Consultant or Permanent? Pros and Cons

The healthcare staffing industry is growing. But is it really better to work as a consultant? Advantages of consulting: - Higher salary (often 30-50% more) - Schedule and location flexibility - Workplace variety - Broader experience Disadvantages: - No occupational pension from employer - Shorter assignments = uncertainty - Harder to build relationships - Often excluded from internal training There is no right answer – it depends on your life situation, priorities and what gives you energy.