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AÜG: A Comprehensive Guide to Labour Leasing in Germany by Ashling McGovern

Hiring international contract professionals can bring many benefits to an organisation, from expanding their skills profile to meeting demands for...

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Major Shake-Up for EOR Services: Germany’s New AÜG Labour Leasing Laws Explained by Ashling McGovern

Engaging international contract professionals can offer a business numerous advantages, including expanding and diversifying its skills profile,...

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Top 10 Most Expensive Countries for International Contractors to Live and Work by Ashling McGovern

Are you considering working abroad as an international contractor, digital nomad or freelance professional? Or are you an organisation looking to...

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Grow Globally, Stay Compliant: The Essential Guide to Hiring Remote Workers Abroad by Ashling McGovern

Hiring workers across key international markets can be an excellent solution for businesses wanting to expand their operations internationally...

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Changes to the 30% Ruling: What You Need to Know for 2025! by Ashling McGovern

In recent weeks, the Dutch government unveiled its Tax Package to the House of Representatives as part of its 2025 budget. Among the proposals...

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Netherlands Freelancer Crackdown: How the 2025 DBA Act Will Hit Non-Compliant Organisations! by Ashling McGovern

Major changes are on the way for those who engage with or work as freelancers in the Netherlands. Failure to comply with these changes can result in...

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The 3 C's of engaging Global talent by Francis Maye

When you're engaging international contractors and employees, it's vital to keep the "3C's" in mind..... Cost, Complexity, and Compliance.

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A Guide to Getting Paid and Ensuring Tax Compliance in Denmark by Ashling McGovern

For international contractors, getting paid on time is of the utmost importance. Many factors should be considered to help ensure this and achieve...

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Expanding your business internationally? How employing an EOR can help. by Ashling McGovern

Setting off on the global expansion of a business is an exciting undertaking that can present a company with a broader and more diverse customer base...

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A Guide to Germany's Tax Classes by Ashling McGovern

One of the most imperative compliance factors for employed contractors working in Germany is tax compliance. Understanding the tax classes in Germany...

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Navigating Uncertainty: The Future of Freelancing in the Netherlands by Ashling McGovern

A recent article by the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) has highlighted that over a third of self-employed individuals in the Netherlands have...

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What's the difference between an EOR and an AOR? by Ashling McGovern

Hiring international contractors can be an excellent way for an organisation to expand their team across different countries and find talented and...

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Empowering Digital Transformation: The Vital Role of Contract Workers in German Companies: by Ashling McGovern

Findings suggest contractors are essential in driving digital transformation within German businesses. A 2023 report by Institut der deutschen...

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New Work Permit Regulations in Ireland: What They Mean for International Contractors by Ashling McGovern

Ireland has become one of the latest countries to amend/introduce new working permit regulations to attract foreign talent and address the needs of...

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Why Correct Contractor Classification Matters by Ashling McGovern

An organisation can reap many benefits from hiring a full-time contractor, such as flexibility, cost, and expertise. However, it is imperative to...

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The EU AI Act: What is it, and what does it mean for contractors and freelance professionals? by Ashling McGovern

The EU's Artificial Intelligence Act came into effect recently. But what is this new objective, and how will it affect contractors and freelance...

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Could German contractors see a pay increase? by Ashling McGovern

With salaries and wages among full-time employees in Germany increasing in 2023 from the previous year, the question is whether contractors and...

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German Government proposes tax cuts for skilled foreign workers by Ashling McGovern

As a leading economic power in Europe, Germany presents exciting prospects for international contractors and recruitment agencies placing...

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The Freelance Generation: How Gen Z are turning to freelance opportunities by Ashling McGovern

Are Gen Z the freelance generation? The youngest generation in the current workforce is embracing careers in freelancing. A recent survey from Upwork...

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Navigating Tax Compliance and Payment Structures: A Guide for International Contractors in Spain: by Ashling McGovern

Known for its food, warm climate, culture, and work-life balance, Spain has long been a popular destination for ex-pats seeking to experience life in...

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Mitigating Risk & Finding the Correct Visa for You: A Guide to Working as an International Contractor in Spain: by Ashling McGovern

Located in the southwestern Mediterranean, Spain is an excellent destination for those seeking a better work-life balance and a warm climate....

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A Guide to Spain's Digital Nomad Visa by Ashling McGovern

In January 2023, Spain's government introduced a new visa for digital nomads. Introduced under the country's new startup act, which aims to promote...

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2024 sees AI usage increase in the workplace by Ashling McGovern

Is the rise in AI contributing to a more significant tech skills gap? Recent studies and publications suggest that this may be the case. The increase...

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What is an Agent of Record (AOR)? by Ashling McGovern

Engaging effectively with the contingent workforce is crucial for talent suppliers looking to grow. One strategic way to streamline this process is...

