To leave or not leave, that is the question!

[Gordon Gecko]

Thanks for the advice. Some really good points to consider.....

[ratewhore]

The actual problem is that your contract is based on inputs (time), but the client perceives the value of your contribution based on outputs.

I generally find clients want your time even though you are contracted to deliver services (or deliver products of some sort in reality).

Comes down to clients not understanding the nature of contractors and what they are there for...

[Dow Jones]

Impressed!

XLM, you are wasted on this forum mate!

[XLMonkey]

I think you're making the classic mistake of mistaking time for value. Just because you aren't busy at the moment, doesn't mean that the client doesn't value having you around/available. The amount of time it takes you to do the work does not equal the amount of value the client receives.

The actual problem is that your contract is based on inputs (time), but the client perceives the value of your contribution based on outputs.

My advice? Get used to it - find something productive to do with your extra time, be grateful, don't forget to keep a sharp eye out for the next opportunity.

[ratewhore]

Find a new gig - offer call-off to existing client.

[malvolio]

Not an option really. I need to be on-site 8am-6pm, which makes it even more frustrating.

Get a laptop and a 3G card. Find a second client who wants a test plan written. You're on a PWD, I assume, so hours worked don't matter, as long as the current client has real work for you to do to keep you out of the dreaded MOO criteria.

[Gordon Gecko]

Work from home more....

Not an option really. I need to be on-site 8am-6pm, which makes it even more frustrating.

[Troll]

Work from home more....

[Gordon Gecko]

Maybe you are right. I think I can be overly honest sometimes. (Unlike my namesake!).

[oracleslave]

Anyone else found themselves in this position?

Am taking the cash and having a relatively easy time for now. Have a look and see what else is about in the meantime.

[Bumfluff]

I am currently 1 year into a role as Programme Test Manager for a major financial organisation. My contract has been extended until May 08. All well so far..... however, I have already scoped out and managed all of the testing to date with only negligible amount left to do. Herein lies the problem.....

I really don't see myself adding a huge amount of value between now and May (maybe even longer as the 'go-live' dates are likely to move to Sept/Oct). The client is adamant that they need me but at the moment, I am doing 2 hours work max per day but billing for a full day.

So, do I;

A- Keep taking the cash whilst slowly dying of boredom or
B- Look for something else more interesting.

Anyone else found themselves in this position?

Stay milk them for 6 months then bugger off, use the 6months to chill a bit and update your skills

[Gordon Gecko]

I am currently 1 year into a role as Programme Test Manager for a major financial organisation. My contract has been extended until May 08. All well so far..... however, I have already scoped out and managed all of the testing to date with only negligible amount left to do. Herein lies the problem.....

I really don't see myself adding a huge amount of value between now and May (maybe even longer as the 'go-live' dates are likely to move to Sept/Oct). The client is adamant that they need me but at the moment, I am doing 2 hours work max per day but billing for a full day.

So, do I;

A- Keep taking the cash whilst slowly dying of boredom or
B- Look for something else more interesting.

Anyone else found themselves in this position?