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Am I correct to say that contract situation in Sep 2013 is really bad?
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Originally posted by Supply and Command View PostI don't feel sorry for myself. But out of interest, what do you suggest I do exactly; I mean in practical terms, because I'm out of ideas.
Or move into an older technology that is still required by organizations, but the new kids aren't learning.
Do something which generally requires you to be on-site (or certainly in the same country). Do something which requires security clearance, which makes it harder to off-shore.
Do something which is higher up the food chain, which is less likely to be replaced.Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI hadn't really understood this 'pwned' expression until I read DirtyDog's post.Comment
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We often criticise the miners and other industries, who saw their work dry up and disappear, for not moving on and accepting the reality of the situation. Incidentally, I don't think the current market is anywhere near that bad, but you shouldn't expect to stay still and the work to come to you. If there are no contracts for your work, paying what you want, in a location that you want, then maybe you need to change some of those criteria.
What's your skillset? We might have a better idea what you could do to improve your chances.Comment
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Originally posted by Supply and Command View PostI get the sense that we are mostly surplus to requirements now, what with all the immigration and offshoring.
We are not wanted anymore; a generation (or two) on the scrapheap in favour of cheap foreign labour.
I wish we could establish separate enclaves, away from the older generations and their slaves, but I guess we're forced to continue living in this prison.
It will become apparent that it is a lower quality, less agile and more expensive option in due course.Comment
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Originally posted by Bunk View PostYou fallen victim to the 24 month / 40% rule yet?
Best get out now then.Comment
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Originally posted by NorthWestPerm2Contr View PostNot yet no - one more extension and I will have to stop claiming travel expenses.......
Best get out now then.Comment
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Acknowledging the thread has moved on since the OP, I have to agree the market for PM and Prog Mgr seem very difficult atm. I am at the Prog Mgr level and finding the usual numbers game when applying rather than getting a lot of calls incoming :/
Really looking into my approach. Will post a new thread once the moderators approve my new member postings.
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