Finally getting some full time remote roles after almost a year of just contracts. I’m excited to be doing OE again but I’m onboarding at two new places next week. One requires in person onboarding. Help give me your best tips. I know this part is only temporary but it feels overwhelming.

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That’s nice to hear, I’ve been doing contract roles since my last FT gig in 2023. I’m trying to secure a FT role this year

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I’m a beginner but I was thinking if I get really busy at one job, I’ll try to take a sick day at the other.

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I would totally do this if I wasn’t starting them at the same time.

Jumping in way late but I would do everything you can to not start the same week. Try and stagger as much as possible. This is when they will be paying the most attention

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