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Growing opportunities for skilled contractors in the renewable energy and sustainability sectors. by Ashling McGovern

Recent findings suggest an upward trend in the opportunities for those working in sustainability and renewable energy sectors. A 2024 report by the...

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Estonia's digital nomad visa - Everything you need to know. by Ashling McGovern

With its affordable living costs, digital infrastructure, and low crime rate, Estonia can be an attractive location for international contractors and...

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Euro 2024 Competition by Ashling McGovern

As the excitement builds for Euro 2024, we're excited to announce our EURO 2024 competition that will have recruiters cheering their teams fortunes...

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Demand for skilled contractors saw an increase in 2023 by Ashling McGovern

As we head into the middle of 2024, the demand for skilled contractors worldwide continues to increase, following the trend observed in 2023. Many...

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How to ensure compliance as a Digital Nomad by Ashling McGovern

For those looking to pursue an international career, gain experience working for a variety of different companies and/or achieve a better work-life...

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Italy’s New Digital Nomad Visa Debuts by Ashling McGovern

Remote work has become increasingly popular in recent years. With it, we have seen an increase in the number of workers pursuing their careers...

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Tips for Success as an International Contractor by Ashling McGovern

International contracting can be an attractive opportunity for those pursuing their career abroad, and it offers numerous benefits such as higher...

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The 3C's of International Contractor Compliance - Insights from 3C Global Group by Ashling McGovern

Navigating the complexities of international contractor management presents unique challenges, especially for recruitment agencies and end-user...

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Key distinctions between hiring a full-time employee and a self-employed contractor. by Ashling McGovern

There are many distinct differences between hiring a self-employed contractor and a full-time employee. Throughout this piece, we will explore the...

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What distinguishes AUG from EOR? by Ashling McGovern

Hiring international contractors can be an excellent way for an organisation to expand their team across different countries and find talented and...

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Happy Easter from 3C Global by Ashling McGovern

Happy Easter from the team at 3C Global! With the Easter period starting in Europe this week, a number of public holidays will influence our working...

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Proposed new guidelines could see contractors get paid in less than 10 seconds. by Ashling McGovern

New regulations seek to ensure a ten-second maximum time frame for euro credit transfers.

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How to look after your well-being when working as a contractor by Ashling McGovern

There are multiple benefits to contracting and freelancing. Those who choose to contract as a career path do so to achieve a better work-life...

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The Benefits of Networking For Contractors by Ashling McGovern

There are multiple benefits for contractors and freelancers of utilising the power of networking. Networking is essential in the working world and...

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What is an Employer of Record (EOR)? by Ashling McGovern

There are many benefits to international contracting, both for organisations and contractors. Hiring international contractors can help organisations...

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Potential disruptions ahead this weekend for SEPA Payments across Europe (15-17th March 24) by Ashling McGovern

Potential disruptions ahead this weekend effecting ALL EU Banks for SEPA Payments across Europe

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St. Patrick's Day - 2024 by Francis Maye

This forthcoming Sunday, the 17th of March 2023, is an international day of celebration across the world to honour St. Patrick, who is not only the...

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Essential factors for recruiters to consider when placing contractors abroad by Ashling McGovern

Essential factors for recruiters to consider when placing contractors abroad:

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What is the EES? And how will it affect travel between the EU and UK? by Ashling McGovern

What is the EES? And how will it affect travel between the EU and UK?

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Have you overstayed the 90-day Limit? Risks of overstaying your stay in the Schengen zone of Europe as a non-EU Citizen. by Ashling McGovern

Have you overstayed the 90-day Limit? Risks of overstaying your stay in the Schengen zone of Europe as a non-EU Citizen.

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How to plan for Annual Leave, Illness and Holidays as a Self-Employed Contractor by Ashling McGovern

How to plan for Annual Leave, Illness and Holidays as a Self-Employed Contractor

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What is the 183-day rule? And how does it impact contractors? by Ashling McGovern

What is the 183-day rule? And how does it impact contractors?

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A Guide to Contracting in Malta by Ashling McGovern

Nestled in the Mediterranean Sea and located just below Italy and Sicily and just above the Northern African of Libya, the archipelago country of...

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The Netherlands announce 17 changes to country's tax system by Ashling McGovern

The Dutch Second Chamber of Parliament recently approved 17 amendments to the country's tax system.

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Should I become a contractor? We break down the pros and cons of contracting by Ashling McGovern

Should I become a contractor? We break down the pros and cons of contracting.

