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How Bootcamp Grads Can Thrive in Contract-to-Hire Roles
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the contract-to-hire path for bootcamp graduates, using the story of a 2024 data analytics bootcamp grad who landed a 6-month contract at a mid-sized logistics firm and converted to full-time with a 15% raise. They break down the trade-offs: higher hourly rates vs. lack of benefits, networking opportunities vs. job insecurity. Lucas shares specific negotiation tactics for contract positions, including how to ask for a 1099 rate that covers self-employment taxes. Luna points out that with tech layoffs still common in mid-2026, contract roles offer a…
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