Manager has just swaggered round the office handing out those grubby perforated edge envelope things they put in Sunday paper's supplements. You'd swear they all got golden tickets and not another 50 quid net per month! Bloke next to me has already got the calculator out to see how much more debt he can buy....
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The permies are quids in!
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Ah bless, its that time of year when contractors start to question why they arent permies aye
I gots me a nice large bonus...which makes my bloated salary and perks worth while
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my bonus is every week, getting paid contractor money.Originally posted by MailmanAh bless, its that time of year when contractors start to question why they arent permies aye
I gots me a nice large bonus...which makes my bloated salary and perks worth while
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No bonuses here. They even have to pay Scarlet Jack the coalminer some money for the privelege of negotiating their 2.3% !!!Originally posted by MailmanAh bless, its that time of year when contractors start to question why they arent permies aye
I gots me a nice large bonus...which makes my bloated salary and perks worth while
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I got a contract rise, and was asked how much I wanted !!SA says;
Well you looked so stylish I thought you batted for the other camp - thats like the ultimate compliment!
I couldn't imagine you ever having a hair out of place!
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You talking about the bonus you get from Mrs Palmer?Originally posted by el dudermy bonus is every week,
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Aye ONOriginally posted by One NihilistNo bonuses here. They even have to pay Scarlet Jack the coalminer some money for the privelege of negotiating their 2.3% !!!
Whereabouts in Scotia are you ?
And is that picture really you - if so you are cordially invited for a game of polo at the Pruffock Mansions.Comment
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Recently secured a 6 month extension - rate as before. Will take me to almost 2 years with this client though.Rule #76: No excuses. Play like a champion.Comment
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Hello Xen, where have you been hiding?Originally posted by XenophonRecently secured a 6 month extension - rate as before. Will take me to almost 2 years with this client though.I am not qualified to give the above advice!
The original point and click interface by
Smith and Wesson.
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'She' looks a bit moody to me, Alf.Originally posted by AlfredJPruffockAye ON
Whereabouts in Scotia are you ?
And is that picture really you - if so you are cordially invited for a game of polo at the Pruffock Mansions.Rule #76: No excuses. Play like a champion.Comment
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