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I’m going to highlight some skills that I think are pertinent for contracting. This is based on what I have observed over the last 2 years. Knowing this information may save you a ton of time, as there is less to work out. Not knowing this just slows things down. Better to be in the…
Today I’m going to give a high level explanation of how inside IR 35 contractors get paid. This will give you a simple understanding of the breakdown, and why agents are willing to work with you, and why it’s worthwhile. Not truly understanding the system may not give you an appreciation for why, and how…
I have been contracting for almost 2 years now and have made some observances. One of these things is focused on leadership and their relationship with contractors. I’m going to explore some key points that leaders need to know in order to work with contractors well. In some ways I empathise with leaders as they…
This week I am announcing the online workshop: “Becoming an Independent Consultant“. It is for people interested in becoming a contractor in the UK. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and you want to make 2x your income, this event is for you. You can register for it here. Hey friends, This newsletter will reveal…
Starting a new contract can be daunting. In this newsletter I’m going to break down how I have confidently started contracts in the past. This was inspired by a LinkedIn post I did a couple of weeks ago. You can check out that post here. When you start contracts more confidently, you are more likely…
Getting into contracting can be a nervous yet exciting time. It is important to have an idea of when to jump in. Today I’m going to be discussing the seasons of contracting. This is based on my observations in the last couple of years. Like I said, this is important because it allows you to…
I’ve spoken to many employees wanting to transition into contracting. The biggest fear they have is quitting. I can understand this as I was once this person. However, when I became a contractor back in Spring 2021 I was pushed by an insatiable feeling. Not everyone is going to get that feeling, and so I…
Today I’m going to be talking about a portfolio career and how you can start one. Whether you’re a contractor or a permanent employee, this will be relevant to you. Portfolio careers are becoming more important due to some of the following factors: This is not a full list of factors but gives you a…
Episode 10 features Alice Ogeh, a millennial commercial property solicitor who has journeyed her way to law via the challenging route. In this podcast, you will learn about how she was able to get into law against all the odds, as well as legalese behind the purchasing of first-time buyer property in the UK. In…
One definition for the word vision is the ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom. Focusing on this definition we quickly see that a vision requires you to think carefully about how you make something a reality for your future, using creative faculties and using experience, knowledge and good judgment…
Project Management has become the de facto skill that pretty much every industry needs. If you are not familiar with its principles, you are already missing out! Whether it is in entrepreneurship or in the corporate work, project management is required. A good project manager stands out from the crowd and is able to handle…
In this generation, there is pressure to know what your career path should be. This is propagated by our visual zeitgeist that displays images of what is perceived to be a success. With these exaggerated pressures, we begin to panic and extend our thoughts towards what career path we would like to take. Career is…
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