> The only advantage to freelancing that I can see is the flexibility to work less than 40 hour weeks, or take more time off than vacation time you're allotted.

> The only advantage to freelancing that I can see is the flexibility to work less than 40 hour weeks, or take more time off than vacation time you're allotted. I've been doing contract work exclusively for the past 9 years now and this is exactly why I continue with contract arrangements. If I could find a "permanent" position with flexibility like this I would likely consider transitioning away from contract work.