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Thanks for the all the postive waves guys ;O)
The problem with contracting is when your not working, just feels wrong - would have been better if the time off was nearer fringe time, then I would not have cared!
Already the phone rings..."Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
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Personally I found dealing with agents on a daily basis the most depressing thing about being benched. Last time was 5 weeks between contracts so not too bad.
Hope you find something soon.It is better to be silent and thought of a fool, than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt.Comment
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Originally posted by NetworkNinja View PostPersonally I found dealing with agents on a daily basis the most depressing thing about being benched.
Agents make me feel like that.Comment
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Originally posted by scooterscot View PostJust learnt no re-newal this time. End of next week I'm looking for the first time in nearly 4 years...
Better make a start.Comment
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Originally posted by thunderlizard View PostYou've worked 4 years straight and the first thing you want to do is more work? Are you nuts?"Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
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At least you can enjoy the weather and time with your familyDon't ask Beaker. He's just another muppet.Comment
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Sorry to hear the bench duties are being dished out.
However the summer is not the worst time to be benched. Even if you don't get out for 8 weeks you can hardly say its a pita!Comment
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Originally posted by scooterscot View PostJust learnt no re-newal this time. End of next week I'm looking for the first time in nearly 4 years...
Better make a start.Comment
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