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    #11
    Originally posted by ckms View Post
    They are asking for a 1 hour presentation... realistically a full days work. I called the agent and told her, thanks for the opportunity but I won't be investing my time in this. I'm out!
    Were the agency understanding in this?
    The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't exist

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      #12
      Originally posted by LondonManc View Post
      Were the agency understanding in this?
      She was being diplomatic towards her client but yes she did think it was over the top

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        #13
        In my last round of looking, I said goodbye to a few that wanted presentations, aptitude testing etc (thank god )

        I like the clients that want to get in and talk about the project, not what my approach to a difficult situation 8 years ago was.
        ⭐️ Gold Star Contractor

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          #14
          Well I said no to the presentation and yesterday I landed a 3 month direct contract elsewhere on the back of a 30 minute coffee meeting! ... Exactly how it should be

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            #15
            Originally posted by ckms View Post
            Well I said no to the presentation and yesterday I landed a 3 month direct contract elsewhere on the back of a 30 minute coffee meeting! ... Exactly how it should be
            Well done you

            My current gig (albeit likely to be ending soon), which was on the back of a 15 min telephone chat, has lasted 2 years
            Do what thou wilt

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