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Contractors - how to improve your personal brand online
Gerry Gregoire has penned 5 simple tips to help contractors and freelancers create and improve their online presence to help gain kudos and the attention of potential recruiters.
(Jul 28, 2010 in Contract Work )
IT contractor recruitment via agencies
We look at how recruitment agencies operate, from dealing with an end client's resource specification, to interviewing candidates and finally hiring IT contractors.
(Jul 26, 2010 in Contract Work )
Guide to contractor timesheets and invoicing your agency
We look at how contractor timesheets are recorded, how your recruitment agency is invoiced, and how the payment process works for both limited and umbrella company contractors.
(Jul 1, 2010 in Contract Work )
How to negotiate your IT contract rate successfully
Negotiating your contract rate is a vital stage in your life as an IT contractor. In this guide, we look at the main factors which determine your bargaining power at any given time.
(Jun 29, 2010 in Contract Work )
Contract interim managers - tips for success
Here are 8 key factors for successful interim managers, provided by Dr Jaap Schaveling.
(Jun 17, 2010 in Contract Work )
What recruiters want to see on an IT contractor's CV
Recruiters of IT contractors need to recruit people who can join a project and get on with the job rapidly. Accordingly, contractor CV's need to be to-the-point and accessible.
(Jun 16, 2010 in Contract Work )
Recruitment agency terms and conditions - common problems
We look at the complex subject of agency terms and conditions, with the help of employment status expert Kate Cottrell.
(Apr 30, 2010 in Contract Work )
How to write a good IT contractor CV
How to write the perfect CV. 5 Top tips for penning the perfect IT contractor CV, and a suggested CV layout for freelancers
(Apr 29, 2010 in Contract Work )
Contracting overseas - avoiding the tax pitfalls
A leading accountancy firm provides an overview of the tax implications for UK contractors who accept contract work overseas.
(Apr 7, 2010 in Contract Work )
IT contractor jobs market should be more stable during 2010
The latest SSL survey data shows that the last quarter of 2009 saw continued improvement in the IT recruitment market, however the overall number of IT job vacancies is still less than half the 2007 figure.
(Feb 8, 2010 in Contract Work )
Agency Workers Regulations - what employers need to know
Mark Hammerton, partner at Eversheds, provides a helpful insight to some of the key areas surrounding the final Regulations
(Jan 22, 2010 in Contract Work )
Why do most contractors work via agencies?
Why do so many contractors work via recruitment agencies in the UK, and what are the benefits of contracting via an agency?
(Sep 28, 2009 in Contract Work )
How to impress during the contractor interview process
With competition for contract roles tougher than ever, what can you do to improve your chances during the interview process?
(Sep 7, 2009 in Contract Work )
Google web marketing advice for IT contractors
If you have set up a website for your contracting business, how do you achieve good rankings for your pages on Google?
(Jul 10, 2009 in Contract Work )
Working additional hours for no payment
When you've agreed to a maximum 8 hour working day for a fixed daily rate and hirers still expect you to work additional hours, should you be paid for these or not?
(Jun 19, 2009 in Contract Work )
Make sure you know who you're dealing with when applying for work
When applying for work via recruiters, contractors are urged to find out who they're dealing before granting representation rights, or they could miss out on good contract opportunities.
(Jun 11, 2009 in Contract Work )
Contract rates - how much do IT contractors earn?
The main factors which will affect the rates you can command as an IT contractor. From skills and experience, to economic conditions, agency commissions, and your company structure.
(Jun 2, 2009 in Contract Work )
BBC exposes dirty tricks used by some recruitment agencies
A BBC Scotland investigation has highlighted some of the naughty things some recruitment agencies get up to.
(May 18, 2009 in Contract Work )
What should IT contractors do to survive the economic downturn?
Now that the economic outlook has turned bleaker, what should IT contractors do to prepare themselves to weather the storm?
(May 7, 2009 in Contract Work )
Security clearance guide for IT contractors
What is security clearance, and why is it required for certain Government IT contract roles?
