6 reasons why you should be a contractor

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When deciding on your next job, becoming a contractor might not be your first choice. However consider these reasons as to why it could be a good match for you:

Opportunity to learn: Becoming a contractor can give you a breadth of experience. Every few months when your position has changed, you start a new one. This gives you new tools to learn and build up skill levels in a short amount of time. This can look very attractive on your resume!

Independence: When you are hired for a contractor role it is usually to fill a short term need or for a particular project. This means you have the independence to complete the project in the time frame given. This requires no extra work being piled on you, like it can with permanent employment. It just involves you completing the project within the time frames given.

Allow you to make contacts: With every new contract gives you the opportunity to make new contacts. This could lead to get your foot in the door for a contract that enhances or gives you more skills to add to your resume.

You won’t get bored: Once your contract has finished there is an opportunity to move onto a new project. This means you leave behind the day to day drudgery of the permanent job and gives you more of a challenge.

More Money: As we are all aware an important part of a new job is how much money you will be paid. Although it is not the most important factor it is high on the list on accepting a new job. With contracting you are usually paid more than the permanent employees working on the same project. Contractors on average can be paid 20% more than permanent employees.

Flexibility:  By knowing when your contract ends means you can plan for your next holiday or potentially start looking for your next position. With some contracts your hours maybe flexible as well, as long as your work is completed it is possible for you to run off to the doctor’s appointment.

Whatever your reason you want to start being a contractor it can be a rewarding career choice. Remember contracting can help advance your career and give you new skills after each contract. Good Luck!

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周星星1832 发表于 6-10-2013 22:35

                               
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