Tips For My First Contract Role

[TheFaQQer]

KUATB

It is only mentioned two posts above!

Neither the guide nor the guid are mentioned earlier, though

[northernladuk]

Neither the guide nor the guid are mentioned earlier, though

Shush pedant!!!

[rich2k]

Hi Guys,

I been in testing for the past 8 years, all permanent roles. Finally took the plunge and started applying for a contract role. Finally scored a role after searching and applying for over 3 months !!

Going in as a consultant is totally different compared to starting a new role as a permanent employee.

What I am looking for is any tips I can use going into the role?

I was in your position at the start of the year and have just signed my third extension.

The key to remember with most contracting roles is that you are in that position because your cv showcases to the employer that you are a 'safe' pair of testing hands who will be able to take forward the project that you are given.

The advice earlier in the thread about do something that a permie necessarily wouldnt do is essential, i like to do that extra bit and write plans and spreadsheet showcasing what you are going to do.

Good luck and enjoy!!

[SupaDoopa]

Thanks gents very much for all your input. I'll have a read of the first timers guide.

Working with two contractors in the current perm role, I have noticed they do go that extra mile and do bits I would not have thought, defo gonna bear that in mind for the future.

I think the documentation templates I am gonna 'borrow' from my current role may help with that.