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[rob_m]

..and I am a tad disappointed with this.

So you're not actually a permie looking at being a first-time contractor then, as I assumed from your 1st post (as Ivor pointed out in his own way - you're not pF in another guise, are you Ivor?).

With this new information to hand I would now suggest that you stop being picky and look for any role that remotely looks suitable, for a lower rate than you're used to and look rather further afield than just within the M25...

..and apply for at least 10 jobs per day - any fewer then you're not trying hard enough.

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 tack and is running with a rec-con idea in what passes for a brain).

In saying that, I'm not sure why you think I'm being picky? Perhaps you missed the bit where I said "I'll take anything" ?? It is actually in the exact post you replied to.

[cojak]

Ahh.. You and Sal are better at sniffing them out than I am, Ivor...

[Ivor Bigun]

..and I am a tad disappointed with this.

So you're not actually a permie looking at being a first-time contractor then, as I assumed from your 1st post (as Ivor pointed out in his own way - you're not pF in another guise, are you Ivor?).

With this new information to hand I would now suggest that you stop being picky and look for any role that remotely looks suitable, for a lower rate than you're used to and look rather further afield than just within the M25...

..and apply for at least 10 jobs per day - any fewer then you're not trying hard enough.

Cojak, Rob is a rec-con fishing for leads.

[SizeZero]

The psycho-analysis was not for him - it was for the likes of you.
But, the thing that makes you really mad is when you realise that others have done better than you - just because they started earlier.
You can hide that inferiority complex by displaying fake compassion, but it doesn't really make you feel better does it? You know why? - Because no-one displays it for you. Its a cruel world.
So, to sustain your fragile view, you have to constantly show a sense of how you've grasped right and wrong. Unfortunately, you mix your emotions with what is real and what you think is real. This is your downfall and ultimately why your relationships are doomed to falter in the long term. You are blind to their needs and so you can never understand why they never cater to your own.

You are Jeremy Kyle, and I claim my 5 ASBOs.

[cojak]

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 work and study at the same time).

I've been predominantly a contractor, and my preference is for contracting, however in this market, I'll take anything. No point in throwing away a perfectly good permie role while the bills are still accumulating.

I also speak 3 languages (others being Italian and conversational Spanish).

My intention without fail is to keep looking, both for perm and contract. Much like other people, so I'm not any different from anyone else I think.

I just want \ need to be working.

..and I am a tad disappointed with this.

So you're not actually a permie looking at being a first-time contractor then, as I assumed from your 1st post (as Ivor pointed out in his own way - you're not pF in another guise, are you Ivor?).

With this new information to hand I would now suggest that you stop being picky and look for any role that remotely looks suitable, for a lower rate than you're used to and look rather further afield than just within the M25...

..and apply for at least 10 jobs per day - any fewer then you're not trying hard enough.

[cojak]

Actually Sal, no one has gone as far as offering him a job, we're not pimps you know....

[rob_m]

IMO, You "lost" it here.
Lets re-read your first post and dissect its real meaning.



No -This is just your attempt to avert criticism that "may" come your way. Thats very "sensitive" of you but how do you know this could happen? Hmmmmm. you've probably used this "feel soory for me, I'm a victim" technique all your life.
I'm just calling you out on it here. No doubt you will protest your innocence or make out "you're really nasty". Anything to make people feel sorry for you eh?



Second part of your cynical attempt to make the reader feel sorry for you. However, we now know you're a contractor and not the permie who's been in a job for 10 years and through no fault his own, is made redundant..
That change in emphasis is what you're all about. its also called being slippery and slimy.



And now the pathetic "hard sell". What sort of place do you think this is? Well you obviously know that its a forum and not a job board, so why advertise yourself? height of bad manners IMO.
All this slyness, just makes you out as a bit creepy. No wonder noone wants to hire you.


Good luck - but as someone said here before.
- Stop touting on this board and try to get a job through the normal channels.

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.

[SallyAnne]

Christ, who the f**k are you?

Are you addressing moi?

[Doggy Styles]

Christ, who the f**k are you?

[SallyAnne]

Can I just ask why ANYONE would give this bloke any constructive advice?

We're not running the fricken samaritans here - he's came on this board saying he's looking for a job and is "prepared to work for pretty much any salary" and you lot are helping him out?

FFS - I tell you what mate, I'll give you my clients details and you can contact them and undercut me if you like?

This is a cut-throat industry and only the strongest are going to survive over the next year, so can everyone get a fricken clue please?!

[SantaClaus]

The psycho-analysis was not for him - it was for the likes of you.

Blah blah blah blah blah

One day IvorBigun, you will fall on your own sword.

[wantacontract]

The psycho-analysis was not for him - it was for the likes of you.
However, for the likes of others and not for you, here is the basic label pinned to your back......
DS....Your sympathy for his plight isn't suprising. Its just a manifestation of your guilt at failing your electronics course. Think of it as your penance......You have to feel sorry "for the less fortunate than yourself".

Yes, most of the time, you can hold your head up high - you're earning meagabucks as a contractor (well you'd like to think so) but that early "blip" still haunts you occasionally. Its made worse when you worry that your future is not as certain as it once was.

But, the thing that makes you really mad is when you realise that others have done better than you - just because they started earlier.
You can hide that inferiority complex by displaying fake compassion, but it doesn't really make you feel better does it? You know why? - Because no-one displays it for you. Its a cruel world.
So, to sustain your fragile view, you have to constantly show a sense of how you've grasped right and wrong. Unfortunately, you mix your emotions with what is real and what you think is real. This is your downfall and ultimately why your relationships are doomed to falter in the long term. You are blind to their needs and so you can never understand why they never cater to your own.

But you keep fighting the good fight for others (as you see it)......I just hope you open your eyes before its too late....and realise the hyprocrasy of it all.

there's something wrong with ivor....so just ignore it..

[Liability]

Ivor - I sense a troubled child hood? Not enough attention from Mummy? Was she too engorssed in the younger siblings to give you the love required?

Sit down with me - lets talk about this - I can help.

[jmo21]

ooo ooo....... Ivor....me next!!

[PM-Junkie]

Crikey, now Doggy Styles is copping it!

sockpuppet - and a very poor one. Best to just ignore it.