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| Work Trends | Agent / Broker
An agent or broker typically sells or represents the products or services of other individuals or groups. Agents work to negotiate the value of the service or product on behalf of the client and get payment in return for these services. This payment, called a commission, is usually a percentage of the sales price for the goods or services. Brokers or agents may represent the services of a group such as the "talent pool", company or a single person. They have strong communication skills and ability to forge alliances.
Contracting
Company can choose to maintain only a skeleton of staff at their core and then contract with individuals to perform a full-time but time-specific role. Such employees get only salary without any benefits. A contract may be made for a few weeks up to a few years.
Like multi-trackers, contractors are confident in their skills and can adapt to different settings quickly. They can work from home.
Consulting
A consultant is similar to a contractor in some way. The difference is that a consultant may have contracts with a number of organizations at the same time, managing multiple projects. Consultants are used in any field where a specialized set of knowledge is required.
Consultants are sure they have skills that will enhance the value of others and know how to apply these to a given situation. They are confident, self-reliant and creative problem solvers.
Self-Employment
Term "self-employment" is typically referred a one-person operation. It means that individuals develop, market and deliver their products and/or services. Sometimes it is called the SOHO (single operator / home office). This is the most rapidly growing sector today.
This individual should be confident, determined and excellent self-manager; believe in his/her product or service 100%. These ventures can be risky enough.
Entrepreneurship
This option involves the highest level of financial risk but also the highest rewards. An individual owns and operates a business, employing others in the running of the business. The business can be based on scratch, purchase or a franchise. Common number of employees of these entrepreneurial ventures is fewer than 20.
Entrepreneurs are usually independent, and anxious for success.
Compare your strengths and interests with the needs of your fields of interest and you will be able to meet your career goals. Consider all types of trends to make the most of your career.
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