atw: Re: Fields of Tech Communication (Unclassified)

Touch wood! I've been contracting for about 5-years and in my case so far
it's worked out beneficially financially (not necessarily experience-wise
though.) I work in Canberra and my contracts have been long term, always
with extensions (12 mths + 12 mth extension). I also at present have the
benefit of a security clearance which does help the situation. Although I
have had to deal with re-structures and market testing where I might have to
re-apply for the position I'm in which is being advertised as APS. So far,
so good. But like any work, Permanent included, one never can tell when an
Organisation may need to re-adjust their human resources for a variety of
reasons.
Diana

-----Original Message-----
From: Ilana Cohney [mailto:Ilana.Cohney@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Thursday, 16 December 2004 9:59

Hi all,
>>My question actually is, how difficult is it to actually make a decent 
living out of contract work?  At the moment, it certainly looks more 
appealing to me than dealing with another lot of patronising, 
unappreciative ....need I say more...  set of bosses.  My problem is 
that when I am looking for work, I panic and accept a permanent job and 
its security because the thought of starving does not appeal much 
either.  Those of you contractors, do you find the constant job search a 
real grind or do the benefits outweigh the negatives of a permanent 
position?
Ilana
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