i work through a contracting agency, i'm kind of a temp, but not really. though i rarely ever see anyone from the contracting agency, they are the ones that pay me for the work i do and give me my benefits. the company then, that i work at pays my contracting agency per hour for me and the contracting agency pays me, (i get just a little over 50% of it!!!) the weird thing is, is that i am not allowed to talk to the company that i work at, how much the agency is paying me. so my boss who sees how hard i work doesn't realize that i am barely making a living wage! i'm not sure about how to do this. i literally am living from paycheck to paycheck and i just graduated from a private university with a bachelors in chemistry and i live in omaha, so i should not be struggling for money!!!!
210081
easy, simply slip in your bosses office tell him that you need extra cash for important things like bills, and hope that he understands. but try to say it in a nice way or you can get fired. if that doesnt work then go look for another job that pays more.(but dont quit until you get the other job)
6165
If you are willing to get your foot in the door someplace, you should try going to a Temp agency. People think that these agencies are taboo and that you won't make a lot of money, but people don't realize that you make the decision to work someplace or not, and you make your own salary requirements. \n\nI hired a couple of temps through an agency that were making $32-40/per hour with the agency. The great opportunity that you have is that you will find employment at various places and meet your future colleagues. If you don't like the environment, you can simply ask the agency to place you someplace else. When you find a company that fits you the best, keep your eye open for job openings. When employers have positions available, and they know your work ethic and demeanor, you will have an advantage over the resume droppers.\n\nBest of luck and keep trying!
147457
Bring up a lawsuit against them with well documented hours of work and some from of job description and any pay stubs.  I hate that I am telling you this, but I do not like it when people abuse their weaknesses. Once a lawsuit is brought up they normally get a temp work VISA to stay in the country until is is settled, but by then most are able to find a better job and able to get extensions.  Had one subcontracts employee sue an apartment and got a work visa out of it. It is some times a risk, but you your friends case it just might work.  contact a good lawyer and you just might pull if off.
513293
First of all, a verbal contract is not a way to contract anyone. It demonstrates that they don't want any compromise with you and your future. Therefore, I don't see why you worry so much about them.\n\nSecond, they receive money because you're there, but they don't acquire any rights on that money. This money is suposed to help them pay your salary. Therefore, if they don't pay a salary, they don't receive financial help for it. To some extent, it's a help for you while you work there. They cannot sue you for that, nor request any money from you. \n\nIt's obvious that they need someone to replace you, or need to do something that convinces you to stay. \n\nAnyway, if I were your boss, I would greatly acknowledge you talked to me as soon as possible about this; and even would like you to suggest someone that would fit in that place (If you knew someone). This way you would help to minimise the inconveniences of your going somewhere else.
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If you compete only on price then you are on a downward spiral. If you get the contract at a low price then someone else will come along who will offer to do it cheaper yet. It is a losing strategy.\n\nWhy not explain that your workers have been trained to do a thorough job and are very careful with their client's property? If you compete on value you could get the job and still make a profit.
644083
Been there. All you get is crappy hourly jobs, stuff you don't want to do, looking for bigger and better but nothing coming about? sound about right? I have no real suggestion for you other than to keep plugging away. I went through about a 6-7 month stretch of what you're going through. It came to a point where, I was living in Pittsburgh at the time, I said, what's here for me? I looked around and saw that the only I apparently was worth was some menial sh*it job paying 9/hr. I moved since and have landed a nice comfy job in mortgage as a loan officer. if you're comfortable with straight commission the ngive it a try. I'll tell you now to stop wasting your time with the temp agencies. They don't realy give a sh*it about YOUR interests, only their desire to fill a slot by the end of the week. Once in a blue moon they will come across something you'll be interested in but very rarely will that happen. Just keep them on the hook for now but don't burn that bridge just yet. There are placement agencies that deal with more professional positions out there. They still are temp agencies but do more salary and higher positions than the temp agencies do. The ones that come to mind are Robert Half and Officeteam and Manpower. See if there are any in your area and give them a try. Other wise, keep doing the Monster/HotJobs/Careerbuilder thing until something catches your eye. When something does, milk it as if it were you're only hope for work. redo your resume to what they want to hear. Since you've had lots of various experiience, mix and match your skillset until it fits what they are looking for. Also, network. use your friends and family members and see if there are any opening they know of. The old saying holds true that it's not what you know but who you know. If you're looking for something along the lines of exp you've had, look at Aerotech. they specialize in fields of work similar to what your background is.
