From the course: Working with Recruiters
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Contract or not?
- I can't tell you how often I call someone who's partially completed their contract to give them the good news that they've done such a great job, the company wants to bring them on as a full time employee. But rather than hearing "Yes" on the other end of the phone, I often hear, "I'm not interested in "being a regular full time employee, "I enjoy working as a contractor." If this response surprises you, you'll find this video very interesting. Let's start off by addressing the benefits of working as a contractor. Working as a contractor gives a person more control over their schedule. This is especially important for individuals seeking a work/life balance. A contractor can choose not to work for a period of time. If they want to take six weeks off to travel or spend time with family, it's not based on their years of experience or eligibility. There's also generally less stress as a contractor. Most contractors aren't bogged down by endless meetings or company politics, and can…
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