Client Co has forced all contractors off next week (3 days no invoicing) and I have been really peed off since I have known (several weeks ago). I went ballistic on Jobswerve and probably applied for about 100 roles. I have a couple of interviews lined up now as well. Am I being a bit over the top or is that the right way to go about it? Add to that the fact this place is mega grim......
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Originally posted by NorthWestPerm2Contr View PostClient Co has forced all contractors off next week (3 days no invoicing) and I have been really peed off since I have known (several weeks ago). I went ballistic on Jobswerve and probably applied for about 100 roles. I have a couple of interviews lined up now as well. Am I being a bit over the top or is that the right way to go about it? Add to that the fact this place is mega grim......Knock first as I might be balancing my chakras. -
Seems a little OTT just for 3 days off ?
Relax, enjoy the time at home and see it as an expected bonus break.______________________
Don't get mad...get even...Comment
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Originally posted by kaiser78 View PostSeems a little OTT just for 3 days off ?
Relax, enjoy the time at home and see it as an expected bonus break.one day at a timeComment
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Originally posted by kaiser78 View PostSeems a little OTT just for 3 days off ?
Relax, enjoy the time at home and see it as an expected bonus break.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Originally posted by kaiser78 View PostSeems a little OTT just for 3 days off ?
Relax, enjoy the time at home and see it as an expected bonus break.Comment
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Use the time to work on your Plan B.
If you don't have one then you should stop posting tulip on here and get one.
HTHComment
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Originally posted by AtW View PostUse the time to work on your Plan B.
If you don't have one then you should stop posting tulip on here and get one.
HTHWhat happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions!Comment
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Originally posted by NorthWestPerm2Contr View PostLast time this happened to me was with Barclays last year. Next thing to happen was the rate cuts.... OTT you say?'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Originally posted by NorthWestPerm2Contr View PostClient Co has forced all contractors off next week (3 days no invoicing) and I have been really peed off since I have known (several weeks ago). I went ballistic on Jobswerve and probably applied for about 100 roles. I have a couple of interviews lined up now as well. Am I being a bit over the top or is that the right way to go about it? Add to that the fact this place is mega grim......
It's not as if they've left it till this week to tell youCoffee's for closersComment
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