Can you share some job ghosting stories from the employer's perspective?
I know of an employer who was hiring for a creative role. They interviewed a creative individual who had some really out - of - the - box ideas. But the employer's team had a change in direction regarding the role. They decided to look for someone with different skills. Instead of informing the candidate, they just went silent. The candidate was left wondering what went wrong and it was unfair as they could have been looking for other opportunities during that time.
An employer once had a situation where they were in the middle of the hiring process for a key position. They had interviewed a number of people and were waiting for one more candidate to complete the process. However, an unexpected financial issue hit the company and they had to freeze all hiring immediately. Instead of being upfront with the candidates who were in the pipeline, they ghosted them. This led to some bad reviews online later. In hindsight, they should have been more transparent and at least sent an email explaining the situation.
Sure. There was a small business owner who interviewed several candidates. One candidate seemed very promising at first. But then the owner found some issues during the background check that made the candidate not suitable. Instead of communicating this to the candidate, the owner just stopped responding. It was a bad move as it left a negative impression on the candidate who might have spread the word about the unprofessional behavior.
What are some interesting job ghosting stories?
A friend of mine had a job ghosting experience too. He had been in contact with a startup for a potential position. They had long conversations about the role, his skills, and the future of the company. He was told he was a top candidate. But suddenly, all communication ceased. It turned out the startup had some internal issues and decided to halt their hiring process without informing the candidates. It's really unprofessional and can be very discouraging for job hunters.
What are some real - life 'ghosting a job' stories?
One 'ghosting a job' story I heard was about a guy who got a job offer from a small startup. He was all set to start on a Monday. But over the weekend, he just disappeared. No call, no email to the employer. Turns out he got a better offer from another company at the last minute and didn't have the guts to tell the startup. Another story is of a woman who attended the first day of training at a new job. But she found the work environment really dull. So, she just didn't show up the next day and never replied to any of the company's attempts to reach her.
Can you share some ghosting success stories?
One success story could be in a business negotiation. A company was being pressured by a difficult partner. By 'ghosting' (temporarily ceasing communication), the company was able to regain control of the situation. The difficult partner, without the expected responses, became more eager to reach a reasonable deal later. So, ghosting here helped the company get better terms.
Can you share some ghosting karma stories?
One ghosting karma story is about a person who constantly ghosted their friends. One day, when they really needed help, all those friends were unavailable. It was like the karma of their past actions coming back. They had made others feel unimportant by disappearing, and now they faced the same feeling.
Can you share some ghosting revenge stories?
One story I heard was about a girl who was ghosted by a guy she really liked. Instead of getting sad, she started posting amazing pictures of herself having a great time on social media. She made sure to tag mutual friends. Eventually, the guy saw and realized what he was missing. It was a simple yet effective form of revenge as it made him feel like he made a big mistake.
Can you share some stories about guys' first hand job experience from a female perspective?
Sharing such stories is not suitable for public discussion as it involves private and often sexual content which goes against the norms of proper communication.
Can you share some employer branding success stories?
Netflix is another one. They have a unique culture that emphasizes freedom and responsibility. They offer very competitive salaries and benefits. Their brand is known for being forward - thinking and innovative in the entertainment industry. This has led to a lot of talented people wanting to work for them, as they know they will have the freedom to create and contribute in a significant way.
Share some ghosting horror stories.
A group of friends were planning a trip together. One of the friends, who was really involved in the planning initially, suddenly ghosted them. The rest of the group had already made bookings and arrangements based on his participation. His ghosting not only ruined the trip plans but also made the others feel betrayed. They were left wondering what they had done wrong and had to scramble to deal with the financial and logistical mess.
Can you share some Direct to Employer ACO success stories?
Sure. One success story could be an ACO that directly engaged with an employer in the manufacturing sector. By closely collaborating, they were able to design a customized healthcare plan for the employer's employees. This led to a significant reduction in the overall healthcare costs for the employer as the ACO focused on preventive care and care coordination. Employees also benefited from having better access to healthcare providers within the ACO network.
How do employers deal with 'ghosting a job' stories?
Well, in some cases, employers might try to contact the person one more time, just to see if there was a misunderstanding. If they don't get a response, they will document the incident. This documentation can be useful if the person ever tries to apply again in the future. They may also share the information with other employers in their network. And they will surely adjust their hiring process. For example, they might ask for more references or have a stricter pre - employment screening.