FTC vs Interim vs Freelance: How to Make the Right Hiring Decision
About this episode
This episode discusses the differences between FTC, interim, and freelance hiring, providing practical advice for marketing leaders and hiring managers.
The way businesses hire is changing. With tighter budgets, shifting priorities and increasing pressure to move quickly, many organisations are looking beyond permanent recruitment to find the skills they need. But when should you hire on a fixed-term contract? When does an interim specialist make more sense? And where do freelancers fit into the picture? In this episode of Stopgap Talks, Stopgap consultants Zoe Vannozzi and Lara break down the differences between FTC, interim and freelance hiring, helping marketing leaders and hiring managers understand which solution is right for different business challenges. Whether you're covering maternity leave, delivering a transformation project, scaling a team quickly or simply need specialist expertise, this episode provides practical advice to help you make confident hiring decisions. In this episode, we discuss: 🎧 The differences between FTC, interim and freelance roles—and when to use each 🎧 The advantages and challenges of every hiring option 🎧 Common misconceptions about flexible hiring 🎧 How businesses can access specialist skills without committing to permanent headcount 🎧 What marketing professionals should consider when…
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Hosts: Zoe Vannozzi, Lara
Topics covered
- hiring decisions
- fixed-term contracts
- interim specialists
- freelance hiring
- marketing leadership
- specialist skills
- recruitment strategies
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Organizations: Stopgap Recruitment
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