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    Cold calling?

    Has any contractor here ever used this technique to find clients, rather than go through agencies? I know some companies actually state on their websites "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters"... would you see it as intrusive or a good way to make new contacts?
    Originally posted by MaryPoppins
    I'd still not breastfeed a nazi
    Originally posted by vetran
    Urine is quite nourishing

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    Originally posted by d000hg View Post
    Has any contractor here ever used this technique to find clients, rather than go through agencies? I know some companies actually state on their websites "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters"... would you see it as intrusive or a good way to make new contacts?
    A contractor cold calling
    Let us not forget EU open doors immigration benefits IT contractors more than anyone

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      #3
      Originally posted by d000hg View Post
      Has any contractor here ever used this technique to find clients, rather than go through agencies? I know some companies actually state on their websites "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters"... would you see it as intrusive or a good way to make new contacts?
      Google results:

      No results found for "direct applications will get preferential treatment over recruiters".
      Chances as a 'contractor' - 0%

      Chances as a supplier of services would be far better. Get the employee thought out of your head; that way leads to pain and suffering.
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        #4
        Originally posted by HairyArsedBloke View Post
        Chances as a supplier of services would be far better. Get the employee thought out of your head; that way leads to pain and suffering.
        Good point, when I talk to companies I try to describe my company as "providing software development services"; It suggests I might/can provide a team rather than just me, which would be great.

        I'm not sure there is no chance applying out of the blue as a contractor though. Many companies are always looking to hire if the right person comes along, although since that IS for employees I don't know how much it would apply to contractors.
        Originally posted by MaryPoppins
        I'd still not breastfeed a nazi
        Originally posted by vetran
        Urine is quite nourishing

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