Originally posted by heyya99
View Post
- 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!
Economic Crisis & Rate Reduction
Collapse
X
-
-
Originally posted by northernladuk View PostIn these times I think that's a bit of a stupid thing to say. Market is the market, you've got to bend and flex. Generally I'd kind of agree to not being rolled over without some push back where possible but the world is turning to absolute ratchit out there so I think that's being a bit ridiculous to sit on your moral horse over 30% in these times.
I spent 5 months out of work and I'd have snapped someone's arm off for the 400 even if I knew it was a 600 quid. As long as it took me through the crap I can make it back in the rest of my career after. Would I have thrown 40k down the toilet over the time off just to prove a point? No I wouldn't and nor would any sane person.
I know you'd take it if you were ever in that situation though so just saying like.
And wage slave? Your wage doesn't change. 700 quid or so a month whatever happens so how can you be a slave to that?
If the client is genuinely in financial hardship, and not just trying it on due to the market, then perhaps I’d consider some flexibility. But if it was just ‘please accept a rate cut’ then I’m not convinced. It’s not like they could get someone to replace me at a reduced rate and be able to continue delivery uninterrupted.
If paying me the same is their best cost, then digging in my heels is the right decision.See You Next TuesdayComment
-
Originally posted by Lance View PostWell everyone’s circumstances are different. But if I’m doing the same work then I’m the same value.
If the client is genuinely in financial hardship, and not just trying it on due to the market, then perhaps I’d consider some flexibility. But if it was just ‘please accept a rate cut’ then I’m not convinced. It’s not like they could get someone to replace me at a reduced rate and be able to continue delivery uninterrupted.
If paying me the same is their best cost, then digging in my heels is the right decision.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
-
Originally posted by northernladuk View PostJust work 3 and bill them for 5. Everyone thinks it's OK.
Originally posted by simes View PostProblem with that is that while you're working x days, the rest of the business works the five days. There will be 'week - x days' of stuff to do on the day you return.Down with racism. Long live miscegenation!Comment
-
Originally posted by Lance View PostYeah. 80% but they don’t have to work.Comment
-
Originally posted by NotAllThere View PostOnly when you get 5 days worth of work done in 3. Stop sulking.
Short working weeks is always an option for companies wishing to save money, but not lose workers. Unless a project is urgent, there's no real need for everyone to do five days.merely at clientco for the entertainmentComment
-
Originally posted by Lance View Posthe who dares wins.....
If you take a cut of that much you're undervaluing yourself. I'd rather be on the bench for a year (albeit that's unlikely). I'm not in this game to be a wage slave.
Can you imagine paying for your groceries at Sainsbury's and the check-out girl says "£60 please" and you counter that with the times are tough argument and you've got £ 40, take it or leave it?Comment
-
Originally posted by Lance View PostWell everyone’s circumstances are different. But if I’m doing the same work then I’m the same value.
If the client is genuinely in financial hardship, and not just trying it on due to the market, then perhaps I’d consider some flexibility. But if it was just ‘please accept a rate cut’ then I’m not convinced. It’s not like they could get someone to replace me at a reduced rate and be able to continue delivery uninterrupted.
If paying me the same is their best cost, then digging in my heels is the right decision.Comment
-
Originally posted by NeedTheSunshine View PostUnless you're extra super special and have the most unique skill in the world.Comment
-
Originally posted by NotAllThere View PostShort working weeks is always an option for companies wishing to save money, but not lose workers. Unless a project is urgent, there's no real need for everyone to do five days.
But the reality of all this is, one will just mind the emails as they come in.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