I do hate agents who ask for rates.
I tend to ask what type of rate the candidate attracts or expects.
I expect this information before I'll disclose the clients expectations - if they're within, I'll explain that it's within the expectations - if it's higher, Ill explain that they're outside of budget, so if they want to work for the client, they'll need a re-think.
Contary to popular belief, if you are below budget, agents will usually reduce the rate to the client - if you're cheaper, you're more likely to get the gig.... I accept that there are agents who will try and pocket the difference, but most, would rather plaster the cracks in skillset, with additional days for the same budget..... remember - 30% of nothing, is still nothing - no matter what happens....
I tend to ask what type of rate the candidate attracts or expects.
I expect this information before I'll disclose the clients expectations - if they're within, I'll explain that it's within the expectations - if it's higher, Ill explain that they're outside of budget, so if they want to work for the client, they'll need a re-think.
Contary to popular belief, if you are below budget, agents will usually reduce the rate to the client - if you're cheaper, you're more likely to get the gig.... I accept that there are agents who will try and pocket the difference, but most, would rather plaster the cracks in skillset, with additional days for the same budget..... remember - 30% of nothing, is still nothing - no matter what happens....
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