<prompt> Human: I have been a contractor for this company, paying my own taxes, insurance, retirement, etc. We are in negotiations of me becoming an actual employee. I have no idea how much of a pay-cut equals or is common practice to make up for what the company will be paying out in benefits. Does anyone have an idea?Thanks!  <response>: Way more specifics are needed. Break down what you pay now, and then break down the employers benefit package. Your question is roughly like: Which should I get, a motor-home or motorcycle? Well, it depends what the context is. 