I usually have one or two personal plan B type affairs going on while contracting. I tend to use the latest sexy stuff to build these and really get to grips with the technologies. Does anyone else mention these on their CV?
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Originally posted by LatteLiberal View PostI usually have one or two personal plan B type affairs going on while contracting. I tend to use the latest sexy stuff to build these and really get to grips with the technologies. Does anyone else mention these on their CV?merely at clientco for the entertainment -
Originally posted by LatteLiberal View PostI usually have one or two personal plan B type affairs going on while contracting. I tend to use the latest sexy stuff to build these and really get to grips with the technologies. Does anyone else mention these on their CV?
I think contractors sometimes forget that they are running a business, and even things they are working on that aren't related to their current main client are still work experience.Contracting: more of the money, less of the sh1tComment
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Yes, I definitely included my plan B project on my CV and in my LinkedIn profile.
Some agents skip over them when talking about experience but I've always found that clients are happy to talk about the technical aspects. The only negative is that they may not think that your focused on their project, I usually just reassure them that paid work funds my own projects and paid work is always my focus.Comment
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I did this once, a short two-weeker. I wish I hadn't.
It confused the idiots on the BCS Board who interviewed me for full membership.Comment
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Originally posted by Doggy Styles View PostI did this once, a short two-weeker. I wish I hadn't.
It confused the idiots on the BCS Board who interviewed me for full membership.merely at clientco for the entertainmentComment
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