At Pigtails & Crewcuts, we love making kids smile — and we also love making life easier for our stylists. If you’re considering joining a salon, here’s why being a W2 employee is a big win compared to being an independent contractor (1099).
We’re hiring now at our Augusta Road and Five Forks locations — Full-time, Part-time, or Saturday-only
W2 vs 1099: What You Need to Know
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Feature |
W2 Employee |
1099 Independent Contractor |
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Overtime Eligibility |
✅ Paid for overtime hours |
❌ Not eligible |
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Tip Tax Exemption (Big Beautiful Act) |
✅ Up to $25,000 tips tax-free annually |
❌ Limited to net income from business; may not fully benefit |
|
Self-Employment Tax |
❌ Not responsible; employer withholds payroll taxes |
✅ Responsible for both employee and employer portions (Social Security + Medicare) |
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Marketing/Clients |
✅ Employer provides clients; you focus on styling |
❌ Must find own clients and manage scheduling |
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Tax Prep |
✅ Simple; employer handles W2 reporting |
❌ Must file quarterly estimated taxes; more complicated |
Why W2 is Better at Pigtails & Crewcuts
Keep More of Your Tips: Up to $25,000 tax-free under the Big Beautiful Act
Overtime Paid Properly: W2 employees receive full overtime compensation.
Less Tax Headache: Employer handles all payroll taxes and reporting
No Marketing Stress:
We bring the clients to you — you focus on what you love: styling kids’ hair.
Career Perks:
- Reliable paychecks
- Training
- Employee discounts
- Equipment provided
- A supportive team culture.
💇♀️ Ready to join the Pigtails & Crewcuts family?
We’re hiring at:
Apply today and see how W2 employment with the Big Beautiful Act makes your career easier, more profitable, and more fun!