The ten stages of CV rejection grief
CV rejection grief Pitching for business is a big part of being a successful Limited Company contractor, after all it’s how you bag those clients and all important contracts. But here at Intouch we like to mix it up a little bit, and see the humour in what it’s really like to work for yourself. […]
I QUIT! 5 signs you’re ready to leave permanent employment for a career in contracting
Leaving permanent employment According to a recent study conducted by Perkbox, 6.5 million workers in the UK are unhappy with their current job within the permanent employment sector. With long hours, the feeling of being micro-managed, and toxic work cultures as the main culprits for unhappiness, it’s no surprise that so many people are […]
5 steps to take when defusing an unhappy client
Defusing an unhappy client Quite possibly one of the worst parts of contracting or freelancing is when you’ve put your best into a contract, only for the client to be upset or dissatisfied with your work. Clearly at some point something has gone wrong and, whilst it may not be you that caused it, you’re […]
Be the contractor who employers can’t wait to return from maternity leave
We show you how to stay at the forefront of your client’s mind during your maternity leave One of the concerns women in contracting have when planning a family is how their maternity leave will affect their overall career progression, regardless of how long they decide to take off. Concerns can include wondering if it’ll […]
If you contract from home, you’ll want to read this…
6 ways to beat loneliness when working alone Contracting from home can be great; you get to design your perfect working space, what radio station you listen to and enjoy endless cups of tea whilst wearing your slippers (should you wish to). But whilst it can sound like the perfect working environment for many, loneliness […]
The top five contractor tips on how to get paid upfront
Get paid upfront Limited Company contracting is fantastic in many ways – you’re your own boss, you can choose when you work and for how long, and have total freedom to design your professional career as you see fit. But like any great opportunity, there are still some downsides… Not being paid on time […]
Four ways to get the day rate you deserve
Increase your day rate with our top tips Your take home pay is (probably) a big part of your career as a Limited Company contractor, so it’s only natural to consider whether you’re getting the day rate you deserve for your skill set and experience. In this blog we share with you the top […]
Four tips to help you stop wasting time on emails
Stop wasting time! In today’s tech-savvy world, you’re only ever a click away from checking your emails. You could be up the side of a mountain or deep in a jungle (depending on your 4G coverage, of course) and you’d still have access to what’s going on in the wider world. Be it human […]
Humblebragging – the art of selling yourself without the big headedness
Humblebragging Picture the scene: you’ve spotted a new contract that’s perfectly suited to your experience and skills, so much so that you could have written the contract requirements yourself. You know there’s a whole host of other contractors probably sat there thinking exactly the same thing, so now is the time to act. […]
What every Limited Company contractor should know about the Personal Savings Allowance
Personal Savings Allowance 6 April 2016 was a big day for Limited Company contractors, with many new changes affecting their everyday professional lives. One of these changes was the introduction of a new Personal Savings Allowance (PSA) which will see around 95% of taxpayers no longer having to pay any tax whatsoever on their […]