Got my own ideas on this but wondered what everyone else has done in the past.
Generally, if I want a gig I don't push this unless its going to be a showstopper for me. I assume I'm going to be on site mon-fri pretty much 9-5 or slightly longer. If I then get to WFH or whatever then its a bonus.
I'm sure you all know what its like - some places expect you on site 9am - 5.30pm plus, others don't care what hours you do (ie. come in early etc). Can make a huge difference IMHO whether a long distance contract is doable or not.
But, in situation now where theres a gig thats come up that is a bit far from home. My personal situation dictates that Im not going to be able to stay away too often (another story etc). Client has got another office very close to my home.
Tempted to ask before taking the gig whether there is any chance of WFH, other office for day or two a week, flexible hours etc. Might put them off I guess but if they do turn out to be right awkward gits then its going to be showstopper anyway.....
Anyone previous experience?
Generally, if I want a gig I don't push this unless its going to be a showstopper for me. I assume I'm going to be on site mon-fri pretty much 9-5 or slightly longer. If I then get to WFH or whatever then its a bonus.
I'm sure you all know what its like - some places expect you on site 9am - 5.30pm plus, others don't care what hours you do (ie. come in early etc). Can make a huge difference IMHO whether a long distance contract is doable or not.
But, in situation now where theres a gig thats come up that is a bit far from home. My personal situation dictates that Im not going to be able to stay away too often (another story etc). Client has got another office very close to my home.
Tempted to ask before taking the gig whether there is any chance of WFH, other office for day or two a week, flexible hours etc. Might put them off I guess but if they do turn out to be right awkward gits then its going to be showstopper anyway.....
Anyone previous experience?
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