Ghosting in Recruitment: Why It Happens and How to Handle It

Ghosting in hiring isn't new, but it's becoming more common—and more damaging. Candidates disappear mid-process. Recruiters go silent after interviews. And both sides are left frustrated.

So, why does it happen?

Candidates ghost when they’re juggling offers, feel disconnected during the process, or just want to avoid saying “no.”

Recruiters or hiring teams ghost when roles get delayed, priorities shift, or updates fall through the cracks.

But here’s the thing—ghosting hurts trust. It damages reputations and ruins the candidate experience.

How do we fix it?

• Communicate clearly (even if it’s a no)
• Follow through on updates
• Respect people’s time

At NR Consulting, we prioritize transparency. Because in recruitment, silence says a lot—and we’d rather speak up.