Don’t ask, won’t tell – not the half of it

Recruiter: Hello. I am {name} at {famous name recruiting company) I found your resume online. I have a job you may be interested in. Are you looking?

Candidate: (no, I posted my resume for jollies) Yes, I am looking.

Recruiter: That’s great. This job is very close to your location.

Candidate: What’s the name of the company?

Recruiter: Oh, I can’t disclose that.

Candidate: Well, I am actively looking. I may have already been submitted to that company.You need to tell me who it is.

Recruiter: That’s not possible. I cannot disclose the name of the company.

Candidate: Thanks for calling. Goodbye. (what a twit — doesn’t this fool know that double submittals automatically DISqualify the candidate; clearly does not care about me and has no respect for my time.)