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Hi

I've always had a bit of trouble reading in-between the lines, high functioning autism apparently. So, I got this message on LinkedIn just now:

Hi Daniel,
A could solutions company are in urgent need of an experienced OpenStack Technical Lead / Architect, The first task will be to lead their OpenStack migration project. They are an exciting company to work for, can you recommend anyone who may be worth talking to?
Regards


I currently work in OpenStack engineering rather than pre-sales architecture. Is this guy asking me if I think I'm suitable, or really asking me to do his job for him and suggest a suitable candidate? This isn't the first message of this type I've received but usually I just ignore them, this time, I want to know what GD thinks....
 
90% of the agent messages I get are clear e.g. Would YOU be looking to move into xyz position?

It's just that 10% are of this type of non-offer message, and if not directed at benefitting me, why should I bother even replying? No mention of a referral bonus!
 
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