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Status Check: Big Tech Badge or FTE Security?
Core Conflict: Big Tech Contractor offers partial prestige and process exposure but no belonging/benefits; Small Biz FTE offers stability and ownership but limited platform/tech.
Decision Criteria
5
Resume Recognition
HR perception of contractor experience
4
Conversion Chance
Probability of converting to FTE
3
Benefits Gap
Canteen, badge access, holiday perks
4
Salary Level
Contractor premium vs. Small biz budget
5
Tech Depth
Access to core code vs. Edge cases
5
Stability
Risk of termination after project ends
3
Belonging
Second-class citizen vs. Ownership
3
Networking
Chance to meet Big Tech experts
2
Interview Bar
Entry threshold
4
Work Quality
Is it just body shop work?
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