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Business people who post "R U there?" on ICQ drive me crazy
Do they drive you crazy?
"Hey, r u there" -- Someone from the boards who is looking for one or more of the services I provide. I recognize their nickname and identify them from their thread where they were looking for someone, hiring, needing something done, etc.
An hour later I get on and reply with: "Yes, I'm here, let me know what you need and I'll get back to you asap."... then nothing, because the other guy is now offline.
The next morning: "you there?"
I was busy at that moment. I answered later that day with "Hi, pls just let me know what you need and I will definitely try to help you or answer your questions."
I also provide him or her with an email address they can contact me at.
Next day, no email, same thing...
"r u online?"
and on...
"you there?"
and on
"hello?"
and ON...
How some of you get any business done at all I have no idea.
People, just say what it is you need to say, ask what you need to ask, then wait for the answer. If the person isn't there at that exact moment they'll answer you when they are. It's not rocket science.
ICQ is one of those IM platforms that allows you to send someone messages even if they're not on. I know it's an amazing revelation but it's true. In other words the other person doesn't have to be there.
Just say it.
And try not to spray it.
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