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Originally posted by NickFitz View PostOne of the reasons I enjoy contracting is that I'm never quite sure where I'll be in a couple of months - I mean, Yeadon*? Seriously?
(*Lovely place with great, friendly locals BTW)
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Half the fun of contracting is you get to work at many different places. Learn new technologies and gain valuable experience faster, don't get bogged down in the politics, make loads of connections/mates, etc etc.
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I rocked up for my first contract fully expecting to be there no more than 3 months. That turned into 3 years, then another 18 months in another office for the same client. Not too shabby eh?
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Same. I've been in to a place for a month / three
monther and been extended up to 2 years (3 times now). Result.
Also started on a six
monther and been terminated after four days. Bastards.
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Originally posted by gingerjedi View PostSwings and roundabouts...
My 1 month contract turned into 2 years despite the manager stating it would only be a month at the start.
As Cojak says, don't expect to go in to a contract and stay put, in the current climate this doesn't happen.
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Originally posted by rdglad View PostMy current contract finishes after a month. Have been told by manager that they won't renew as they have decide to offshore my work to cut the cost.
Was permanent for last 11 years. This was my first contract (6 months) and now I find it hard to believe I will have to start all over again.
What do you suggest to first time contractor to secure new contractor and do in between? I have already updated my CV and started circulating. I am on Linkedin and connected with all those consultants who have contacted me last 3-4 years.
Many thanks.
I'm being as gentle as I can here, but if you're devastated at the idea of no renewal I would suggest that you're hoping for a permie lifestyle with contractor pay. I would go back to being a permie if you feel it that hard; the money won't be worth the stress for you.
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Swings and roundabouts...
My 1 month contract turned into 2 years despite the manager stating it would only be a month at the start.
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Originally posted by NickFitz View PostWNS. I've had a 6 month gig end at 5 months when the client got taken over, but then again I've had a 3 month gig turn into 2 years of interesting and well-paid work. One of the reasons I enjoy contracting is that I'm never quite sure where I'll be in a couple of months - I mean, Yeadon*? Seriously?
(*Lovely place with great, friendly locals BTW)
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Originally posted by norrahe View PostAlways go into a contract expecting the unexpected, you could be there a month and they can it for whatever reason, keep your eye on the market and contact with your pimps.
(*Lovely place with great, friendly locals BTW)
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Originally posted by rdglad View PostWas permanent for last 11 years. This was my first contract (6 months) and now I find it hard to believe I will have to start all over again.
Anyway you will now be able to clear the decks and move on. Hopefully you will get something much better. Good Luck!
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Onwards and upwards. Offshoring is a common end to a contract, that and the need to cut costs. As other posters have said, don't tell the agents the clients didn't renew your contract, your role was offshored.
Always go into a contract expecting the unexpected, you could be there a month and they can it for whatever reason, keep your eye on the market and contact with your pimps.
Good luck!
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