Will you act as a reference for me? I have a job interview in a few weeks. I could explain that you are only reachable by visiting your website or the Duke Library.
Thank you in advance!
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: “I know this job candidate (who won’t tell me his/her name or sex) through his/her habit of anonymously asking me goofy questions worthy only of smart-alec replies. I’m sure this candidate will prove to be a valuable addition to your organization by keeping everyone amused and thus raising morale from its current low level.”
How’s that? Will that help you get the job?