Contacted to interview for a contract role at a large corporation while in rounds for permanent positions at other companies.

8 Comments

1. AnonymousAugust 21,2022 at 10:37PM UTC

   That's awesome and yes, a short contract at a large, well known corporate would look very good.

2. AnonymousAugust 22,2022 at 3:22AM UTC

   Thank you, Anonymous. That's what I'm hoping as life threw a curve ball this year and it's left me trying to decide what I want next. The money and short-term stint would give me time to decide while opening doors to the corporate world. Thank you all for the positive vibes and you've made me feel better regarding considering a contract position rather than a permanent role.

3. AnonymousAugust 21,2022 at 10:38PM UTC

   One never knows. That's how I got my job. The challenge though is like anything else. It still becomes a new job if you are hired permanently. Now months later, I find myself working under a person who has never had a subordinate report to her. I've 25-plus years of managing large teams and my own business. That's okay though because I didn't want to do what I was doing before.

   Now, I can't seem to do anything right by this person, and was written up for frivolous stuff that has caused anxiety and panic attacks. Next time, I need to ask better questions. The job is completely different from the short-term role. Not that I can't do it, but I was on the ladder for the promotion to a very inexperienced and overbearing manager. I feel harassed. and don't know what to do.

   But a short-term role might give you a better insight. There are just no guarantees it will go into a full time role.

4. AnonymousAugust 22,2022 at 3:20AM UTC

   I'm sorry to hear you're contract to perm role became problematic. I'm not sure what's next for me but I'm thinking a contract role could be a good step to help decide what I want next and a possible first step into the company. On the other hand, a permanent role would feel more secure than starting job searching again within a few months.

5. Sabrina CortesAugust 21,2022 at 10:49PM UTC

   How long is the contract?

   I'm a professional Resume Writer and I've written plenty of resumes for clients that have had contractual positions. Depending on the length of the contract, I've added that information to their resumes so that it doesn't look like they are job hopping.

   Sending you good vibes!

6. AnonymousAugust 22,2022 at 3:18AM UTC

   The contracts is roughly 5 months and for a well-known company. At the same time, I'm in the running for two career type roles. That being said, I'm not confident in the others until receiving an offer. This contract could be a step into the company or would help with future jobs. Good idea about adding that it was a contract role to the my resume if hired. I'm hoping that's a good problem to have after this week!

7. Sabrina CortesAugust 22,2022 at 10:03PM UTC

   Good luck!!

8. Crystal HowellAugust 22,2022 at 9:53AM UTC

   If offered, and they like you could turn into something permanent. It could open other doors, look at the contacts you will be making.

   Fortune 500, go for it!