(Apr 24, 2009 in Contract Work )
Give your contracting business a professional image
Why creating a professional image for yourself is essential to a successful contracting career, and how to impress potential clients.
(Apr 7, 2009 in Contract Work )
Dealing with IT contractor recruitment agencies
How IT contractors can make the most out of their relationships with recruitment agencies.
(Mar 31, 2009 in Contract Work )
Guide to invoicing agencies + invoice template
IT contractor's guide to preparing an invoice for your agency / client. What to include on the invoice, plus a free sample invoice template.
(Mar 13, 2009 in Contract Work )
Qualifications and long-term IT contracting success
IT contractors need to make sure they don't miss out on opportunities to win the best contracts just because their CV doesn't make the grade.
(Mar 2, 2009 in Contract Work )
What qualities do I need to succeed in Project Management?
Valuable as it may be, a PRINCE2 qualification is not the only thing you'll need if you're going to succeed in project management. We look at the qualities and skills contract project managers need.
(Feb 13, 2009 in Contract Work )
5 things to watch out for when starting a new IT contract
A list of typical scenarios you might encounter when starting a new contract - and how best to deal with them. From the project manager on a power trip, to grievances over contractors' usage of the staff canteen.
(Jan 28, 2009 in Contract Work )
A good contractor CV more important than ever
The importance of the CV has grown as competition for roles has increased due to the worsening jobs market.
(Jan 9, 2009 in Contract Work )
10 classic IT contractor CV Mistakes
How not to write a decent IT contractor CV - bad layout, content and presentation will ensure you will not be called up for an interview!
(Jan 6, 2009 in Contract Work )
Number of complaints against recruitment agencies falls in 2008
The UK's main recruitment agency body has revealed that the number of complaints against its members has fallen nearly 10% during the first half of 2008.
(Sep 23, 2008 in Contract Work )
How to be successful as an IT contractor
If you are seeking longevity in the contracting world, there are several attributes and skills that you will need to have, or acquire, to ensure future success.
(Jul 1, 2008 in Contract Work )
How to find IT contractor jobs - contract work
Once you've made the decision to become a contractor, the next step is to find your first contract. You'll need to market yourself to potential clients.
(Jun 23, 2008 in Contract Work )
IT contractor interview tips
The interview is a crucial step in your quest for that next IT contract and every care should be made to ensure that you impress.
(Jun 13, 2008 in Contract Work )
IT contracting on a UK work visa
This article looks at the 4 most common work visas for expat professionals and the contracting options (umbrella company or contractor limited company) available with each.
(Apr 30, 2008 in Contract Work )
Contract renewals - Should you ask for a contract rate increase?
Once you have been in a contract for a while, you may be offered a IT contract extension. How to tell if this is a good time to negotiate a contract rate increase.
(Apr 22, 2008 in Contract Work )
IT contractors vs. 'permies' - how to avoid conflict
Some irreverent tips to help new IT contractors get on with their permanent colleagues.
(Apr 21, 2008 in Contract Work )
Sloppy agents blamed for recent recruitment scam
A recruitment company says conned agents are not doing their jobs properly following a recent scam involving recruitment agencies and 'bogus clients'.
(Mar 25, 2008 in Contract Work )
Government should sort out muddled approach to contractors and agencies
The postponed implementation of the Agency Workers Directive should be used by the Government to sort out its contradictory approach to contractors and agencies according to a leading IT Contractor Accountant.
(Dec 12, 2007 in Contract Work )
Agency Workers Directive - 250,000 jobs could be lost
The Government look set to fail in its resistance to the EU Agency Workers Directive, which could cost 250,000 private sector jobs in the UK if it goes ahead.
(Dec 4, 2007 in Contract Work )
IT Contractor Interviews - The Inside Track - Part Two
In Part II of our contractor interview series, we look at the DOING of a contract interview. In particular, your state of being before, during and after the interview.
(Jan 16, 2007 in Contract Work )
IT Contractor Interviews - The Inside Track - Part One
Some contractors seem to have a golden touch when it comes to interviews. Others have to go through several interviews to land the contract. Here's the inside track to success.
(Dec 20, 2006 in Contract Work )
