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Should you take a contract job in IT?

In today’s episode, I’m answering a listener question:
“I’ve been looking at contract roles… what are your thoughts?”

Contract roles can look attractive — especially with higher hourly pay — but like anything in tech, there are trade-offs.

In this video, I break down:

✅ 3 Major Advantages of IT Contract Roles
❌ 3 Major Disadvantages of IT Contract Roles

We cover:

• Higher earning potential (and the tax/benefits caveat)
• Faster skill accumulation across multiple infrastructures
• Flexibility and networking opportunities
• Income instability and benefit trade-offs
• Job uncertainty and contract risk
• Long-term depth vs breadth in your career

If you’re in help desk, trying to pivot into cloud or cybersecurity, or just evaluating your next move in IT — this episode will help you think strategically about whether contract work fits your season.

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