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I’d counter with invoicing on 14-day terms for the whole contract. That gives the agency less admin than weekly payments but keeps the amount they owe you at a more manageable level.
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Hiring a subcontractor abroad using EOR, AOR, or B2B?
I run a small UK consultancy through my Ltd and have recently picked up more client work than I can comfortably handle alone. I've collaborated with someone based in the US on a couple of smaller projects before, and they did a great job, so I'm considering bringing them in for this new project. It...
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The paid leave, pension, holiday, and not having to worry about an extension all have a real value, especially if you’re planning a family soon.
The main thing I’d check is whether the 16 weeks apply from day one or have a qualifying period. Get the exact policy in writing before d...
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I’d say it’s worth doing if Azure roles keep coming up in your job search. The cert won’t replace hands-on experience, but it can help get you through the first screening stage.
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LinkedIn is really a story for itself, everyone has great opportunities reaching out to you, but in the end, it ends up being a waste of time if you give everyone a chance....
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I really wonder if this system is actually sustainable, and for how long we will have to put up with it? Or will we all be again part of the EU?
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For contracting, I think the main thing is still: short profile, key skills near the top, then recent roles with clear project details, and outcomes. Two or three pages are fine if the experience is relevant. I wouldn’t change a format that has worked for 20 years just because Canva-style templates...
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Mostly ChatGPT and Copilot for me. I've tried Claude as well, but I wasn't quite as impressed as the rest of the community. That said, It really depends on what you're actually using these tools for.
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