Staffing & Consulting Blog
Practical insights, tax strategies, and rate guides for US IT contractors, visa-holders, and recruiting teams.
Recruiter Commission Plan Sample: 3 Real-World Structures Explained
Browse three real-world recruiter commission plan samples. Learn how agency draws, desk splits, & progressive placement overrides work with actual numbers.
Do In-House Recruiters Get Commission? Internal vs Agency Recruiting Pay
Discover if in-house (internal) corporate recruiters get commission. Compare corporate recruiter salaries against agency commission models and desk fees.
OPT to H1B Transition: What Actually Changes in Your Paycheck
Moving from OPT to H1B status? Here's exactly what changes in your paycheck — FICA taxes, net pay, and what to expect from your first H1B check.
Prime Vendor vs Sub-Vendor: What's the Difference in an IT Staffing Chain?
Confused about prime vendors and sub-vendors in IT staffing? Here's exactly how each layer works, what they take, and how it affects your rate.
How to Negotiate a Higher Corp-to-Corp (C2C) Rate: A Consultant's Guide
Learn how to calculate and negotiate a higher Corp-to-Corp (C2C) billing rate. Avoid mid-vendor rate leakage and maximize your take-home pay.
Tax Deductions for C2C Contractors: Maximizing Your Net Income
Discover key tax deductions for Corp-to-Corp (C2C) consultants, including home office, QBI deductions, and S-Corp tax savings.