Lesson from Brexit: Bringing finality to Negotiations

In 2018, Theresa May spoke about plans to leave the EU, even stating that Donald Trump advised her to sue them, rather than go into any kind of negotiations. According to information from the Institute of Government, the cost of Brexit has amounted to at least £400m,...

Are you sure you are not a cash cow for your interim agency?

If you have been working as a contractor for a while, the chances are that you have experienced recruitment agencies who treat you as nothing more than a cash cow. A cash cow is an investment which brings in a steady income stream. According to the Boston Growth...

The War for Talent – Employers vs Candidates

We live in times where unemployment rates are low, especially compared to other countries in Europe. This means that highly skilled candidates are in demand, so there are many opportunities out there for contractors. Great for the candidate, not so good for employers....

IT contractors: What does your order book look like?

They say winter is the best time to book a builder for a job in the summer. It’s because, good builders are almost always unavailable at short notice. They have confirmed orders well beyond their current job. Now, pick any IT contractor you admire as being one of the...

Interim Agency Margin: Do you find yours too high?

Whether you are contractor or a client, an agency margin is a source of dissatisfaction common to both groups. If you receive a compelling service, it is perfectly fine to pay an interim agency margin. However, agency margins are a fee that almost no one likes to pay!...

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