106635
Can I work for you?  I hope so, because I can't wait to sue you into the ground.  Without a contract, you open the door to everything and anything someone can dream up.  You're taking an obscene risk not using an employment contract.  Without a contract, it's totally he said-she said, and you have no defense if some claim arises against you.  Contracts aren't "fussy", they simply state the expectations of each party.  They are meant to ensure everyone understands what is required of them.\n\nAnd if someone won't sign a contract with you (assuming it's a reasonable contract), then you don't want them working for you anyway.
199962
Wow, sounds like a pickle.  First off have you confronted them on the issue of the contractual statement you both signed and agreed upon?? You need to confront them firmly on that and ask them if they themselves are breaking the contract.  Act like a lawyer and get tough.  You have your rights and as long as you are paying the agreed amount within the time limit given, you are should be legally safe.  Whether or not they are a legit agency that plays by the rules is another story.  \nTry contacting some government agencies regarding rights and commerce.  Try the phone book, online and through the library.  Even try the ACLU and ask them if they can refer to you the proper support network and then get some support.  Every large town should have a group that does free or low cost legal advice as well as representation.  Try those!  \n\nAlso, ask them why they are doing this beyond collecting the alloted amount that you are legally expected to pay.  Question them, challenge them...call them on the spot about what they are doing.  If they insist, tell them you are seeking legal counsel to see if what they are doing is legal?  \n\nJust get tenacious and find out from every free source what you need to, to protect yourself.  You have rights, remember that!
611451
let me just ask this, why exactly do we need to do a job when we have to pay to get it. We do a job for a payment , not by giving a payment.\nThere's this site Directfreelance.com , this also lists hoards of jobs but you have to cough up money to see the recruiter's details.\nLet me just say - these paid sites are scams.
422728
Work placement agencies generally deal in temporary employment. They hire you and then send you to different places. Expect the pay to be a lot less than if you had been hired by the company itself as the agency charges these companies a huffy fee\nEveryone I've talked to and who have posted their resume online have never received a position from an private company. Most have received offers from temp agencies though. They ask you to come in saying they have all these wonderful positions and want to talk to you. Once you're in their office they ask you a million questions and have you do testing  to see what level you perform at according to their standards. The only jobs you are likely to receive are though temporary ones.\nYou are must better off attending career fairs and doing your own research on companies that are hiring.
104512
just do the job you are paid to do.does someone have to be watching you every minute?\nand we wonder why the companies are going elsewhere where people give 70 cents work for 70 cents pay.i wonder if they make special effort to cheat their boss? probably not.
173879
check and see if your job has  insurance.If you make that much a week they want you to pay your own bills.Unless you go to a free clinic and don't tell them you have a job.
329524
Dear _______\n\nI have enjoyed working for you the past 4 years.  I have gained much knowledge and experience.  In that time I have been a loyal employee and have a good record of employment with you.\n\nMy current rate of pay is $_________ per _____.  I have not had a raise since _______.  During that time, my expenses for gas, and mileage have continued to increase, so it costs me more to do the same work for you as before.\n\nI am asking for a cost of living wage increase.  I think $_______ is reasonable.  That is only a ______% increase from what I am making now.  It is in line with what other companies are paying to someone working with my experience.\n\nThank you in advance for responding quickly to my request.\n\nI am available to discuss this in your office at your earliest convenience.\n\nSincerely,\n\nYour Faithful Employee
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Talk to your boss about it first, maybe it was just a mistake, but as the employer they have to pay you when you should be paid or at least give you an advance, as far as I know anyways, talk to your local labor board about it or check online for the laws if anything.
352773
I worked for La Weight Loss and don't expect nothing big.  Just pure BS every week.  You would have a weekly goal to make and your commision is based on that.  You get a base salary.  I use to make my goal and more on a regular basis and I never pushed no one into buying something they don't want.  In my area that I worked we only got 2% commision.  It is not worth it at all.
655642
First, is this a contract that you entered into without an agency?  If you used an agency, you probably signed something that indicated that you couldn't apply through company directly without a waiting period or something to that effect.  Talk to your agency first.\n\nIf it's a contract that you acquired independently, just simply mention you noticed there is an opening for a "POSITION" and I am interested.  What do I need to do to apply.  Have not FEAR!  Seek and you shall receive.  Nothing beats a failure, but a try.  If you don't ask, you will never know.  Right?\n\nGo for it, best wishes!
88713
If it were me I would arrange a meeting with my boss to find out why I am not being paid equally with others in my office.  But do it unemotionally.  That's important.  If you don't get a satisfactory answer then get your resume out there.  Don't threaten to leave your present job.  I'm sure you still want that income until you find something else.  Good luck!