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Agents Reluctance to put stuff in writing
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Originally posted by sgxluk View PostIs it just me, or have agents become more reluctant recently to deal with everyone by email & put things in writing?
* personalised with first name in the email body (except the one below), I do wonder if they have automated spam engines to take care of that now as it seems more common.
This was my fav.:Subject: CV through LinkedIn
Hello
I found your CV through LinkedIn but unfortunately I am unable to load a PDF on to are database, would it be possible for you to send me a word doc?
Kind Regards
NatalieComment
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Ah well yes, they're quite happy sending out emails with gigs that dont even match ones skillset & being over-familiar.On the rare occasion you reply saying "Yes, lets do it" then they're not to fond of email. Strange beings!Comment
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Originally posted by Contreras View PostHad you not agreed a rate do you think it would have been more likely, or less likely, to receive a follow up email?Comment
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