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Contractor doctor: should I quit my job before going contracting?
The catch-22 for many is not wanting to quit their job to secure a contract, but without flexibility they can't get one. Here's what to do.
�ills and experience level. I am thinking of going contracting but, with a lack of savings and no experience in� �guide ‘ Should I quit my job before applying for contracts? ’ in msot cases you will need to hand in your no� �eed to hand in your notice before searching for a contract. This is because: Most agents will be reluctant t�
Category: Articles: Contractor Doctor Q+A | Tue, 30 Oct 2018

Contractor doctor: are advertised contract rates a good guide to market rates?
Do the advertised market rates give a good indication of rates in the market?
�contractor about how they went from permanent to contracting . I am currently working in a permanent role, but� �be how they made the transition from permanent to contract: From permanent to contract - case study 1 From p�
Category: Articles: Contractor Doctor Q+A | Tue, 06 Nov 2018

Contractor doctor: can I apply for different contracts with the same agent?
Should you target your CV differently for different roles advertised by the same agent?
�t the work of the CV is over. Good luck with your contract search.�
Category: Articles: Contractor Doctor Q+A | Tue, 13 Nov 2018

Fancy being your own recruitment agent? Not much to it, is there?
Contractors who fancy having a go at being their own agent might think again after hearing about a day in the life of Ashley Cooper of Parc Ellis.
�se we’re not a primary supplier to one of the big contracting organisations or telcos, we don’t automatically g� �An estimated 80% of contractor contracts in the UK come via recruitment agencies and emplo� �of both client and contractor expectations. Every contract, and contractor, is important “Every contract and�
Category: Articles: Job Search | Wed, 29 Apr 2009

Finding contract work: 10 tips for contracting job seekers
Finding contractor jobs requires a different approach to seeking permanent employment and contractors using a focused approach enjoy greater success.
�rs should follow up with the agency, or client if contracting direct, to agree next steps and timings. Dependin� �of being successful, reducing unpaid gaps between contracts and gaining higher rates by adopting a targeted a� �Contractors seeking their first contract or looking for new contract work can boost their�
Category: Articles: Job Search | Tue, 24 Aug 2010

Interview tips - 10 key points for contractors and freelancers
If you have strong interview skills, you have a greater chance of winning contracts. Here are ten golden rules that will help you shine at interview.
�rs who are the best at understanding and applying contracting sales and marketing skills. A killer interview te� �chance of winning an ongoing stream of lucrative contracts if they have learned the killer interview techniq� �preparation and poor timing Focusing on what the contract does for you, and not what you can do for the cli�
Category: Articles: Job Search | Mon, 13 Dec 2010

Contractors should be wary of accepting lower rates with promises of higher to come
Contractors offered an initial low rate with the promise that the rate will increase in time should ensure the rise is written into the contract.
�ents or clients should always be written into the contract, because they seldom materialise. An initial lowe�
Category: Articles: Job Search | Mon, 13 Feb 2012

Contractors have common problems with agencies
There are a series of recurring complaints that contractors have with agencies. Contractors should be aware of them.
�conditions. Have Your Say... When I first started contracting 8 years ago I fell for every trick in the book. M� �ck to the client unless they say so (it's in your contract as a restrictive covenant ) and so you have to ta�
Category: Articles: Job Search | Tue, 23 Oct 2007

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.
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Category: Articles: Job Search | Fri, 14 Dec 2007

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.
�llow closely the rules set down by the particular contracting process that is being used. There are five basic� �ay only have a small family business, you can win contracts from government agencies and organisations. The p� �ave a much better chance of winning public sector contract offers. The Public Contracts Regulations law of 2�
Category: Articles: Job Search | Wed, 19 Dec 2007