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Planning on hiring contractors In Germany? What you need to know: by Ashling McGovern

Planning on hiring contractors In Germany? What you need to know:

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30 per cent ruling to be confined from 2024 after a vote by Dutch MPs by Ashling McGovern

30 per cent ruling to be confined from 2024 after a vote by Dutch MPs

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How to maintain a positive outlook between contracting jobs by Ashling McGovern

How to Maintain a positive outlook between contracting Jobs:

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How generative AI will affect freelance employment opportunities: by Ashling McGovern

How generative AI will affect freelance employment opportunities:

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Earthquake in Turkey and Syria by 3C

As a business with a number of connections from Turkish and Syrian backgrounds, our heartfelt sympathy goes to all of those affected by the terrible...

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3C Global expands EOR coverage to include USA - From NY to HI by Francis Maye

3C Global Group, a leading provider of international employment and contractor engagement solutions to specialist contractors, the...

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Celebration for 3C Global after being granted AÜG licence in Germany by 3C

Leading international contractor management company 3C Global has successfully been granted an Arbeitnehmerüberlassung (often abbreviated to AÜG or...

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Celebrating 5 years of 3C Global by 3C

It is 5 years since we gave birth to 3C Global and went to market, and what a fun journey it has been so far!

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New accolade for 3C Global as firm awarded Trusted Partner status by APSCo by 3C

We're very happy to announce that we have been awarded Trusted Partner status by the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo).

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Global Tax Evasion Totals 427bn USD Per Annum by Sarah Fitzgerald

Global tax evasion accounts for a loss of revenue totalling 427bn USD per year, according to reports by UK-based campaigning group, Tax Justice...

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Donald Trump to fall foul of the 183 day rule? by Sarah Fitzgerald

Contractors and recruiters regularly face queries on the 183 day rule in various countries and what it means in regards to tax residence. However,...

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Germany's famous church tax revenue drops significantly during covid by Sarah Fitzgerald

Contractors working in Germany will be very familiar with its unique church tax (Kirchensteuer).

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Those who work remotely should be taxed more - Deutsche Bank by Sarah Fitzgerald

A controversial proposal put forward by Deutsche Bank could see those who work from home paying a higher rate of tax.

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Suspected tax evasion investigation probe after lavish wedding by Sarah Fitzgerald

An investigation has been launched in relation to the source of a Pakistani businessman’s wealth, after it was discovered that his daughter’s wedding...

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New tax and expenses proposals to help aid remote workers in Ireland by Sarah Fitzgerald

In Ireland, new tax and expense arrangements in relation to working from home are being considered as part of a new government strategy due to be...

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76% of contractors reject AÜG in favour of independence by Francis Maye

Despite the challenges the current Covid-19 pandemic has provided, contractors working in Germany continue to reject the AÜG (leased employment)...

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Contracting in Germany remains resilient during COVID-19 by 3C

Opportunities for contractors in Germany have remained resilient despite the economic impact of the global pandemic, according to a study from the...

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Germany’s rules on Dual Nationality may be a threat to UK National contractors by Sarah Fitzgerald

From 1 January 2021, Britons living and contracting in Germany may no longer be eligible to work there, as they will no longer be regarded as EU...

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65 is the new 20 - German Labour force is getting older by 3C

In some news that will be of interest to recruiters who work in the German market, the Labour force here is getting older.

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Switzerland Votes To Retain Free Movement Within EU by Sarah Fitzgerald

In a Swiss referendum held on September 27 last, sixty-two percent (62%) of the Swiss population voted against the termination of an agreement that...

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Positive news from Denmark as number of job adverts soar to pre-covid levels by Sarah Fitzgerald

The number of new job advertisements posted online soared in September with 24,900 new job listings, according to Danish job board Jobindex. This is...

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Geneva to introduce minimum wage of 4086 CHF per month by Sarah Fitzgerald

On 27 September 2020, half a million people in the Swiss city of Geneva voted in favour of introducing a minimum wage of 4,086 Swiss francs...

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Spanish government to regulate remote working by 3C

Most contractors who are working from home during this current Covid period may be able to claim part or all of their home working costs as tax...

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3C Global joins APSCo (the Association of Professional Staffing Companies) by Sarah Fitzgerald

After passing the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) robust assessment process, 3C Global, leading international contractor...

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Tax fraud crackdown in Germany by Sarah Fitzgerald

The government in Germany is establishing a new tax fraud and tax evasion unit. This comes after evidence which emerged during the high profile...

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Contractor’s Alleged “Accidental” IT Security Breach in NYPD by Sarah Fitzgerald

In the US, an IT contractor has been released without charge after allegations that he “accidentally” uploaded and transmitted a virus onto the New...

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Social security rate hike for contractors averted in Poland by Sarah Fitzgerald

The Polish exchequer is now likely to be facing a deficit in 2020, following the decision by the country’s ruling Law and Justice Party (PiS) to...

