From: Mark Lasarko (mlasarko@co.ba.md.us)
Date: Fri Feb 24 2006 - 12:28:44 GMT-3
Three words: stability, services, and superannuation
These are things you don't usually get in a contract position.
(or most private industry these days for that matter)
If you're flying solo I'd say go for it!
Many people who are "free to roam" get picked up for permanent positions, make
the big bucks, etc...
However,
If the kids need food on the table, you are better off stable.
If superannuation is a goal. The pension will ease this tension.
Add the health other benefit services...
A job with all of these things is often difficult to find.
If you have this you are one of the lucky ones.
As for the duration and direction of the contract it's only a guess at best.
Don't count on more than what is signed off on when you start.
I know a lot of people who wandered off to contract positions.
Most not for the big $'s, but more-so for malcontent at their current job.
The thing they forgot to consider is what they already had.
One more thought:
If you have a *decent* job there are usually ways to make it better.
Before you jump ship communicate with your peers, management, etc...
A bit of clear communication can go a long way.
~M
>>> CCIEin2006 <ciscocciein2006@gmail.com> 02/24/06 9:03 AM >>>
Hello Group,
In my job search I am thinking about the posibility of taking a contract
position.
Right now I am in a stable, permanent position so I am a little hesitant
about the risks involved with taking a contract position versus a full time
permanent position.
Lets say the contract is for 1 year, does that mean they cannot lay you off
for a full year? If they do lay you off before the contract expires do they
still pay you for the full year?
Also with the contract positions that say duration is 6months+ does that
mean they will renew the contract after 6 months?
Any advice is greatly appreciated.
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