[u_wot_m8]

From what I've seen the best hiring process seems to be Automattic's. They do a short interview over chat then give them a project if they pass the interview where they pay them $25/hr and then evaluate at the end. Minimal time wasted for both parties.

[shawn-butler]

The 1099 paperwork burden must be a headache.

[agildehaus]

Don't need to file 1099s if under $600.