Anyone transition from FTE roles to contract?
Hi, all! I’m curious if anyone here who’s switched from full-time roles to contract would be willing to share their experience. I was laid off from my role at a large tech org in February, and finding a new full-time role in this dismal job market has been difficult. I’m beginning to seriously consider taking on a long-term contract as a bridge to bring in money and continue to do the work I love until I land something more “permanent.” In the past, I’ve been skittish about contract work because it feels less stable and the idea of paying out of pocket for decent health insurance is unsettling. (I’m a dad to a toddler in daycare, and my wife’s nonprofit job offers atrocious health insurance. We’ve always depended on mine to carry our family of three.) But at this point, nothing is stable, and I’m wondering if contract opportunities offer a level of flexibility and even psychological safety that I haven’t experienced in my years working full time in toxic corporate environments. I’d love to hear about your experiences. What do you like and dislike? What works for you? What doesn’t?