On the other hand, the reason it's work and they call you a professional is because you get paid. By definition. I don't see anything wrong with showing some

On the other hand, the reason it's work and they call you a professional is because you get paid. By definition. I don't see anything wrong with showing some gumption and savvy to approach directly. For one, it shows that they understand how important context is. For another, it shows that they are willing to think outside the box in order to make more money -- which is something I would really want in an employee. I'm not of the mind that addressing salary/pay first off is a bad thing. The employer already knows that you wouldn't be working for them if not for getting paid. Why should they object to sending their money to their employee rather than a third party recruiter? [sorry if this double posts, having connectivity issues. but it looks like i'm in the clear]