Had something like 4 or 5 phone calls from the same agency over a period of 4 working days asking if I am available for work. On each occasion I tell them I am working and not available for something like 3 months. When will they take the hint that I am not available until my current contract is over?
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When should an agency take a hint?
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When should an agency take a hint?
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Send anthrax in the post. That should do it.Moving to Montana soon, gonna be a dental floss tycoon
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they're just phoning a list of numbers and reading from a card.
you could answer in a different language and they would'nt flinch.
They'd still say... "so what's your rate?", "who was your last manager at yourclient"
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Find a mate who is available and charge them a referral fee. SimplesOriginally posted by pmeswani View PostHad something like 4 or 5 phone calls from the same agency over a period of 4 working days asking if I am available for work. On each occasion I tell them I am working and not available for something like 3 months. When will they take the hint that I am not available until my current contract is over?
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No sh*t sherlock.Originally posted by Alf W View PostThey aren't phoning you for your benefit you know.If your company is the best place to work in, for a mere £500 p/d, you can advertise here.Comment
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Fortunately, I am working for the customer that they are calling me about, and they don't need to tell me about the job or even the location. I only know this because of the project I am working on.Originally posted by thunderlizard View PostDamn those pesky potential customers wanting your business!
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Stop whiningOriginally posted by pmeswani View PostFortunately, I am working for the customer that they are calling me about, and they don't need to tell me about the job or even the location. I only know this because of the project I am working on.
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Maybe they're looking for your replacement.Originally posted by pmeswani View PostFortunately, I am working for the customer that they are calling me about, and they don't need to tell me about the job or even the location. I only know this because of the project I am working on.

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