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Originally posted by thunderlizard View PostStrictly speaking, I think yes. But it would only be a very minor indicator. It's not like you have to wear a uniform or anything.
in the same way that billionaires are always more casually dressed than their chauffeurs.
They do dress more casually but in clothes worth 100's of pounds more.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Jeans are for weekends and not for the workplace imho unless you are working on a building site, which I would guess for the average IT contractor is not the case. Dress smart, create a professional image of yourself and act professional. Same thing, women wearing flip flops in the office should not be allowed.______________________
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Originally posted by kaiser78 View PostJeans are for weekends and not for the workplace imho unless you are working on a building site, which I would guess for the average IT contractor is not the case. Dress smart, create a professional image of yourself and act professional. Same thing, women wearing flip flops in the office should not be allowed.
Fit lasses must walk absolutely naked.
Munters must wear full burkhas.
Think it might be a vote winner.Comment
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Originally posted by malvolio View PostRule #3 of Contracting:
Contractors are always better dressed than permies.Comment
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Originally posted by v8gaz View PostGosh, Mal, you must work for some right scruffy gitsBlog? What blog...?Comment
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Originally posted by kingcook View PostIn all my previous contracts, i've tended to wear what the hell i like (jeans, t-shirts, trainers).
In my latest (new) contract, it has been suggested that i should be wearing smart business attire like others (permies and contractors) at client co.
I don't really feel comfortable with being "told" what to wear, but this isn't a deal breaker. What i'm concerned about is how this looks from an IR35 POV.
Could this be classed as direction and control? Just wondering what other people's thoughts are on this?Comment
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I have my suits made for me due to the fact that I know how a gentleman's suit is made compared to the crap that comes off the peg in the high street. However as soon as I walk on site and know that I am shaming even my boss, I dress down to smart jeans and a blazer (still tailored) and most of the time the client is happy. Then when I have to do the "power" meetings I can step up a gear and people notice a difference.Comment
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If you find suit & tie strangles you, at least wear a nice shirt and trousers... posh jeans even if they aren't bright blue.
I hate the feeling of wearing a tie but these days that is not considered as essential to look smart, especially if you have a jacket.Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishingComment
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