Since you are an independent contractor there is little to no bonus structure or room for advancement. Pay totally depends on demand for service. For example, during Oct.-Jan.you can expect above average pay. It is back to school season, wedding season for Texas, Halloween, Thanksgiving,Christmas and New Years etc. Expect to be very busy during this time. However, you will have to become an expert at money management because over the summer, you won't be as busy. It may be due to clients going on vacation or doing more wash and go's due to the summer heat. Or wanting to go for less makeup because of the heat.
