By Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter
People assume that a contract job is something you take when you are unable to find full-time work. It may have been once upon a time, but not any longer. Many people are now aware of the advantages of contract work.
A contract assignment is one in which you are required to work for a set period of time. Depending on the hiring company’s requirements, the contract could be for a few months or perhaps a few years. An employee who has taken a 6-month contract, for example, will work at the client’s office but will be paid according to the employment contract. After the contract is completed, the employee is free to choose what s/he wants to do for the next six months . . . as is the company.
Permanent Job: A permanent employment is a traditional 9 to 5 job in which you work for a company for as long as you wish (and as long as they want to have you). You will be paid once a month in most countries, or twice a month in others. You will be able to receive a company’s many benefits.
Why would you select a contract job over full-time employment?
If you have permanent employment, you will be responsible for the same functions and responsibilities every day and will be seated at the same desk. A contract job entails working on a variety of projects for multiple companies over the course of a year, depending on your skills. This will allow you to put your skills to good use, develop them, and broaden them.
When you work on a contract basis, you will have the opportunity to deal with a variety of people, which will help you expand your network for future references. You might even be able to travel for work.
Many job portals will allow you to work for some of the best organizations in the world. In addition, there are numerous government contract positions available. We all know how difficult it is to get a job in the government. Contract jobs, on the other hand, are available to anyone with the necessary skills, experience, and qualifications.
You also have the opportunity to be your own boss and work on your own terms as a contractor. Once you’ve been given the project, you’re on your own. All you have to do now is complete it on schedule and to their satisfaction.
A permanent employee, on the other hand, only allows you a few days off per month. Contract jobs, on the other hand, allow you to work for a set period of time, say six months, and then have the remaining six months of the year to yourself, at your own expense. It’s entirely up to you whether you travel, write a book, or take on another contract.
Many employers are more interested in employing personnel on a contract basis because it provides flexibility and cost savings in manpower hiring. There are numerous contract assignments available in the market. This increases your chances of acquiring work faster than if you had a permanent position.
The more contracts you take on in a year, the more money you make, and you usually will be paid more than permanent employees. Furthermore, some organizations provide fantastic advantages to contractors.
If you want a flexible lifestyle and to work on your own terms, I hope this is helped you consider a contract assignment and not just a permanent position.
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