Inquiry: Could you please explain what distinguishes an outside consultant from a regular part-time employee and the variation in tax consequences, if any? Response: You have asked an interesting ...

"Case in Point" author Marc Cosentino says consulting job candidates need to focus on confidence, communication, and creative ideas.

Workers are "job hugging," or clinging to their jobs "for dear life," according to consultants. They may be nervous to move to new opportunities in the current labor market. Employers have also pulled ...