Re: UU Net sales tactics?

["Nathan J. Mehl" <memory () blank org>]

In the immortal words of John Golovich (john () ciag net):
> Has anyone else received a phone call from a UUnet salesman out of the blue?

"Yes, Frequently."

> The comments that peaked my anger the most were.
> "Im sure companies as small as yours would b content with someone as small
> as Fibernet"

If a salesperson cold-calling you has the poor sense to be rude or insulting,
there are two effective tactics:

1.      Hang up.

2.      Ask to speak to their manager.

-n

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