tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7058786915356669476.post3823901264409507906..comments2024-03-27T08:57:40.383+00:00Comments on SOLO IP <br> for sole and small IP practices<br>: A temporary agency for IP professionals: prospects and problems?Filemothttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15735898485265104580noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7058786915356669476.post-78707264332044437752010-12-17T08:45:11.205+00:002010-12-17T08:45:11.205+00:00Dear Jeremy,
I am an independent IP practicioner i...Dear Jeremy,<br />I am an independent IP practicioner in Holland and a member of several 'networks' and interim-agencies. If independent IP practicioners are organized in a network (which is not always the case, as most prefer to work independently) the company running the network will add a percentage to the fee due (usually between 15 - 30 percent). For someone seeking services this way it is important to obtain more information about the practicioner in question, e.g. by Google-ing them or checking any recommendations they may have on LinkedIn. Always make sure they have a professional liability insurance (in Holland the standard coverage is between 500 k and 1 million EUR per event) and a VAR WUO declaration issued by the national tax authority (thereby ensuring the client will not become liable for any claims re. income tax or social security premiums for the practicioner). Lastly, communication is key, of course. 'Net-based' work can only be satisfactory (for both parties) if the topic is clearly defined or explained - e.g. by telephone or Skype. Short assignments or projects are a great way to test the waters.<br /> <br />Kind regards,<br />Meike de BoerM.J. de Boernoreply@blogger.com