I've had the one where I've been put forward for a gig at a client I've worked at before. They've invited me in, and then been faced with some smart-arse who tries to say I've not worked their before. OK I may be on CUK a lot, so maybe should say 'billed' instead on 'worked'.
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Insanity: repeating the same actions, but expecting different results.
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Originally posted by threaded View PostI've had the one where I've been put forward for a gig at a client I've worked at before. They've invited me in, and then been faced with some smart-arse who tries to say I've not worked their before. OK I may be on CUK a lot, so maybe should say 'billed' instead on 'worked'.Behold the warranty -- the bold print giveth and the fine print taketh away.Comment
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A five year gig can easily become a six year gig.
By the way, some places do check references. I have just completed a couple for past colleagues.Comment
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Originally posted by OrangeHopper View PostA five year gig can easily become a six year gig.
By the way, some places do check references. I have just completed a couple for past colleagues.
I get bored after 5 months!I'm sorry, but I'll make no apologies for this
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Originally posted by Pogle View Post5 year gig!
I get bored after 5 months!Comment
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Originally posted by Pogle View Post5 year gig!
I get bored after 5 months!
One of the joys of contracting for me was an escape from the crushing tedium of working at the same company doing the same crap day in day out with no end in sight.
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I would tend to agree. I generally only usually stick around for at most a couple of years. However, when you have experienced a longish period on the bench, you may be tempted to stick with something longer thereafter. Particularly if the work is sufficiently varied. Oh, plus I was able to work from home for three days of the week!Comment
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