Understanding and Dealing with Job Recruiter Ghosting

Job seekers often experience radio silence from recruiters due to poorly written job requirements, misalignment between HR and the business, off-market pay bands, and fake job postings. Some employers post job openings without ever intending to hire an individual from outside the company to comply with legal and equal opportunity policies. While it’s tempting to shame recruiters for their behavior, some argue that they are receiving an unmanageably large number of applications. Job seekers can confirm job listings on a company’s career page, tap into their network for referrals, and focus on quality rather than quantity when applying for jobs.