Agency 1 phones me, fancy a 6 monther at 450. Agency 2 phones me about half an hour later offering the same role at 500. I had an attack of the integrity scruples, and told the second agency "sorry you were a little late". Am I a moron, or is I a moron?
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Originally posted by Mordac View PostAgency 1 phones me, fancy a 6 monther at 450. Agency 2 phones me about half an hour later offering the same role at 500. I had an attack of the integrity scruples, and told the second agency "sorry you were a little late". Am I a moron, or is I a moron? -
You are a moron if you believe that the figure you actually get offered if you land the gig is anything like the one the honest, trustworthy agent is telling you.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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We didn't this thread to identify your lift is not one that reaches the top floor
Get gig through agent 1 and then re-negotiate when it's time to sign contract.Comment
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Originally posted by The_Equalizer View PostPoint it out to agency one and ask for £475?His heart is in the right place - shame we can't say the same about his brain...Comment
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Originally posted by northernladuk View PostYou are a moron if you believe that the figure you actually get offered if you land the gig is anything like the one the honest, trustworthy agent is telling you.His heart is in the right place - shame we can't say the same about his brain...Comment
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Originally posted by oracleslave View Post... your lift is not one that reaches the top floor
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He's a Brexiter, what do you expect?Comment
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It's less than 10% btw.Comment
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Originally posted by Mordac View PostShe told me her % on top (not a euphemism, calm down lads) so I'd call that trustworthy enough. It's less than 10% btw.
Best comedy thread of the day.
Not the sharpest tool in the box, are you?Comment
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Originally posted by Mordac View Post
Agency 1 phones me, fancy a 6 monther at 450. Agency 2 phones me about half an hour later offering the same role at 500. I had an attack of the integrity scruples, and told the second agency "sorry you were a little late". Am I a moron, or is I a moron?Work in the public sector? Read the IR35 FAQ hereComment
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