Alongside my more normal question in the contract forum I want to ask more generally if I have taken leave of my senses...
I have spent the last ten years being permie and always thought about contracting but always shied away.
I really haven't enjoyed my last couple of permie jobs and am currently stuck with a long notice period.
I've done a reasonable amount of research about the various pros and cons and what I need to do and am feeling pretty close to deciding I want to give contracting a go. I have the skills to find a contract and am willing to travel if I need to.
I however need to put in my notice, wind down the clock a bit and look nearer the time.
Although I feel like I've done (most of) my due diligence and that everything should work out fine I can't shake the feeling that I'm being massively reckless and irresponsible! Quitting with nothing to go to. Madness!
I'm not sure there's a rational argument to convince me on this front but I'm looking for some reassurance from anyone who's been in a similar situation and made the transition.
I have spent the last ten years being permie and always thought about contracting but always shied away.
I really haven't enjoyed my last couple of permie jobs and am currently stuck with a long notice period.
I've done a reasonable amount of research about the various pros and cons and what I need to do and am feeling pretty close to deciding I want to give contracting a go. I have the skills to find a contract and am willing to travel if I need to.
I however need to put in my notice, wind down the clock a bit and look nearer the time.
Although I feel like I've done (most of) my due diligence and that everything should work out fine I can't shake the feeling that I'm being massively reckless and irresponsible! Quitting with nothing to go to. Madness!
I'm not sure there's a rational argument to convince me on this front but I'm looking for some reassurance from anyone who's been in a similar situation and made the transition.
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