Ghosting Culture

👻 Ghosting Culture 👻

Lately, ghosting seems to become a prevalent topic on LinkedIn post, with many posts and comments suggesting that it has become the norm. A recent study by Indeed indicated that 76% of employers have been ghosted and the same study found that 28% of job seekers have ghosted employers. Another study found that out that 75% of 1,500 jobseekers have been ghosted by a company after a job interview. But are we truly comfortable with embracing this ghosting culture?

For employers and recruiters, ghosting not only creates frustration, delays in the hiring process, and a negative candidate experience, but it also has a significant effect on a company's image and reputation. Additionally, it can have significant effects on a company's image and reputation, contradicting the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and the culture of respect where people are recognized as valuable assets.

For jobseekers, ghosting damages professional reputation and results in missed networking opportunities. It's essential to consider the long-term implications of ghosting actions.

🤝 While ghosting may be influenced by various factors and individual circumstances, it's crucial to foster open communication and respectful professional interactions. Instead of resorting to ghosting, won’t providing genuine updates help promoting better communication and fostering long-term professional relationships?

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