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Say 'No' to interviews

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    Say 'No' to interviews

    My client wanted me to attend a 2nd interview for two contractors has he couldn't make his mind up between the candidates. I said I have never interviewed anyone and would never want to interview someone.


    I got a dirty look. Instead of backing down I then stated 'I also don't do appraisals'. I think he got the message. Could of gone on the defensive but I decided attack was better.

    Every now and then you have to remind the client you are a contractor.

    #2
    Good one...
    "I can put any old tat in my sig, put quotes around it and attribute to someone of whom I've heard, to make it sound true."
    - Voltaire/Benjamin Franklin/Anne Frank...

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      #3
      Originally posted by cojak
      Good one...
      thanks. I gave myself a pat on the back.

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        #4
        "...or go on holidays"...
        "I can put any old tat in my sig, put quotes around it and attribute to someone of whom I've heard, to make it sound true."
        - Voltaire/Benjamin Franklin/Anne Frank...

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          #5
          Originally posted by cojak
          Good one...
          Totally agree with you both. I've never had a contract that states that I have to get involved in recruitment so I don't get involved. FFS, they'll have you shoving a broom up your ar$se so you can do the floors as well.

          Seems the guy is starting to look at you with 'permie' eyes.

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            #6
            Originally posted by cojak
            "...or go on holidays"...
            Yes, that one annoys me.
            Rule #76: No excuses. Play like a champion.

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              #7
              Originally posted by Kyajae
              ... have you shoving a broom up your ar$se so you can do the floors as well.

              .
              I'm glad you've found a point to your miserable little existence.
              Hard Brexit now!
              #prayfornodeal

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                #8
                I actually don't mind doing interviews for clients..

                you are a consultant after all and they are consulting you on someone's skills.

                The reason I like doing interviews is
                A) - Provides me with feedback what kinds of skills are worth how much out there
                B) - What is the competition out there
                C) - Provides me an opportunity to compare myself with the interviewers sitting across the desk from me.

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by TheRightStuff
                  My client wanted me to attend a 2nd interview for two contractors has he couldn't make his mind up between the candidates. I said I have never interviewed anyone and would never want to interview someone.


                  I got a dirty look. Instead of backing down I then stated 'I also don't do appraisals'. I think he got the message. Could of gone on the defensive but I decided attack was better.

                  Every now and then you have to remind the client you are a contractor.
                  i think he probably remembers that every time he signs off your invoice.....
                  They seek him here, they seek him there. He must be playing hide & seek.

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                    #10
                    Originally posted by anally retentive
                    i think he probably remembers that every time he signs off your invoice.....
                    As long as they sign it I don't give a feck. You should of said he will remember that when you ask for a pay rise/extension.

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