The Caller ID Test

by larrys • 14 years ago

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mgkimsal• 14 years ago

cute test, but pretty one-dimensional and short-lived. One's relationship with people changes over time, and if there's never a point where you don't dread picking up a phone call from someone, I don't think you're that involved with them emotionally, financially, businesswise or otherwise.

ScottWhigham• 14 years ago

It's a good test and it's worked for thousands (or even millions) for years. I think that most people would have taken his point to mean that if, during the excitement of an initial meetings/pitches/negotiations, your answer is "No, I'd let it go to voice mail" then clearly this is not the right person to "marry".

DenisM• 14 years ago

Make fewer excuses for people and you’ll make better choices about who you work with.

So the author argues that first impressions should be given priority over the benefit of the doubt. First impression should direct inquiry, not cast final judgement. Tha author is merely trying to rationalize being lazy.

bobinator30• 14 years ago

this is old news: "you never get a second chance to make a good first impression"

The Caller ID Test

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