Contract work or full-time employment? What to consider before deciding

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Contract roles can offer greater flexibility, opportunities to apply one's skills across different projects and higher earning potential, but may also come with less job security…

Contract roles can offer greater flexibility, opportunities to apply one's skills across different projects and higher earning potential, but may also come with less job security and periods without work.

Adulthood is not just one phase of life but comes in stages. Its many facets can be overwhelming, from managing finances and buying a home to achieving work-life balance and maintaining healthy relationships. In this series, CNA explores the challenges of being an adult, drawing on personal experiences and expert insights to help readers navigate them.

When I graduated from university at the tail end of 2022, I remember a feeling of uncertainty washing over me.

I wasn't sure which career path to take or what jobs were available given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic then.

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