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"I'm afraid due to the new security rules we need a copy of your passport and the names of your last two project managers before we can put you through to interview"If you think my attitude stinks, you should smell my fingers.Comment
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"client loved you at interview, but they have said they will not be able to offer the rate agreed. Will you take xx pounds per hour?"I am not qualified to give the above advice!
The original point and click interface by
Smith and Wesson.
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Have you been put forward for any other similar roles elsewhere?
What is your current rate?
Would you consider any permanent roles?
Do you know Fred Bloggs or Jane Smith at Present Client Plc?
(No but I usually give them the names of two security guards who work at
front entrance.
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"Rate of XXX possible".
This means that they will tempt you to the interview with nice rate XXX, but come back after the interview with a sob story about budget limitations, offering you less.Comment
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"can you please have a bath before your interview"Let us not forget EU open doors immigration benefits IT contractors more than anyoneComment
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