Generally when on site with other contractors, do you discuss rates for other guys in your team, or do you keep quiet?
- Visitors can check out the Forum FAQ by clicking this link. You have to register before you can post: click the REGISTER link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. View our Forum Privacy Policy.
- Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!
discussing rates
Collapse
X
-
discussing rates
SA says;
Well you looked so stylish I thought you batted for the other camp - thats like the ultimate compliment!
I couldn't imagine you ever having a hair out of place!
n5gooner is awarded +5 Xeno Geek Points.(whatever these are) -
Originally posted by n5goonerGenerally when on site with other contractors, do you discuss rates for other guys in your team, or do you keep quiet?I've seen much of the rest of the world. It is brutal and cruel and dark, Rome is the light. -
-
Originally posted by PhoenixSo what would you do if you did know you were on different rates?I've seen much of the rest of the world. It is brutal and cruel and dark, Rome is the light.Comment
-
No - if I'm on more I don't want them going back to the wallet and asking for more using me as a reason, cos then my next raise is under threat.
and if they get more then I'd rather not know.
And if they are sensible they'll never tell the truth.Comment
-
it all depends I guess
If you are doing the same job roll as another contractor, in theory you should be on the same rate, but it depends what you have negotiated. It would be "fair" to be on the same rate, it may make others uncomfortable if there is not a level playing field, but being a hard nosed contractor you could say everyone looks out for themselves.SA says;
Well you looked so stylish I thought you batted for the other camp - thats like the ultimate compliment!
I couldn't imagine you ever having a hair out of place!
n5gooner is awarded +5 Xeno Geek Points.(whatever these are)Comment
-
Originally posted by PhoenixSo what would you do if you did know you were on different rates?
ask the agent to make the diffrence, they must have leaverage on the % they make, I guess it depends if the gap is say £3 or £33 phSA says;
Well you looked so stylish I thought you batted for the other camp - thats like the ultimate compliment!
I couldn't imagine you ever having a hair out of place!
n5gooner is awarded +5 Xeno Geek Points.(whatever these are)Comment
-
True my little Arsenal chum...But do you approach the Pimp (Agent) and ask for a larger slice of his margin? Or do you run the risk of being beaten while pinned to the bonnet of his pink Ford Console!!Comment
-
Never do, it only cause's hassle for someone and will nearly always bounce back negatively on you either directly or indirectly later on.Comment
-
Once had a project administrator who blurted out what I was being paid over the christmas lunch to the permies. It created mayhem in the land of permiedom as I was on 5* the permie rate. Still I was training the permies and having to stay away from home.Comment
- Home
- News & Features
- First Timers
- IR35 / S660 / BN66
- Employee Benefit Trusts
- Agency Workers Regulations
- MSC Legislation
- Limited Companies
- Dividends
- Umbrella Company
- VAT / Flat Rate VAT
- Job News & Guides
- Money News & Guides
- Guide to Contracts
- Successful Contracting
- Contracting Overseas
- Contractor Calculators
- MVL
- Contractor Expenses
Advertisers
Contractor Services
CUK News
- Streamline Your Retirement with iSIPP: A Solution for Contractor Pensions Sep 1 09:13
- Making the most of pension lump sums: overview for contractors Sep 1 08:36
- Umbrella company tribunal cases are opening up; are your wages subject to unlawful deductions, too? Aug 31 08:38
- Contractors, relabelling 'labour' as 'services' to appear 'fully contracted out' won't dupe IR35 inspectors Aug 31 08:30
- How often does HMRC check tax returns? Aug 30 08:27
- Work-life balance as an IT contractor: 5 top tips from a tech recruiter Aug 30 08:20
- Autumn Statement 2023 tipped to prioritise mental health, in a boost for UK workplaces Aug 29 08:33
- Final reminder for contractors to respond to the umbrella consultation (closing today) Aug 29 08:09
- Top 5 most in demand cyber security contract roles Aug 25 08:38
- Changes to the right to request flexible working are incoming, but how will contractors be affected? Aug 24 08:25
Comment