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Dealing with Bobs!
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How fortunate for governments that the people they administer don't think -
Originally posted by Troll View PostMost of the PM's I know fit that list!Comment
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An interesting one. A few years ago, after 2 months into a contract, client (emergency services) had some cash to burn and needed to get SLA targets up to secure funding for next financial year. Recruited around half a dozen contractors in a hurry (10-15 phone interviews) so was a bit sceptical about what kind of crew would arrice. One in particular gave it large to me e.g. their rate, etc etc - made it quite clear to him wasn't interested in talking hot air and my rate none of his business. Knew he wouldn't last long but didn't bother to give him the heads-up. If I go into a contract with an incumbent contractor first thing to do (common sense) is get the sp from them (in private and quietly). Anyway this guy was out the door after 2 weeks and the one's who lasted the distance (2/6) were the quiet one's who got their heads down and delivered (my approach).Comment
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Originally posted by keninparis View PostAn interesting one. A few years ago, after 2 months into a contract, client (emergency services) had some cash to burn and needed to get SLA targets up to secure funding for next financial year. Recruited around half a dozen contractors in a hurry (10-15 phone interviews) so was a bit sceptical about what kind of crew would arrice. One in particular gave it large to me e.g. their rate, etc etc - made it quite clear to him wasn't interested in talking hot air and my rate none of his business. Knew he wouldn't last long but didn't bother to give him the heads-up. If I go into a contract with an incumbent contractor first thing to do (common sense) is get the sp from them (in private and quietly). Anyway this guy was out the door after 2 weeks and the one's who lasted the distance (2/6) were the quiet one's who got their heads down and delivered (my approach).How fortunate for governments that the people they administer don't thinkComment
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My last Bob in Bangalore said he had to leave with much speediness as his driver had arrived....
Thankfully lately I've been in SC roles or in previously Bob-Burnt orgs....Comment
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Originally posted by stek View PostMy last Bob in Bangalore said he had to leave with much speediness as his driver had arrived....
Thankfully lately I've been in SC roles or in previously Bob-Burnt orgs...."A life, Jimmy, you know what that is? It’s the s*** that happens while you’re waiting for moments that never come." -- Lester FreamonComment
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where there is confusion there is overtime!Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.Comment
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Originally posted by Freamon View PostSadly there are some companies out there who are constantly Bob-burnt but keep going back for more! One has been through virtusa, sapient, zensar, and are now trying out a fourth bobshop with equally disasterous results.How fortunate for governments that the people they administer don't thinkComment
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I use the word 'bob' to describe an Indian running a marathon and Notallthere (who deserves his name) give me an infringement stating that I am being racist. Yet this BB is full of the use of the word bob.Comment
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Originally posted by TiroFijo View PostI use the word 'bob' to describe an Indian running a marathon and Notallthere (who deserves his name) give me an infringement stating that I am being racist. Yet this BB is full of the use of the word bob.Science isn't about why, it's about why not. You ask: why is so much of our science dangerous? I say: why not marry safe science if you love it so much. In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out, because you are fired. - Cave JohnsonComment
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