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1099 vs. W-2 — Are You Classifying Your Staff Correctly?
28 minutes Posted Aug 5, 2026 at 3:24 pm.
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This week on Glazed Over, we're joined by Casey Melidoni and Brandon Berkley from ADP to tackle one of the most confusing topics for studio owners: when someone should be a 1099 contractor, a vendor, or a W-2 employee.

We break down real studio scenarios — from guest instructors and kiln technicians to seasonal staff — and discuss the legal, financial, and operational implications of each classification. We also cover the ABC test, contracts, insurance requirements, and why government agencies are paying closer attention to worker misclassification than ever before.

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