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Originally posted by northernladuk View PostBut I've met many a person that thinks they are good and most certainly aren't.
I think realistic expectations are key, as my own initial mistakes included expecting to find a contract reasonably quickly 'because I'm a great techie with a number of high end projects on my CV' (obviously not out loud, that was my thinking at the time) and getting frustrated because it didn't matter a jot whether it was true or not because I wasn't getting any further than the recruiter's/agent's "That's a good/great CV, I'll put you through to the client and get back to you on Monday" spiel. If the OP is put off by this possibility, they should think long and hard before going all in on this.Last edited by man; 23 January 2019, 22:10.Comment
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Originally posted by man View PostAdd that to the fact that it doesn't matter how good you are if you can't land an interview because your CV doesn't make the hiring manager's final cut (assuming it even gets onto their desk in the first place).
I think realistic expectations are key, as my own initial mistakes included expecting to find a contract reasonably quickly 'because I'm a great techie with a number of high end projects on my CV' (obviously not out loud, that was my thinking at the time) and getting frustrated because it didn't matter a jot whether it was true or not because I wasn't getting any further than the recruiter's/agent's "That's a good/great CV, I'll put you through to the client and get back to you on Monday" spiel. If the OP is put off by this possibility, they should think long and hard before going all in on this.
'You are on a good salary for your age'
'You have only 1 year of experience under your belt, this company will provide great growth opportunities for you' (in reality they are billing you out at 500/d and paying you peanuts)
'10k is a big jump salary wise - you should be realistic'
yada yada..
Unfortunately they only way to deal with this bulltulip is greatly embellish your past experience and make up believable half-truths.Comment
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For what it's worth, I did find ways of dealing with these things:
Originally posted by cannon999 View Post'You are on a good salary for your age'
Originally posted by cannon999 View Post'You have only 1 year of experience under your belt, this company will provide great growth opportunities for you' (in reality they are billing you out at 500/d and paying you peanuts)
Originally posted by cannon999 View Post'10k is a big jump salary wise - you should be realistic'
Originally posted by cannon999 View PostUnfortunately they only way to deal with this bulltulip is greatly embellish your past experience and make up believable half-truths.Comment
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Originally posted by cannon999 View PostUnfortunately they only way to deal with this bulltulip is greatly embellish your past experience and make up believable half-truths.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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My personal experience -
I started contracting about 3 years ago at 21, I'd been working in a large corporate environment from the age of 18 and was in a 3rd line Infrastructure role at 19. You've got to appreciate that you're going to pick up the lowest contracts for the first 1 or 2 (My first day rate was £175 p/d on a 6 month for a very small MSP in Leeds) but you've got to see the longer term picture if you're committed to sticking with contracting. Use all the tips from here when getting setup (List of decent accountants, IPSE+ membership)
Yes the first one or two rates are offshore level rates, but there will be a few gigs there whilst you build additional experience as a contractor and in your sector. Currently now working on-site in Knutsford for a bank (no clues there) as a consultant at double my first day rate, all of my previous agency and client references read pretty well to.
PM me if you want any further info.Comment
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Originally posted by northernladuk View PostNot easy when you've had only one job for 3 years.Comment
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Isn't it funny everyone 3 years out of uni thinks they are worth more or are better than they are.
That comment above speaks volumes.Last edited by northernladuk; 24 January 2019, 20:57.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Originally posted by cannon999 View PostNo one said it was easy. But it's possible. I was on 30k starting salary out of uni 3 years ago, now I'm on 550/d. And frankly I think I am worth more than what I'm getting atm. Two of my mates are in the same boat. None of us were prepared to take any bull$5it from recruiters/managers who tried to lowball us and underpay us for our skills.
How many years contracting have you done?
How many clients?
How many projects have you delivered, end to end, on time in budget?
How long did you last in your 30k job?
Explain why you think you are worth more.…Maybe we ain’t that young anymoreComment
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Originally posted by WTFH View PostWhat skills and experience can you bring?
How many years contracting have you done?
How many clients?
How many projects have you delivered, end to end, on time in budget?
How long did you last in your 30k job?
Explain why you think you are worth more.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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