Originally posted by Danny495
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Anybody else just sick of contracting?
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Originally posted by nomadd View PostStill living in denial, eh, Frank.The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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Originally posted by MrMarkyMark View PostWhat else is there to spend your money on
Fast cars.
New tech kit that you don't need.
Back on topic. I've worked at home approx. 50% of the time these past few years. Been an absolute joy to be at home when I like - I pretty much pick and choose my days - and then be able to go into the office to socialize (in a professional sense).
Anyway what happened to the OP. Hope Olly got over this hump.Comment
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I've got no problem with contracting....the problem I have is being a target for government's who see the likes of us a s a cash cow ripe for milking - or slaughter!Rule Number 1 - Assuming that you have a valid contract in place always try to get your poo onto your timesheet, provided that the timesheet is valid for your current contract and covers the period of time that you are billing for.
I preferred version 1!Comment
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My main beef with contracting has been the Banks I've been working for are not prepared to give significant responsibility to non-permie staff (regardless of how quickly they turn over their permie staff...). It's understandable, of course, but I find myself repeatedly working for people who just don't understand the business area or the subject matter in question, and that can be very frustrating.
The uncertainty niggles me a bit, but I guess 5 years without any time on the bench and never having to commute more than I did as a permie mean I shouldn't get too worked up about this.Comment
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Originally posted by Lambert Simnel View PostMy main beef with contracting has been the Banks I've been working for are not prepared to give significant responsibility to non-permie staff (regardless of how quickly they turn over their permie staff...). It's understandable, of course, but I find myself repeatedly working for people who just don't understand the business area or the subject matter in question, and that can be very frustrating.
The uncertainty niggles me a bit, but I guess 5 years without any time on the bench and never having to commute more than I did as a permie mean I shouldn't get too worked up about this.The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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Originally posted by LondonManc View PostYep, probably the mildest grumble of the thread, no question about it. Carry on, keep billing.Comment
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Originally posted by Lambert Simnel View PostYeah, people have often said I'm special, in my own particular way...The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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Originally posted by LondonManc View PostNot at all, I can see where you're coming from but I'm surprised it's a reason to give up on contracting.The Chunt of Chunts.Comment
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Originally posted by MrMarkyMark View PostFunny.....I have been given plenty of responsibilities at Investment banks'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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