[ownagefool]

Also people should probably note:

Contractors do not have: > job protection > holiday pay > sick pay > easy access to finance

Just like in SV, those getting the high rates get it because they're cocky enough to ask for it. If you do not feel confident you can stay employed at those prices based on your skillset and, more importantly, your personality, you should probably deeply consider the risk vs reward. Essentially, don't come crying to me if you can't make rent, but believe me, those rates are available, just check jobserve.

On the other hand, I'm a contractor, I don't do overtime without getting paid based on my daily.