...to feel depressed when the client wants to extend your contract?
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Originally posted by voron...to feel depressed when the client wants to extend your contract?
I've seen much of the rest of the world. It is brutal and cruel and dark, Rome is the light. -
I would feel utterly depressed if the client offered to renew this one. So the answer is probably no.bloggoth
If everything isn't black and white, I say, 'Why the hell not?'
John Wayne (My guru, not to be confused with my beloved prophet Jeremy Clarkson)Comment
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Originally posted by ratewhoreGuess you're on a public sector contract then...
It depends on the compromises you had to do.
However, having spent five minutes on the phone with the agent, I feel dirty and shamefulComment
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Spare a thought for me. After 5 minutes on the phone at £4 per minute I felt dirty and shameful as well.What happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions!Comment
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Well, if you also took the opportunity to negotiate:
1) rate increase
2) allowed to work from home
3) take-on new skills
then that might help.Comment
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Originally posted by voronOh yes
None. Being offered a second extension. Should be a moment of satisfaction, knowing the client values my work.
However, having spent five minutes on the phone with the agent, I feel dirty and shamefulComment
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