I had a brief encounter with a recruiter that was nothing short of abrasive. From the start, their tone was curt, almost dismissive, as if they had already made up their mind about me. I tried to explain that I was simply exploring options, feeling out the market, and in discussions with a few other companies. But instead of engaging in a meaningful conversation, they cut me off and made it clear that they weren't interested in someone who wasn't "all in." Despite their attitude, I remained professional, attempting to stay cordial and keep the conversation moving forward. But by the end of the call, I knew there was no way I could see myself working with someone who lacked basic courtesy. It was an unfortunate reminder that not all opportunities are worth pursuing.