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The 6 most popular reasons why so many employees go contracting. Is it for you?
Thinking of going contracting? Better pay and greater flexibility are just two of the benefits you could enjoy by making the leap. Find out more.
�ractors were permanent employees before they went contracting. But why did they leave? Why did they make the le� �idays it is rare for contractors to get part time contracts . Most contractors work the same amount as perman� �er. It is the most common reason for entering the contract market. But what about those permanent benefits?�
Category: Articles: First timers | Tue, 22 Nov 2016

How to negotiate the highest rate you can - never say your lowest rate. Read why.
Don't under sell yourself to agents! Read this guide to learn how to guarantee you negotiate yourself the best rate for any contract.
�n to learn, and an expensive one, but after a few contracts you will get better at it - especially if you rea� �agents use to try and beat the contractor down on contract rate in order to then maximise their own return.�
Category: Articles: First timers | Mon, 28 Nov 2016

Moving from employment to contracting? How to plan handing in your notice
If you’re ready to take the first step to independence and a greater income — that is, to become a contractor, you will need to handle giving notice to your employer properly.
�g. This can be a delicate step, as often employee contracts can involve long periods for termination. Your co� �ts can involve long periods for termination. Your contract could oblige you to put in a certain length of ti�
Category: Articles: First timers | Tue, 29 Nov 2016

6 classic barriers to starting contracting and how to beat them
Would-be contractors often believe that there are too many barriers to going contracting, but most can be overcome, or are simply contracting myths.
�Contracting is often seen by would-be contractors as having t� �. This is a contracting myth. There are plenty of contracts out there that need a contractor to help manage c� �on into contracting, then you will find that each contract adds to your skills and experience. You can also�
Category: Articles: First timers | Thu, 13 Apr 2017

Contractors rarely operate as sole traders
Contractors wanting to work as a sole trader will find agencies and clients won’t work with them. Here's why and the solution.
�d under PAYE schemes. In addition to all of this, contracting as a sole trader, even if it could be done, would� �qualified director for example – could still find contracts via an agency by joining an umbrella company or g� �. A sole trader contractor might attempt to win a contract with the client, but the client’s agreement with�
Category: Articles: First timers | Wed, 19 Sept 2018

What employee benefits do contractors not get?
Here are some of the important differences when comparing the situations of contractors versus permanent employees.
�eeker allowance between jobs Yes No 27 Freedom to contract (status cannot be overruled) Yes No 28 Subsidies:�
Category: Articles: First timers | Thu, 30 Jul 2020

Recession is leading skilled workers into dream contracting careers
Many workers are finding that the recession is the best thing that ever happened to them, as they embark on their dream careers as contractors.
�reds of thousands, we’ve seen thousands taking up contracting as their next career move,” explains Chaplin. As� �lls are unlikely to be enough to get you the best contracts and keep you in work when you want it, warns Chap� �s , negotiation techniques and a little bit about contract law .” Taking stock Chaplin, who in addition to b�
Category: Articles: Other | Mon, 01 Jun 2009

Contractor guide to the Bribery Act 2010: client hospitality and incentives
Contractors operating in the UK with reputable clients are unlikely to be affected by the Bribery Act and can continue to offer clients hospitality.
�by the contractor’s limited company. However, in contracting terms, for the vast majority of one or two person�
Category: Articles: Other | Fri, 29 Apr 2011

Contractor Doctor: I’m 3 weeks into a new contract with no pay – what should I do?
Contractors experiencing payment problems can take formal action, but it’s best to discuss the problem with the agency and client first.
�s arrangement with their agency, or the client if contracting direct . Contractors do not have any employment r� �ach of contract. Restrictive covenant Most agency contracts include a restrictive covenant that means the con� �Contractor Doctor, I have recently been awarded a contract with a German client for work based in the UK. In�
Category: Articles: Contractor Doctor Q+A | Thu, 26 Feb 2009

Contractor Doctor: Do I have to pay tax and NI on my minimum wage earnings?
Contractors who work through umbrella companies have to pay some tax and NI on minimum wage earnings, as Derek Kelly of Parasol explains.
�not receive a smooth income.” Good luck with your contracting! Contractor Doctor�
Category: Articles: Contractor Doctor Q+A | Mon, 02 Mar 2009