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Posting as :
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You are currently posting as works at

But the client has say over hiring agency employees tells me one thing: do not work there

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It could also mean leadership is trying out a new model.

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What are their life goals personal/professional (this presents your interpersonal skills).

Also ask what are their preferred style of working with account counterparts (txts vs emails - facetime vs webex)

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