Play along with recruiters

If you're looking for a 1099 gig, one of the keys to success is getting in touch with prime PMs.

But it's often hard to identify them and make an introduction.

One way to get to them is to simply go through the job application process.

This involves applying for a job or agreeing to a phone screen with a recruiter, and then working your way through the interview process until you talk to a PM.

The thing is, recruiters are mostly incentivized to hire W2 employees, so if you say you're looking to go 1099 up front, they'll just shut you down even if the PM might be more flexible.

So if getting to a PM is your goal, I'd just play along as if you're willing to go W2. Once you get to the PM and they want to make you a job offer, you can pitch a 1099 arrangement.

Want the full playbook? Check out Going 1099.