With only 6 weeks until my 6 month contract ends my boss has mentioned that they will extend me until the end of February. I can't help feeling that, as Christmas is on its way and I'm in holiday for a week between then and New Year is to give them time to replace me. I have not refused, just said that it's ok, "Ok! " I chirpily replied, but I hate the role and having been told the next 6 weeks will consist of monotonous data management I really want out. Should I come clean and say I don't want to be extended even though I am not due to finish until mid January? Or should I say nothing and start looking now in the hope that something comes up before my contract comes through? I feel a bit guilty as I know that leaving early would cause problems at a very busy time and they would be annoyed but at the same time I want to get out and find a contract I like better with a team that works together rather than against each other.
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Notice of early renewal nearly 2 months early but for only a 6 week contract!
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I want to get out and find a contract I like better with a team that works together rather than against each other.The Chunt of Chunts. -
Originally posted by ziggystardust View PostWith only 6 weeks until my 6 month contract ends my boss has mentioned that they will extend me until the end of February. I can't help feeling that, as Christmas is on its way and I'm in holiday for a week between then and New Year is to give them time to replace me. I have not refused, just said that it's ok, "Ok! " I chirpily replied, but I hate the role and having been told the next 6 weeks will consist of monotonous data management I really want out. Should I come clean and say I don't want to be extended even though I am not due to finish until mid January? Or should I say nothing and start looking now in the hope that something comes up before my contract comes through? I feel a bit guilty as I know that leaving early would cause problems at a very busy time and they would be annoyed but at the same time I want to get out and find a contract I like better with a team that works together rather than against each other.
"Nearly 2 months early" or 6 weeks, less a week that you are off for Christmas.
So, 5 weeks of work before your contract finishes, you don't want it extended, but you've already said "OK" to them.
I'm slightly confused here, sounds like a moast to me.…Maybe we ain’t that young anymoreComment
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Originally posted by ziggystardust View PostWith only 6 weeks until my 6 month contract ends my boss has mentioned that they will extend me until the end of February. I can't help feeling that, as Christmas is on its way and I'm in holiday for a week between then and New Year is to give them time to replace me. I have not refused, just said that it's ok, "Ok! " I chirpily replied, but I hate the role and having been told the next 6 weeks will consist of monotonous data management I really want out. Should I come clean and say I don't want to be extended even though I am not due to finish until mid January? Or should I say nothing and start looking now in the hope that something comes up before my contract comes through? I feel a bit guilty as I know that leaving early would cause problems at a very busy time and they would be annoyed but at the same time I want to get out and find a contract I like better with a team that works together rather than against each other.Comment
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Originally posted by mdhd View PostWhy not stick with them and help them out. Might not sound very exciting but will prove that you are dependable. Let's say you get another renew to do the same monotonous work, then you can turn around and say "Sorry".I'm a smug bastard.Comment
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Part of the benefit of contracting is to be more flexible when it comes to work. If you don't like it's don't so it. Plenty of other gigs out there. If you want to cash then take a deep breath and see it through. Not really anything for us to do except wonder why you are telling us and not mumsnet.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Originally posted by ziggystardust View Post1. .. is to give them time to replace me..
2. ..but I hate the role..
3. ..I feel a bit guilty as I know that leaving early would cause problems at a very busy time and they would be annoyed..
2. Then reject the offer of the renewal.
3. They will give no consideration to you being "annoyed" due to 1. . So you should give no consideration to them being annoyed at 3.
Guilt is for wimps. Are you a contractor rat or a permatemp mouse?Comment
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Originally posted by ziggystardust View PostWith only 6 weeks until my 6 month contract ends my boss has mentioned that they will extend me until the end of February. I can't help feeling that, as Christmas is on its way and I'm in holiday for a week between then and New Year is to give them time to replace me. I have not refused, just said that it's ok, "Ok! " I chirpily replied, but I hate the role and having been told the next 6 weeks will consist of monotonous data management I really want out. Should I come clean and say I don't want to be extended even though I am not due to finish until mid January? Or should I say nothing and start looking now in the hope that something comes up before my contract comes through? I feel a bit guilty as I know that leaving early would cause problems at a very busy time and they would be annoyed but at the same time I want to get out and find a contract I like better with a team that works together rather than against each other.I couldn't give two fornicators! Yes, really!Comment
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Originally posted by mdhd View PostWhy not stick with them and help them out. Might not sound very exciting but will prove that you are dependable. Let's say you get another renew to do the same monotonous work, then you can turn around and say "Sorry".Comment
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Originally posted by ziggystardust View PostPlus one month's extension isn't great to do this tulip work when I could get 3-6 months elsewhere doing something better. ..Comment
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