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Social security rates to rise in Slovakia for contractors in 2020 by Sarah Fitzgerald

Changes to the minimum social insurance premiums payable by freelancers and contractors in Slovakia will take effect in January 2020.

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IT Contractor found innocent of tax evasion by tribunal by Sarah Fitzgerald

It has been reported that a UK-based contractor has been wrongly pursued by Her Majesty Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for unpaid taxes. According to an...

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Potential income boost may be on the way for freelancers in Germany by Sarah Fitzgerald

The government in Germany is facing increased pressure to abolish the "solidarity tax" as groups rally to try to force its abolition in what may be a...

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Massive shock as 200 contractors set to lose contracts with Novartis in Ireland by Sarah Fitzgerald

Novartis’ Global Restructuring Responsible for Loss of 200 Contractor Jobs in Co. Cork, Ireland

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Dutch social security monitoring system under fire from UN rapporteur by Sarah Fitzgerald

An automated system designed to detect social security fraud in the Netherlands has come under fire by the UN Human Rights and Poverty rapporteur,...

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Netherlands to tackle discriminatory recruitment processes by Sarah Fitzgerald

Recruiters in the Netherlands are warned to ensure that their recruitment processes are transparent and non-discriminatory

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Switzerland and UAE removed from EU tax “Blacklist” by Sarah Fitzgerald

On Friday 11 October 2019, it was reported that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Switzerland have been removed from the EU “grey list” of tax...

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French govt. plan to scan social media for tax avoidance causes huge alarm by Sarah Fitzgerald

Contractors working in France are urged to ensure that their financial and tax affairs are in order after the French government recently announced...

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New Danish PM vows to combat tax fraud by Francis Maye

“I pay my tax in the belief that you pay yours. I pay for your doctor’s visit, in the belief that you pay for mine. In Denmark we don’t have gold...

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Italian government to wage war on tax dodgers - Contractors take note by Sarah Fitzgerald

"Tax evasion is one of our country’s greatest plagues. The government is working on measures that have never been adopted before” - Italian Prime...

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Brexit Shakes Confidence of UK Freelance Sector by Sarah Fitzgerald

Uncertainty regarding how Brexit could affect freelance work is having a negative impact on those who work within the sector according to research...

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Contractor Professional Indemnity Cover: Better Safe Than Sorry by Sarah Fitzgerald

As a recruiter, you would like to believe that everyone you put forward to your client for hire on a contract basis is honest and trustworthy.

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Westside Community Football Club by Francis Maye

Westside Community Football Club in Wandsworth, South West London, was founded in 1996. The club has grown to 30 womens and mens teams with 400...

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8 things to think about before contracting in Germany by Sarah Fitzgerald

Wilkommen! You’ve secured a contract in Germany – congratulations! Now you need to know about some of the customs and traditions of this fine...

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How to avoid contract search burnout by Sarah Fitzgerald

As a contractor, we at 3C Global are all too aware that it can sometimes be challenging to find your next contract. Having to be in self-promotion...

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Top 10 most competitive economies in Europe for contractors by Sarah Fitzgerald

Whether you are trying to decide where to base your next contract adventure, or seeking out potential new recruits, perhaps you should consider...

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The 15 most expensive cities in the world to contract in by Sarah Fitzgerald

As a contractor, there are many factors to consider when choosing where to work. In addition to finding a contract that suits your skill-set, you...

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Rising demand for IT contractors in Germany by Sarah Fitzgerald

According to a study conducted by the Computerwoche*, a weekly German magazine for those working in the area of IT, there is a particularly high...

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AEOI standard could spark IOU’S & UOU’S for contractors by Francis Maye

After many years of discussion, a new international standard on the Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) was implemented.

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Hungary for success by Francis Maye

Could Hungary become the next big market for international recruiters?

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EU sets tax haven blacklist criteria by Francis Maye

Following the publishing of the panama papers, the EU vowed to draw up a blacklist of tax havens that are resisting moves on global tax transparency.

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Lost in translation - Idioms that make no sense in English by Sarah Fitzgerald

When you work on a contract basis, the world is your oyster! Of course, by this we mean that there are countless contracting opportunities out there...

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Age is no barrier for German head-hunters by Francis Maye

Recently officials from Germany’s employment agency, Bundesagentur für Arbeitin, went to Finland to showcase opportunities in Germany at the TalentIT...

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French President Emmanuel Macron Encourages Self-Employment in New Reforms by Sarah Fitzgerald

Newly elected president of France Emmanuel Macron is a breath of fresh air for both contractors and their would-be recruiters. Macron is set to...

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25 Most Sought-After Skills In Global Contracting by Francis Maye

As either a contractor or a recruiter, we here at 3C Global believe that it’s essential to keep your ‘finger on the pulse’ and to observe which...

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