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If you are not getting interviews
Indeed it is zemoxyl. I can't say or I'll risk revealing my true identity!! :nerd It's just a very specific part of IBM software.- IBM Agent
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If you are not getting interviews
CalmEddie, I hear you. There is a VAST precedent of agents who have none of these values. When I have to reference I ensure the contractor arranges the appointment with the referee on my behalf. There will be a bona fide reason for me to reference, and it won't be to tout for business...- IBM Agent
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I just need to get two references ...
Is it only the 'skills' we need to assess in this business? Very short sighted reply. How about things like integration within a team, reliable, integrity etc. Do you think DA that if you asked an interviewee these types of question at interview he or she might just say "yes"?- IBM Agent
- Post #307
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What's my rate???
Hi Tommyc. To be frank I don't know a great deal about the dev market. What I can say though is that 2.5 years out is a very long time in this business. I fear for some of our people that have been out for only 12 months. Despite what us agents tell our clients, most have an issue with taking...- IBM Agent
- Post #11
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I just need to get two references ...
A decent agent won't need the leads that references can bring. It is a shame as it is this type of practice that gives the industry a very bad name. I entirely agree that what you need is those elusive credible agencies. By the same token though if you're new to an agent, how can they be...- IBM Agent
- Post #304
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Agency 'Cut'
Precisely. My advice, therefore, is to get yourself a decent agent that understands your market, is credible, works for their margin and not Dodgy. Right DA?- IBM Agent
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If you are not getting interviews
Practically none from what I hear. I work outside of the mainframe market.- IBM Agent
- Post #50
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If you are not getting interviews
If you are not getting interviews then it is the CV, or could it be your agent?.. Which agents genuinely specialise in what you do? If you don't know, then find out and quickly. The odds of you securing interviews and contracts will be dramatically increased by dealing with an agent that...- IBM Agent
- Post #46
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Agency 'Cut'
It depends how 'good' they are. Your mainstream agencies are likely to work on large volume, low margin. Whereas your niche agencies are going to be the other way around - low volume, high margin. BUT, the odds of your niche agent vastly increasing the odds of getting you the contract before...- IBM Agent
- Post #19
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Conflict of Interest clause
You would be in bother here if you went and worked directly for the CC's client. The fact that you've continued to work for their client, accepted payment and possibly had timesheets/confirmation of works acknowledged by their client post expiry of your last written contract, would arguably be...- IBM Agent
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