Originally posted by Cyberman
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Try spending a year or so on the bench. Then you will feel motivated. 
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I think after a year on the bench I would feel even less motivated. I have too many interests that don't involve work.Originally posted by Cyberman View PostTry spending a year or so on the bench. Then you will feel motivated.Comment
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There's also the long term liability aspect to hiring permies.
I was talking to my old boss (and plan B co-conspirator) the other day and he said "I don't want employees ever again", because of all the hassles which get worse all the time.
Good news for contractors I suppose, but we don't want too many people going contract. I say employers should ditch the permies, but only hire contractors with at least 2 years 11 months contracting experience.Will work inside IR35. Or for food.Comment
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My client looks at me as a poor temp who can't get a proper job, they think I'll jump at the chance of becoming an employee... oh how little they know.
Science isn't about why, it's about why not. You ask: why is so much of our science dangerous? I say: why not marry safe science if you love it so much. In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out, because you are fired. - Cave JohnsonComment
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As mentioned at least twice on this thread the real cost of hiring a permie is a lot higher than just the salary plus the financial commitment is long term. Most people who look at contractors just see the rates, but they don't appreciate the risks, costs and negatives of being a contractor and the positives to clients of paying specialists for project duration work.
If nothing else we represent a full tax deductible expense to the clients so they can budget accurately within their project costs.Comment
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Originally posted by Pondlife View Post
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Rule #76: No excuses. Play like a champion.Comment
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