October 30, 2024

Episode 49: Left on Read - The Truth Behind Employers Ghosting

Maybe you have discussed start dates or salary, only for the hiring manager to suddenly disappear, leaving you with no explanation. While it’s frustrating and no one enjoys being ghosted, it’s important to remember that it’s rarely about you or your qualifications!
October 30, 2024

Episode 49: Left on Read - The Truth Behind Employers Ghosting

Maybe you have discussed start dates or salary, only for the hiring manager to suddenly disappear, leaving you with no explanation. While it’s frustrating and no one enjoys being ghosted, it’s important to remember that it’s rarely about you or your qualifications!

Today's Episode

Maybe you have discussed start dates or salary, only for the hiring manager to suddenly disappear, leaving you with no explanation. While it’s frustrating and no one enjoys being ghosted, it’s important to remember that it’s rarely about you or your qualifications!
13
Minute Episode

ROCS Grad Staffing Podcast: Left on Read - The Truth Behind Employers Ghosting

What better time is there to talk about being ghosted by potential employers than during spooky season? Ghosting isn't just something that happens in the dating world; it can also occur after you've gone through multiple interviews and feel confident that the job is yours. Maybe you have discussed start dates or salary, only for the hiring manager to suddenly disappear, leaving you with no explanation.

Listen in as I break down why this might happen. While it’s frustrating and no one enjoys being ghosted, it’s important to remember that it’s rarely about you or your qualifications!

I also cover how to handle this situation and the importance of keeping a positive attitude. Remember to manage your own expectations as you continue to apply for other roles.

I ultimately want to remind you that ghosting is an unfortunate but very real part of the process, but it doesn’t define you or your worth as a candidate. Tune in for practical advice and tips on how to handle this situation. 

If you enjoy this episode, please leave us a review wherever you are listening and share this episode with others you know who are just "Leaving the Nest."

Key Takeaways: 

  • Ghosting by employers is common, even after multiple interviews and discussions about job details.
  • Ghosting may result from various factors such as hiring internally, budget changes, or emergencies.
  • Don't take ghosting personally!
  • Remain professional when following up with employers.
  • Continue applying for jobs until you have a signed offer letter to avoid halting your job search prematurely.
  • Remember, the right job will eventually come along, so focus on maintaining professionalism and managing expectations.

Thanks again for listening to Leaving the Nest! To find your next job, visit us at ROCS Grad Staffing. If you are a business in need of help staffing entry-level positions in your office, please reach out to Kathleen directly at Kathleen@rocsjobs.com. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please call Kathleen at 703-579-6677.

Connect with Kathleen:

"This is Leaving the Nest and my name is Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing.  Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world."
— Kathleen Pellegrino

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