Originally posted by WetBehindTheEars
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Originally posted by SizeZero View PostNational Service too which would last much longer than two weeks.Comment
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Well I think it sucks. Why not select those people who want (can afford) to do it and leave the rest of us to get on with trying to eke out a living.Comment
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Originally posted by WetBehindTheEars View PostWell I think it sucks. Why not select those people who want (can afford) to do it and leave the rest of us to get on with trying to eke out a living.Comment
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Originally posted by WetBehindTheEars View PostWell I think it sucks. Why not select those people who want (can afford) to do it and leave the rest of us to get on with trying to eke out a living.Comment
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Originally posted by WetBehindTheEars View PostWell I think it sucks. Why not select those people who want (can afford) to do it and leave the rest of us to get on with trying to eke out a living.
I think the point is for us contractors is to take out the correct insurance and hope the trial does not go on for to long ( so you do not lose the contract you are in which would be my main worry) -settiing this up now!
As a side issue, what would you do if you contract ended suddenly with the prospect of beening benched for months? Your issue seems to be with loosing income.Just call me Matron - Too many handbagsComment
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Originally posted by zara_backdog View PostCan't believe you mean that! I have to agree with ATW () on his reply there.Comment
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Originally posted by AtW View PostCareful here or you might get accused of being one of my fembots...Just call me Matron - Too many handbagsComment
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We've strayed away from my original question and some of my posts were not 100% serious.
Loss of income is not my biggest worry - although I do think it is hugely unfair and an outrage.
My worry is loss of contract. It's a very real fear and I'd say it would be very likely the client would look elsewhere. Too late for me I guess, but would insurance pay out for loss of contract?
If I lost my contract due to some other reason then I'd look for another one. If I couldn't find one PDQ then my situation would force me to go back permie or to look for work outside IT. I don't have provisions for much tme off. That is what I am working towards. I am being sensible with my money, but I'm new to this. Try and think back to when you started out. I'm working very hard to build up a sustainable business.
My current gig is great - good rate, 10 minutes from home, nice office, and interesting work. I worked hard to get it (3 interviews) why should that be taken away from me.Comment
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