Her: Hello, is that Matthew? It’s [inaudible] calling from [inaudible].
Me: I’m sorry?
Her: It’s [inaudible] calling from [inaudible].
Me: (still with no idea who this woman works for, or why she might be calling, but not wanting to ask again) Ok….
Her: Are you free to talk?
Me: Er… yes…
Her: Are you still looking?
Me: (thinking: looking? looking for what?)
Me: (realising this must be a recruitment agent) Oh, no I’m not, thanks…
Her: Oh, so you’ve decided to stay at [name of my previous employer].
Me: Oh no, I’m moved on to [name of current employer].
Her: Who?
Me: (clearer) [name of current employer].
Her: Never heard of them!
Me: Oh, ok. Thanks. Bye…