LOL, had that loads of times. Toying with them now.
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What's the deal with overseas agents?
I had one in Zurich saying he needs two references before interview stage.Comment
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Originally posted by KentPhilip View PostWhat's the deal with overseas agents?
I had one in Zurich saying he needs two references before interview stage.
I'm getting pretty damn sick and tired of all of the bullsh*t to be honest...Signatures.....what's the point?Comment
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Originally posted by PaulCD View PostI'm getting pretty damn sick and tired of all of the bullsh*t to be honest...
I've given serious thought to answering my phone with "is this a real contract? because I'm about to go bankrupt so I don't need timewasters right now"
Of course things aren't that bad but it may force the phishers to show some humanity, then politely shrivel up and return to their dark holes. Then again, I think some agencies would take insult from this and refuse to deal with me again.Comment
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Originally posted by gingerjedi View PostJust received this:
You click on the link and it goes on to ask for previous contract info plus references.Comment
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Originally posted by CheeseSlice View PostIts not even amusing to me anymore. Wish they'd just p*ss off with these tactics.
I've given serious thought to answering my phone with "is this a real contract? because I'm about to go bankrupt so I don't need timewasters right now"
Of course things aren't that bad but it may force the phishers to show some humanity, then politely shrivel up and return to their dark holes. Then again, I think some agencies would take insult from this and refuse to deal with me again.
they'll note your desperation and quote lower rates next week when they do have a role, or not phone you at all.
yes, it's annoying, bite your lip and realise dealing with them is a necessary cost of doing business.Comment
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I know 99% of these calls are scams but in fairness I have to say my current contract necessitated me supplying two references upfront.
The agent in question (I'm not sure if we're allowed to name names here) is a stand-up bloke though, and he mentioned my previous managers name first in the conversation, so he wasn't just after fresh contacts.
I'm just saying that there are some genuine cases.Comment
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Originally posted by BrowneIssue View PostWTF has the agency staff got to do with humanity?Comment
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Please also prepare 2 references
The project will be based in Luxembourg . English Speaking. I am looking for strong experienced candidates. If you feel you can fit the role please call or email immediately. Please also prepare 2 references, there is no need to send these just yet But, if selected I will need to speak / email these tomorrow.Comment
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References issue
Agencies for contractors dont just ask for refs just to get leads, any agency worth their salt wanting leads will use the likes of linked in due to the fact that the person who you give as a reference is probably your best mate in the office and wouldn't lie anyway or the ref will be some jumped up idiot in HR.
1 of the main reasons is that fast paced agencies need to qualify that the contractor isn't a mad man because the client needs them onsite within a matter of hours.
The consultant needs to be able to honestly say to the client that the engineer has been checked out thouroughly so as not to make themselves look stupid and lose business if the contactor is an idiot.
If the job requires a lengthy interview process etc, then some of the threads below are right, you would only need to give refs when an offer is given.Comment
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