a full time employee. In fact, many are surprised by how much they benefit in the way of taxes when they switch to a 1099. Your tax consultant is the expert, so be sure to discuss your options with them.
At the end of the day, we can all agree that our dream job is loving what we do and actually having control over when we work and for how long. No matter what you call it, it’s about the joys and benefits of being self-employed and working on your own schedule. Not to mention, your flexible Taskforce career is exactly what many hotels need right now – a win-win for all!