Cold calling?

[d000hg]

Has any contractor here ever used this technique to find clients, rather than go through agencies? I know some companies actually state on their websites "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters"... would you see it as intrusive or a good way to make new contacts?

[DodgyAgent]

Has any contractor here ever used this technique to find clients, rather than go through agencies? I know some companies actually state on their websites "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters"... would you see it as intrusive or a good way to make new contacts?

A contractor cold calling

[HairyArsedBloke]

Has any contractor here ever used this technique to find clients, rather than go through agencies? I know some companies actually state on their websites "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters"... would you see it as intrusive or a good way to make new contacts?

Google results:

No results found for "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters".

Chances as a 'contractor' - 0%

Chances as a supplier of services would be far better. Get the employee thought out of your head; that way leads to pain and suffering.

[d000hg]

Chances as a supplier of services would be far better. Get the employee thought out of your head; that way leads to pain and suffering.

Good point, when I talk to companies I try to describe my company as "providing software development services"; It suggests I might/can provide a team rather than just me, which would be great.

I'm not sure there is no chance applying out of the blue as a contractor though. Many companies are always looking to hire if the right person comes along, although since that IS for employees I don't know how much it would apply to contractors.