> Nobody can just jump in and add value immediately.
That depends on the project and how much domain knowledge the consultant/contractor has. I've certainly been able to contribute on day 1 on several of my gigs.
> I’ve met rich employees, founders, but not so much independent consultants.
May depend on the market, and what you mean by 'rich'. Consultants rarely get stock, but they often make out far better than employees. I've met very few employees that got anywhere near 'rich' but consultants in London (for example) can certainly become quite wealthy.
That depends on the project and how much domain knowledge the consultant/contractor has. I've certainly been able to contribute on day 1 on several of my gigs.
> I’ve met rich employees, founders, but not so much independent consultants.
May depend on the market, and what you mean by 'rich'. Consultants rarely get stock, but they often make out far better than employees. I've met very few employees that got anywhere near 'rich' but consultants in London (for example) can certainly become quite wealthy.