Originally posted by Cheshire Cat
View Post
- Visitors can check out the Forum FAQ by clicking this link. You have to register before you can post: click the REGISTER link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. View our Forum Privacy Policy.
- Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!
Agent question
Collapse
X
-
-
Speaking of fishing by agents, several times in the last couple of months I've been cold-called by agents who have spotted my CV on Jobserve. They invariably have a 10 minute chat, act like my best mate, say how great my CV is, and end up saying they'll email me with their contact details - but that email never arrives and I never hear from them again.
It's made me worried that, despite my (allegedly) great CV, something in my telephone manner is putting them off . Or is this normal dodgy agent behaviour?Comment
-
Originally posted by Kess View PostSpeaking of fishing by agents, several times in the last couple of months I've been cold-called by agents who have spotted my CV on Jobserve. They invariably have a 10 minute chat, act like my best mate, say how great my CV is, and end up saying they'll email me with their contact details - but that email never arrives and I never hear from them again.
It's made me worried that, despite my (allegedly) great CV, something in my telephone manner is putting them off . Or is this normal dodgy agent behaviour?Comment
-
Would it not be easier for Phishing Agents to send emails with embedded SpyWare that would in turn send them reports of Interviews etc by scanning the candidates email system ?
I imagine such an Agency Spyware item would be worth a lot on the black market.Comment
-
I always say I have loads of interviews lined up to show how in demand I am“Brexit is having a wee in the middle of the room at a house party because nobody is talking to you, and then complaining about the smell.”Comment
-
Originally posted by darmstadt View PostI always say I have loads of interviews lined up to show how in demand I am
This is a double-edge sword IMO - yes, it can show you are in demand, but agencies often won't progress your application if they think you are going to get a role somewhere else in the mean time with someone else - it's wasted effort on their part.Comment
-
It's worth playing down the other offers/interviews when first speaking to the pimp, such as "I have another interview lined up, the rate's good, but I'm not keen on the location/company/specific role etc" so the pimp thinks it's worth their effort to get you an interview, then if you get offered the gig, play up the advantages of the other offer (great rate, etc) so the pimp doesn't think you'll roll over and take whatever crappy rate they offer.Comment
-
Originally posted by Cheshire Cat View PostIt's worth playing down the other offers/interviews when first speaking to the pimp, such as "I have another interview lined up, the rate's good, but I'm not keen on the location/company/specific role etc" so the pimp thinks it's worth their effort to get you an interview, then if you get offered the gig, play up the advantages of the other offer (great rate, etc) so the pimp doesn't think you'll roll over and take whatever crappy rate they offer.
The Cat
The Cat
Comment
- Home
- News & Features
- First Timers
- IR35 / S660 / BN66
- Employee Benefit Trusts
- Agency Workers Regulations
- MSC Legislation
- Limited Companies
- Dividends
- Umbrella Company
- VAT / Flat Rate VAT
- Job News & Guides
- Money News & Guides
- Guide to Contracts
- Successful Contracting
- Contracting Overseas
- Contractor Calculators
- MVL
- Contractor Expenses
Advertisers
Contractor Services
CUK News
- Streamline Your Retirement with iSIPP: A Solution for Contractor Pensions Sep 1 09:13
- Making the most of pension lump sums: overview for contractors Sep 1 08:36
- Umbrella company tribunal cases are opening up; are your wages subject to unlawful deductions, too? Aug 31 08:38
- Contractors, relabelling 'labour' as 'services' to appear 'fully contracted out' won't dupe IR35 inspectors Aug 31 08:30
- How often does HMRC check tax returns? Aug 30 08:27
- Work-life balance as an IT contractor: 5 top tips from a tech recruiter Aug 30 08:20
- Autumn Statement 2023 tipped to prioritise mental health, in a boost for UK workplaces Aug 29 08:33
- Final reminder for contractors to respond to the umbrella consultation (closing today) Aug 29 08:09
- Top 5 most in demand cyber security contract roles Aug 25 08:38
- Changes to the right to request flexible working are incoming, but how will contractors be affected? Aug 24 08:25
Comment