> the messages that work are ones that are short.

I completely buy that. But in a short message there is still the choice between concrete information (tasks, location, level, tech/tools, salary, business sector, team size...).

> hope to get on the phone with you to actually be able to do my actual job

But that's the point: a phone call is a pretty big effort I think. I might do it if there is any clue that the job might be something for me but I won't do it if there is a risk that the job is in the wrong part of the country!

> Would be happy to give you a recommendation for a solid recruiter in SF or NYC if you're in those areas.

Not in the US, but thanks!