Finally, after almost seven months, I received an offer for a short-term contract that could be turned into a permanent hire.

3 Comments

1. AnonymousApril 11,2024 at 9:58PM UTC

   Do what you need to do to better your situation, don't worry about feeling bad for the company. Trust me they do not feel bad if they change their mind.

2. AnonymousApril 11,2024 at 11:11PM UTC

   You do YOU!!
   If something better comes up, take it.

   In my previous role, the organization refused to let me stay FT despite accolades from them. I had insurance (long story) so when an opportunity presented itself 2w from their desired start, I waited a week to give notice as that would pit me to day 2 of month and I KNEW I had Insurance to EOM if I stayed. I could have said something on xx/1, but playing it safe.

   I was afraid if I said anything xx/26 when offially offered, I had a fear that I'd be let go.

   I told current organization 'sorry for not two weeks, I had a mandatory start ".

   I wasn't sorry! Lol. My supervisor was totally understanding. But even if she wasn't, too bad!

3. AnonymousApril 12,2024 at 12:06AM UTC

   I always focus on the reality and nor the what ifs. There is nothing wrong with accepting a ft offer if it comes. Surely in this day and age the company understands that a shirt term contract position is trumped by a ft permanent position.