I say say 'yes, but it's at an early stage'.
If they want me they have to work for me...
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Why say no when asked if yyou have anything else on? I tend to say yes, but explain I'd rather not mention a client by name if asked. That way I don't come off looking like a lying twat. Like you.
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Originally posted by d000hg View PostSo you lied to her and now she's upset? I think a modicum of remorse is in order - treat them as you think is right, not as they treat you.
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Originally posted by Gruffalo View PostAgent asks if I have anything on the table. Of course I day no, and of course my CV gets paraded – she has two interviews lined up for me in the same day.
This morning I told her about my offer and acceptance.
While she appreciates I called her, she feels betrayed I told her nothing else on the go and worried about egg on her face with two firms.
She will learn bless her – she even invited me over for a coffee…… She is half my age.
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Originally posted by Gruffalo View PostShe is half my age.
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Originally posted by Gruffalo View PostI think she likes me.....
For the price of a latte. That makes you a cheap date.
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Originally posted by Gruffalo View PostOther way around - she believed me when I said nothing else on the go. Of course I said no to get my CV to the cheese desk, hence I am teaching her the ways of the world....
Will be an interesting coffee - I think she likes me.....
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Originally posted by tractor View PostShe is an agent. You believed her?
Will be an interesting coffee - I think she likes me.....
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