Benefits of taking a contract job when you're currently employed permanent?

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Originally Posted by leadingedge04

Hello,
I am current searching for a new job, and keep getting contacted for temp assignments. I don't understand the benefits or allure of taking a temp 6-12 month assignment over, taking a full time job or quitting my current job as a permanent employee for a temp job. For me, its the unknown, and to become unemployed after those months are over. Am I missing something or not understanding something? I do understand that you get paid a lot for a contract position, but I would expect the anxiety to be a lot for someone who knows it will be over in X months.
Thanks

Devil is always in the details of the contract. But for those that like contracts, they enjoy the variety of work you get to be involved in. Sort of take the monotony out of it.

But as you said, there is that lack of stability. But if you are good at what you do, it's not too hard to line up jobs based on referrals.

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Originally Posted by MSchemist80

There is no allure. Temp agencies are very aggressive in recruiting for their jobs because they suck and are everyone's last choice. They are bottom feeders.

Well you're kind of right, at least they offer a temporary job for people who are completely unemployed though.

OP you've no reason to be interested in a temporary job if you already have a permanent one. The only advantage would be if you were about to lose your current job for whatever reason or if it was a really good name to put on your resume and you had a long time ambition. Next time they e-mail or call you, tell them you aren't interested.