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How Bootcamp Grads Can Negotiate Their First Remote Contract
Episode 92 of The Career Change Podcast focuses on one of the most overlooked skills for bootcamp graduates entering the remote workforce: negotiating contract terms beyond just the hourly rate. Lucas and Luna break down the specific tactics used by a former bootcamp grad who landed a six-month contract with a fintech startup in mid-2026. They discuss how to leverage competing offers, negotiate for equity clawbacks, and structure payment milestones. The episode includes a real-world example of a data engineering contractor who negotiated a 20 percent rate increase plus a completion bonus by…
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