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Recent content by rob_m
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Need a job
Cojak, I cant blame you for assuming, because I didnt want to come in as a newbie and just blurt everything out on post #1. Problem is, if you DO, you run afoul of some people. If you dont, you run afoul of other people who accuse you of being sly or underhanded (eg the ass who has now changed... -
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Need a job
Ivor, you're an ass. Sally, I'm just looking for a job. If that somehow offends you, then I'm sorry. Sorry for you. -
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Plan B's?
Where I live (Carshalton), rents have gone down in the last few months. I believe a typical 2 bed apartment that used to rent for around £8-850 pcm is now at around 750 - 775 pcm. Mind you, with the right mortgage (tracker, interest only), this is actually a better margin that it was in peak... -
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Need a job
There are quite a few constructive posts here, and I do thank everyone for them. To answer some queries, yes, I have an undergrad degree in IT. I'm about half way through an MBA, but put it aside to work, as I felt at the time experience was more important (plus it was very time consuming to... -
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PMs hit hard in current market?
See my other post for my specific views on the overall market, but in context of this thread, yes, its definitely a case of rates coming down. I've spoken with many recruiters lately, and they're all telling me the same thing, that rates are generally heading down for all but the most specific... -
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Need a job
Hi All, Some useful suggestions there. To talk a little more on some of the points raised, I'm not prepared to ditch my family. Its an interesting proposition, but I think thats too extreme for me. Some different opinions on how quickly to follow up with recruiters. Maybe all approaches... -
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Need a job
Hi all, First post here, so please go easy on a noob. I dont want to add any tearjerkers, but the basic problem is that I lost my job at AIG at the start of October due to the recent problems the company has had, and am desperate to get a new job. I have education and experience, but I'm...
