Ok so I'm in the midst of a job search but am starting to run low on savings so I signed up for contract work with some of the Big 4. What happens if I get a job offer while I'm in the middle of a contract job? Will it irreparably burn a bridge if I leave a contract job early for a permanent job elsewhere?

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Should be something in the contract you can check into. A lot of times it’s the same as giving a weeks notice. Most folks (if they’re sane and normal) would be very happy to hear you landed a full time gig.

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Maybe they will extend you an offer if they Iike you enough

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Try to get through your busy season or project and negotiate start dates. I did contract work and was offered a nice role here. Has been a good experience as an SM. YMMV

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How did you manage to sign up as a contractor? Just wondering what you do and what the mechanics were.

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It wasn't difficult but truth be told I've interviewed with some of these companies before while I was employed elsewhere and submitted my resume as backup in case the "permanent" job didn't work out. I updated my resume, recorded industry in a job and got an email the following business day.

It's also helps that we're heading into busy season...

You don’t have to stay the full length of the contract. Your contract should spell it out how much notice you need to give.

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How much do you have in savings? What do people consider low in savings

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