Contractors opting out of the Conduct of Employment Regulations: where do they stand?
Timing is everything when it comes to opting out of the Conduct of Employment Regulations. But in most cases opting out is the best course of action.
Contracting direct with the client: advantages and disadvantages
Although most contracts are available only via agents, some contractors can work for the client direct, with both advantages and disadvantages.
People4Business and Contractor Calculator team up to offer contractors a better deal
ContractorCalculator and People4Business are offering contractors the opportunity to win new contracts from a different kind of jobs website.
Does the Glover Review mean more public sector work for contractors?
Contractors could benefit from a public sector procurement review that has recommended measures to improve SME access to lucrative contracts.
Securing contracts by adding your CV to job boards
Job boards are increasingly dominating the recruitment sector, providing contractors with an effective way of getting CVs in front of more agents.
How contractors can check their client or agency is financially sound
To the contractor, an agency or client appears secure, but behind the scenes the firm may be cash-strapped. Sid Home from Creditsafe explains how contractors can ensure their client is financially sound.
Will your mobile phone get you your next contract?
The mobile phone has impacted on virtually every aspect of the way we live today. According to a recent survey, our humble handsets could be the gateway to new contracts.
Facebook could lead to your next contract
In a recent white paper, digital communications agency AI Digital demonstrates that social networking sites can be a source of new work for contractors.
Common interview mistakes that contractors make
Discusses the common interview mistakes that contractors make that prevents them from being offered the role
Staying in work during a contracting slowdown
With fears of a recession likely to hit the UK economy, what can contractors do to make sure they stay in work when demand decreases?
Dealing with agents and building relationships
Understanding how to deal with agents will maximise your contracting career.
How contractors should handle client references
You don't have a legal right to a reference be it from the agency or the end-client. But if you are denied a reference, you could sue for liable as that's tantamount to saying you didn't do a good job.
Contractors can win public sector contracts
The Public Contracts Regulations 2006 came into effect this year, and they make it much easier for contractors to win tenders from government agencies and organisations.
Applying for a contract via email
So, you've seen a job you like and are going to apply via email. Read about an effective structure for email applications.
Contractors have common problems with agencies
There are a series of recurring complaints that contractors have with agencies. Contractors should be aware of them.
How contractors should prepare for financial services screening
It's important to understand the process of financial services screening as it is becoming impossible to work in the sector without it.
Agencies improve profile with contractors
The decline in complaints by contractors about agencies could show that more agencies are improving practice.
Contractors find recruitment agency reliability in question
A survey shows that contractors are afraid to trust agencies.
Preparing for an interview
We explain the preparation you need to do before an interview to maximise your chances of being offered a position.
Should contractors use agents to find contracts?
Examines the financial issues and practicalities when deciding whether to use agents to find contracts or go it alone.
Advantages of using agents to secure contracts
Explains the advantages of using agents to find contract positions.
How to negotiate your initial rate with agencies to maximise your contractor earnings
Tips on how to maximise your rate when securing an initial contract.