Personality as an asset

One of the nice parts about going 1099 is that you can be yourself and not have the pressure of conforming to a corporate culture.

Because you're a bit of an oddball to a prime, they don't particularly care that you have your quirks as long as you're delivering for the client.

I also find that government clients find it refreshing. There are so many contractor drones running around trying to impress them that anyone with a semblance of authenticty has an inherent advantage in the client relationship.

You may find your personality clashes with a few characters. That's okay. Don't force it. Just find another project if the clash becomes too serious.

Be yourself.

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