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I created this course to help IT professionals learn all there is to know about IT contracting based on more than 27 years experience as a successful IT contractor all over the UK, Europe, Asia & Australia.
So many IT professionals I know get stuck in their “permanent” jobs, either expecting or hoping things will improve, waiting for that non-existent pay rise, that elusive bonus, or that great opportunity. The things we’re hoping for often don’t materialise and then you realise years have literally flown by.
I know, because I was exactly the same back in 1994. I felt underpaid, undervalued, unhappy, restricted by the work I was forced to do, the lack of holidays, the lack of control, and I knew the company didn’t care about me. It all culminated in me taking them to court (you can hear why on the course!).
I created this content to help those of you that are maybe only a few steps behind me (in the contracting sense), so you can learn everything I know about contracting and about being a successful IT contractor. You’ll learn everything I’ve picked up along the way, the mistakes I’ve made, the highs and the lows, I’ve included it all, nothing is held back.
The course is professionally shot and live edited, with full professional sound facilities. It’s an interview style, fast-paced interactive course covering a lot of crucial content, where my colleague Theo asks all the questions you (as the viewer) might want to ask. Theo is a former professional TV presenter who now runs his own video production company.
I truly believe that if you’re interested in becoming an IT contractor then this course can help to change your life. I’ve already helped many people transform their lives, providing them with more money, more freedom, more time and more confidence.
I look forward to seeing you on the inside!
David Gerrish
IT Contracting Academy
** BONUS **
I have also included the AUDIO files (.m4a) for each of the modules, so you can download them to your devices and listen again and again, whenever and wherever you like. Perfect for the commute to work, in the car, or down the gym.
Mini-Webinar Series - 10 Reasons Why You're Not an IT Contractor (Yet!)
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1Course Introduction
A quick introduction to the course including:
Summary of the 8 foundations
How IT contracting changed my life (and could transform yours too)
The things holding you back from IT contracting (that held me back too!)
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2Module 1 - IT Contracting Fundamentals
In this module we cover the following:
What is IT contracting?
Why do companies use IT contractors?
How do they do it?
The important stuff:
Show me the money!
Contract length
How you get paid
The dreaded IR35?
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3Module 2 - Is IT Contracting Right for You?
In this module we cover the following:
Some amazing statistics (honest!)
Does anyone want you?
Have you got what it takes?
Disadvantages of IT contracting
Advantages of IT contracting
Worse case scenarios
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4Module 3 - Preparing for IT Contracting
In this module we cover the following:
Creating a killer CV
Visas & work permits
Umbrella or Limited Company?
Bank accounts
Insurance you need
Essential equipment for an IT contractor
Your online presence
Accountants
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5Module 4 - Accountants & Finances
In this module we cover the following:
How to choose an accountant
What they will & won't do for you
How to be more tax efficient
Business expenses you can claim
Demo of online accountancy package
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6Module 5 - Getting Your 1st IT Contract
In this module we cover the following:
When is the "right time" to go IT contracting?
Skills perfection
How to market yourself effectively
The best websites for IT contracts
How to handle recruitment agencies
Mastering interviews
Signing your 1st IT contract
How to quit your permanent job
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7Module 6 - In-Between IT Contracts
In this module we cover the following:
Don't panic!
Reality check
Planning your time off
Enjoy life
Bucket lists
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8Module 7 - Getting Your Next IT Contract
In this module we cover the following:
When should you start looking?
Leaving your current contract
What to update
Organised searching
Problems & how to solve them
Finalising your next contract
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9Module 8 - IT Contracting Away From Home
In this module we cover the following:
Why?
Contracting abroad
Preparation & planning
Pros & cons
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10Course Summary
Closing comments to the course