

There are many non-traditional ways to score major roles at big companies (or even smaller, but competitive ones) and starting as a contractor is one of them. Some people choose contracting as a way to test the waters at an organization, while others have specific goals to achieve or...
There are many non-traditional ways to score major roles at big companies (or even smaller, but competitive ones) and starting as a contractor is one of them. Some people choose contracting as a way to test the waters at an organization, while others have specific goals to achieve or milestones to hit before transitioning and applying to a full time role. Ask Elinor Cohen anything in this hour-long, live Q&A about how you can turn your part time, freelance, or contract gig into a full-time role before the new year!
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Elinor Cohen is a Life Coach and Yoga teacher to the high achiever career woman that wants to have it all. She teaches women how to focus and eliminate overwhelm, get more time (literally), shorten the to-do list and achieve goals more quickly by doing less instead of trying harder.
How do you negotiate your pay when moving into a permanent position?
Don't contractual agreements stipulate that consultants cannot be hired by the client firm as full time employees for at least a specified period of time after the contract expires?
What is the best place to look for contract roles? How does your salary as a contact impact your pay rate as a ft hire? Often you get paid way less than your normal salary.
How far into contract and how do I try to make the transition from contract to FT?
How long ahead of time should you apply or consider permanent before ending your contract?
How to choose contracts wisely in order to build a portfolio which sets you up for both additional contract work and/or permanent employment.
As someone who currently has 3 contract work from different companies, how do you recommend summarizing that on a resume?
I also have done a lot of work as a contractor and it does not convert to full time. it is tiring and frustrating and I am back to square one as well. A lot of times the employer is looking for...
Tips for finding a contract job in a new area, just recently moved and don’t have any connections in the area at the moment.
I've done contract work A LOT, and I have gotten hired, but it never lasts. How do you transition from contractor to FTE smoothly? It's never been smooth for me and it never lasts so I'm back to...
I am exploring an opportunity to become a contractor for a small business that would like to offer me a full-time position as a contractor. Any suggestions for creating my rate / retainer as well...
Tips about how star working as a contractor
Promises, promises. Getting full-time dangled in front every so often. How to get in and reap benefits?
How do I work as a web developer with a company, and still take on the jobs I find fun, without losing my work-life balance?
How do I show my value as a graphic designer but still maintain my freedom as a remote worker?
How does legislation like California's AB5 actually work in practice? Does it really protect workers from permalancing or do they just get replaced with a new freelancer after 18 months?
I''ve been contracting for over a year as an email developer at large, well-known company. When I took the position, we discussed making my position full time but every time I inquire i'm told...
How do I stand out as a contractor? Who is the best person to align myself with in leadership as a contractor?
I am nearing my 1 year mark as a contractor. I am also told there is no headcount to convert me to full time. Is there a way I can become full time.
I am a full time employee now and would like to try contracting for few months . What are the important factors I need to keep in mind for this switch?
Can you please advise about the pay adjustments to going from contact to salaried? I am currently debating wether to accept a full time position after almost 4 years as a contractor. The rate...
What are some skills/qualities that employers look for in a freelancer that would help them consider us for FT?
What’s the best way to navigate your next career move if you are contracting at a company that is on a hiring freeze?
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