IT issues - unable to access end client network

[SueEllen]

No it can't. The title and a 2 second scan will prove this isn't the case.

If it's 'weird' that others are being nice why I am the butt-face grinch by acting normally? And to be fair, if the OP takes the point on board and posts his questions in the right place next time he'll be better of. So as usual, very badly put but still good advice at the end of the day.

It's only because I couldn't be bothered to ask about gladiators and find a nice YouTube link -

[vetran]

I've never clicked into that board; i just assumed it was where NLyUK touted for clients...

you obviously haven't had the displeasure with NLyUK! Its far from a light touch.

[northernladuk]

You do realise that on most special-interest forums, "general" is for general issues on that topic that don't fit neatly into one of the other sub-sections? ContractorUK -> General can easily be assumed to be general contracting questions, especially when there is a board called "light relief".

Something weird is going on and other members are being nice to a newbie, maybe you should try it instead of being such a butt-faced grinch?

No it can't. The title and a 2 second scan will prove this isn't the case.

If it's 'weird' that others are being nice why I am the butt-face grinch by acting normally? And to be fair, if the OP takes the point on board and posts his questions in the right place next time he'll be better of. So as usual, very badly put but still good advice at the end of the day.

[Paralytic]

especially when there is a board called "light relief".

I've never clicked into that board; i just assumed it was where NLyUK touted for clients...

[d000hg]

Did you put as much effort in to fixing your IT problems as you did researching the best place for your post? That could be the issue.

You do realise that on most special-interest forums, "general" is for general issues on that topic that don't fit neatly into one of the other sub-sections? ContractorUK -> General can easily be assumed to be general contracting questions, especially when there is a board called "light relief".

Something weird is going on and other members are being nice to a newbie, maybe you should try it instead of being such a butt-faced grinch?

[Gibbon]

Two years? Cripes I'm bored stiff and climbing the walls after 12 months.

Me too, but a few renewals looks good on the first gig. Anyway if you're that bored you could put some effort in on that macro!

[ladymuck]

Nice one! Also a short period of not invoicing is nothing compared to long term client relationship, cos that's what keeps the money coming in. Happened to me many times for various reasons. Also, IMHO, don't stay too long, 2 years in start looking for another client, i.e. get more than one satisfied client on your CV. Returning clients even better.

Two years? Cripes I'm bored stiff and climbing the walls after 12 months.

[Gibbon]

Thanks - yes I've done that and am busy working on some non-confi work to enable me to continue working .

Nice one! Also a short period of not invoicing is nothing compared to long term client relationship, cos that's what keeps the money coming in. Happened to me many times for various reasons. Also, IMHO, don't stay too long, 2 years in start looking for another client, i.e. get more than one satisfied client on your CV. Returning clients even better.

[cojak]

Thanks - yes I've done that and am busy working on some non-confi work to enable me to continue working .

Excellent! Keep up with the proactive, get-up-and-go, can-do attitude! It’s the difference between a contractor and a permie and keeps us in-contract and invoicing.

[crowls]

You’re a contractor now. These things happen. One day off isn’t going to break the contract but I would push them to confirm when you’ll be able to login. I would also ask the manager if there is anything you could do to get up to speed without breaking confidentiality rules as a way to keep invoicing.

Thanks - yes I've done that and am busy working on some non-confi work to enable me to continue working .

[Whorty]

What's your role?
Can they not set you up on O365 and mail so you can access stuff?
Have they not got citrix?
Have you not signed (or offered to sign) an NDA?

Never had an issue myself using client kit, so what exactly wasn't working?

[northernladuk]

Are you inside or outside IR35? I'd be concerned your hiring manager is asking you to take the day off if you are a contractor. You can't do work you don't get paid I am afraid. Tough one as it's their fault but they can just say don't do work for the next week and they don't have to pay.

Welcome to contracting I am afraid.

P.S. Did you put as much effort in to fixing your IT problems as you did researching the best place for your post? That could be the issue.

[Paddy]

Buy a one page a day diary and write everything down, who when what and where. (don't use your phone or a PC for that)
You can then refer to that when needed.
Make your self busy and learn off others while you wait
Sent £50 to me for this advice.

[cojak]

You’re a contractor now. These things happen. One day off isn’t going to break the contract but I would push them to confirm when you’ll be able to login. I would also ask the manager if there is anything you could do to get up to speed without breaking confidentiality rules as a way to keep invoicing.

[crowls]

Hello - Im new to contracting and I'm my fifth day on the job. I have been having no end of IT issues with issues at the end clients network culminating in me having to send my IT equipment back to them. In the meantime my hiring manager is unable to send me work due to confidentiality issues and is asking whether id like to take the day off.

I wondered what the position is here as I'm ready and willing to work - their IT is the problem so does that mean I can't invoice and lose a day or two pay as a result?

TIA