I have worked for the same employer as both hourly consultant and salaried employee. I saw much more restraint on their part when hours were being counted. On

I have worked for the same employer as both hourly consultant and salaried employee. I saw much more restraint on their part when hours were being counted. On the other hand I am now able to push salary aspect in my favor (ie rely on same salary even if I have to take time off for child’s illness, for example)