
You know whatās worse than a bad date? A bad hiring experience.Ā
Sure, itās tempting to move on in silence when youāre juggling a dozen other priorities, but hereās the hard truth: ghosting isnāt just bad mannersāitās a brand killer.
š” Reframe ghosting as the ultimate reputation killer. š”
When you leave candidates hanging, word spreads fastāespecially in tight-knit industries like industrial sales.
š„ Action Steps š„
1ā£ Send a Simple āThanks but No Thanksā Email
Even if someone isnāt the right fit, a two-sentence rejection email shows professionalism and respect. A simple rejection email goes a long way to maintaining goodwill.
2ā£ Set Expectations: Outline the hiring process timeline and stick to it. If thereās a delay, tell the candidate!
š Pro Tip: Candidates who feel respectedāeven if they donāt land the jobābecome brand ambassadors for your company. And who doesnāt want free PR?
If youāre ready to leave ghosting (and other bad habits) in the past but donāt have the time or resources to revamp your process, I can help.Ā
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