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Four-day workweek - your preference (mo-th / tu-fr)
If you were forced / able to choose work days for a four-day workweek which would you choose; Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday and why?- constructor
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Switching technologies (Java <-> .NET) - worth it? / dangers?
Thanks for the input. SueEllen: This is a concern depending on the time spent on either technology and not with the other. fool: Good advice. I have thought about that but do not see myself primarily as a JavaScript developer -- at least for now -- although I would like to spend more time on...- constructor
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Switching technologies (Java <-> .NET) - worth it? / dangers?
What would be your advice on switching technologies, e.g. from Java to .NET or vice versa, via permie role in order to boost your contracting opportunities in the future? The main target would be web development contracts. Scenario: The assumption here is that you have zero to negligible...- constructor
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Minimum rate increase (%) to leave current / soon-to-renew contract?
Excuse me for the rebump but to answer dmo's question (better late than never): I took the convenient route at the time i.e. stayed on the "current" contract. I can't remember the ultimate deciding factor(s) but the ones listed above (work content, people, facilities, commute) together with high...- constructor
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Minimum rate increase (%) to leave current / soon-to-renew contract?
Scoi: Commute would very likely be longer. Type of work and contract length are still open. Ditto on your last sentence. northernladuk: You're reading my mind. Very sound advice. I've nailed the rate justification bit on this gig but haven't been pressing a rate increase as my value has grown...- constructor
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Minimum rate increase (%) to leave current / soon-to-renew contract?
What would be your current minimum rate increase -- percentagewise (any, 5%, 10%, 20%, 30%, more) -- that you would consider leaving your current and/or soon-to-renew contract? What factors would play into it in your case? I'm contemplating my choices hence I'd like to hear your thoughts on...- constructor
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