Newbie's Guide Preview

I haven't finalized the topics I want to discuss in this guide just yet, and when and in what order I'll do it, but here's a list of things I want to cover at some point:

-- Contractors, temps, and freelancers: definitions

-- Why a contract gig?

-- The downsides to contract work

-- Where to find contract positions

-- Agencies: what you need to know

-- Corporate culture and contractors

-- Contract work as a lifestyle

-- Going solo: hanging out your shingle

-- Contract work as an extended interview

-- The future of contract work

Plus, whatever else I think of. And if you have any suggestions, I'm certainly open to them.

The Newbie's Guide to Being a Contractor

Sorry for the delayed post again. Just when I think I'm getting better, I slip. But then, progress isn't always a straight line.

Anyway, I've decided to start writing a series for people who are new to the contractor and temp world, with tips and advice that I wish I knew when I started years ago. Even though I'm a permanent employee now, I still think I have a few words to say on the subject.

It will be recurring and I'm not sure exactly how long it will go just yet, so I'll post more details when I have a better idea. But I hope somebody out there will find it useful.