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denverdeath
Joined: 21 May 2005
Location: Boo-sahn
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| OP, yes, the recruiter was a tool for calling so late(early). I've had one like that myself a long time ago...that was when I started putting the appropriate KST times on my cover letter and resume and instructed contacts to call within the times given...not many calls at inappropriate times since then, at least not from potential employers. Based upon what you said, I would've likely hung up on the person after I tried to figure out what was going on...same as you. Yes, when you are here, you may get a few unwanted calls at inappropriate times as Koreans don't always go by that 9am-9pm or 10am-10pm politeness rule. If that kind of thing becomes a problem, shut off both your home and cell phone. And, yes, it is noisier than a lot of places back home(esp when you're from a backwater like me). However, you will adjust or you will leave. Don't get too discouraged. Give it a go if you wish. Your accent should be fine. |
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corroonb
Joined: 04 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 7:32 am Post subject: |
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Thanks for all the positive and supportive comments. I was wrong to generalise about the board but some of those early posts really annoyed me. Thanks again  |
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C76
Joined: 11 Jul 2003
Location: not nearly near enough to Toronto
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 9:49 am Post subject: |
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@ corroonb
Re my previous post and your response:
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| Calling a recruiter stupid is hardly indicative of rage. I don't believe I used a single expletive in my two initial posts. Regardless I was not really angry, more confused and irritated. |
It was wrong of me to assume that you were angry. I apologize.
Who wouldn't be annoyed at someone who wasn't considerate enough to phone when they could easily look up a "good" vs "bad" time to call.
Thanks for elaborating by writing a follow-up. Hope everything works out for you.
Some of the posts were harsh. But I thought that with certain ones, the point was..."If that's annoying, just you wait til you get here."-->Dave's dead horse, beaten many, many times.
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Judging from the posts of a couple of people in this thread it sounds like they wont last long in Korea ....judging people over one statement  whew  |
(emphasis added)
In the above statement, Grotto, it seems as though you're judging whether or not someone will last in Korea. People draw conclusions based on what people put in their posts all the time. I'm not saying that I think it's fair to do so. It's just the nature of the (internet) beast. |
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corroonb
Joined: 04 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 12:06 pm Post subject: |
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| No problem, no need to apologise. You were perfectly civil. I realise that plenty of things in Korea will annoy me but I'm pretty easy going so I won't worry. |
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The Man known as The Man
Joined: 29 Mar 2003
Location: 3 cheers for Ted Haggard oh yeah!
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 1:44 pm Post subject: |
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For of all to all you jerks insulting or criticising me because I'm Irish, Screw you !!
How is an Irish accent "not widely accepted in North America" ? |
Mod Edit: Removed flame. |
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corroonb
Joined: 04 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 2:54 pm Post subject: |
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| The above post is completely unacceptable. You should be ashamed of yourself, you racist pig. I expect such comments from moronic children not adults. Irish people may drink a lot (the vast majority are not alcoholics, i myself have never been drunk) but to assume that I or many Irish people are alcoholics and drink and drive is racist and absurd. I hope you will remove that post but if you lack the maturity I hope the mods will take action. Why did you make the above statement? The fact that I'm Irish has nothing to do with this thread. |
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The Man known as The Man
Joined: 29 Mar 2003
Location: 3 cheers for Ted Haggard oh yeah!
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:11 pm Post subject: |
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| cheers! |
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Barking Mad Lord Snapcase
Joined: 04 Nov 2003
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:11 pm Post subject: |
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| C76 wrote: |
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| Judging from the posts of a couple of people in this thread it sounds like they wont last long in Korea ....judging people over one statement whew |
(emphasis added)
In the above statement, Grotto, it seems as though you're judging whether or not someone will last in Korea. People draw conclusions based on what people put in their posts all the time. I'm not saying that I think it's fair to do so. It's just the nature of the (internet) beast. |
Grotto's irony was intentional. He was simply highlighting the sheer absurdity of responses on this thread. |
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ChopChaeJoe
Joined: 05 Mar 2006
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:17 pm Post subject: |
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Professionalism in Korea.
That's funny.
Haven't seen any here yet. |
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Barking Mad Lord Snapcase
Joined: 04 Nov 2003
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| :Rolling Eyes: :Rolling Eyes: Just stay home. |
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| Oh god forbid you get one phone call that wakes you up from your precious sleep. |
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| You do need to have an open mind. |
God I love this place. |
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Barking Mad Lord Snapcase
Joined: 04 Nov 2003
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:38 pm Post subject: |
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| The above post is completely unacceptable. You should be ashamed of yourself, you racist pig. I expect such comments from moronic children not adults. |
I agree. "The Man Known As The Man" is basically a circus freak. Unfortunately, many expats here have forgotten such basic normalities as courtesy, equality, and the art of looking in a mirror. |
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ajgeddes
Joined: 28 Apr 2004
Location: Yongsan
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:42 pm Post subject: |
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| Barking Mad Lord Snapcase wrote: |
| ajgeddes wrote: |
| :Rolling Eyes: :Rolling Eyes: Just stay home. |
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| Oh god forbid you get one phone call that wakes you up from your precious sleep. |
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| You do need to have an open mind. |
God I love this place. |
Yes, people do need to have an open mind. If little things bother you so easily, stay home. In his later posts, he seems much better, but in those first few posts he goes off on one phone call. |
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matthews_world
Joined: 15 Feb 2003
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:43 pm Post subject: |
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Let's get to the root of the problem. What would be the best time for recruiters to call your specific location in order to not cause a problem.
For example:
North America: 8:30-11:30am and 830 - 11:30pm Korean time
England/Ireland/Scotland:
South Africa:
Australia: during normal Korean business hours.
Any ideas? |
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corroonb
Joined: 04 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:49 pm Post subject: |
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"Yes, people do need to have an open mind. If little things bother you so easily, stay home. In his later posts, he seems much better, but in those first few posts he goes off on one phone call."
Those first two posts were made at 3.30 AM after I'd been woken and forced to hang up. I think it is understandable that I was a little irritated at that hour.
My attiude in those posts is no excuse for abusive posts targeting me because I'm Irish. I don't really mind being told I'm inflexible and not to come etc., but I do mind being insulted because of where I'm from.
I already know suitable times to receive calls, give me some credit . I've been telling every recruiter who asked when is a good time.
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Barking Mad Lord Snapcase
Joined: 04 Nov 2003
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| Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:51 pm Post subject: |
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| Yes, people do need to have an open mind. If little things bother you so easily, stay home. In his later posts, he seems much better, but in those first few posts he goes off on one phone call. |
Do remember what irony felt like? It's a bit like goldy and bronzy. Just ask Baldrick. |
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