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I phoned up an explain I have been turned into a newt. When I come in the next day I explain that I got better.
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That's not a given - some will want a face-to-face and some won't.Originally posted by Gym beast View PostI may well be looking at a 50-55% rate rise soon, but it's for another client, who given SC regs probably has quite strict rules about seeing people face to face before hiring.
Originally posted by Gym beast View PostWhat excuses do you fellas come up with to take a morning/afternoon off for an interview??
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Doctors or dentist appointments are usually the excuses I give. Alternatively sometimes I just don't give any notice and call up the office on the day saying that I'm running late or need to be home for the Gas man etc.
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All my SC roles were secured via phone interview only.....Originally posted by Gym beast View PostI may well be looking at a 50-55% rate rise soon, but it's for another client, who given SC regs probably has quite strict rules about seeing people face to face before hiring.
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Don't be so ridiculous. He can write it himself. Did you never go to school?Originally posted by mudskipper View PostGet your mum to write you a note.
OP, here's a template letter you can use:
"Dear Mr <insert client name>
Gym Beast will not be able to attend work tomorrow morning, as he has a poorly tummy
Signed, my mum"
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'I will not be available tomorrow morning"Originally posted by Gym beast View PostI may well be looking at a 50-55% rate rise soon, but it's for another client, who given SC regs probably has quite strict rules about seeing people face to face before hiring.
What excuses do you fellas come up with to take a morning/afternoon off for an interview??
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Originally posted by Gym beast View PostWhat excuses do you fellas come up with to take a morning/afternoon off for an interview??
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You tell your current client that you're unavailable for that day / 0.5 day.
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You are in business, why do you need an excuse?Originally posted by Gym beast View PostI may well be looking at a 50-55% rate rise soon, but it's for another client, who given SC regs probably has quite strict rules about seeing people face to face before hiring.
What excuses do you fellas come up with to take a morning/afternoon off for an interview??
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Getting to interview while in a contract
I may well be looking at a 50-55% rate rise soon, but it's for another client, who given SC regs probably has quite strict rules about seeing people face to face before hiring.
What excuses do you fellas come up with to take a morning/afternoon off for an interview??Tags: None
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