{"id":14077,"date":"2024-01-19T09:19:44","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T09:19:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobera.com\/?p=14077"},"modified":"2024-01-19T09:19:44","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T09:19:44","slug":"candidate-experience-statistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/candidate-experience-statistics\/","title":{"rendered":"19+ Candidate Experience Statistics &amp; Trends [2026 Study]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Job hunting<\/strong> is the worst, right? We feel you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The<strong> endless rounds of applications<\/strong>, decoding vague rejection emails, getting ghosted by recruiters\u2026let&#8217;s be real, it&#8217;s enough to make anyone want to give up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But here\u2019s the tea: <strong>it doesn\u2019t have to be this way<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See, we did some digging into what really makes a good hiring process, and lemme tell ya, it turns out the<strong> candidate experience matters<\/strong> way more than companies think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crazy right? <strong>500,000 job seekers<\/strong> <strong>spilled the beans<\/strong> on what they love and hate about job hunting, and the results were wild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#top-candidate-experience-statistics-editors-pick\">Top Candidate Experience Statistics: Editor\u2019s Pick<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#common-frustrations-of-job-seekers\">Common Frustrations of Job Seekers<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#how-to-get-recruitment-right\">How to Get Recruitment Right?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidates-not-searching-job-1024x427.png\" alt=\"7 out of 10 candidates are just cruising at their current gig and not searching for a new job\" class=\"wp-image-14088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidates-not-searching-job-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidates-not-searching-job-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidates-not-searching-job-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidates-not-searching-job.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-candidate-experience-statistics-editors-pick\">Top Candidate Experience Statistics: Editor\u2019s Pick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Over a third of candidates <strong>spend 1 hour<\/strong> on just one application. [<a href=\"#sources\">1<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>On interview: <\/strong>27%<strong> <\/strong>said<strong> <\/strong>compensation and benefits didn&#8217;t meet their expectations. [<a href=\"#sources\">2<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 in 5 candidates<\/strong> <strong>experienced unpleasant encounters<\/strong> with interviewers who were rude or unprofessional. [<a href=\"#sources\">4<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>44% only hear back within<strong> a couple of weeks<\/strong>. [<a href=\"#sources\">5<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>While 80% are left hanging<\/strong> even after interviews. [<a href=\"#sources\">6<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-frustrations-of-job-seekers\">Common Frustrations of Job Seekers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tedious-novel-applications\">Tedious Novel Applications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/long-applications-1024x427.png\" alt=\"60% burned out filling out overly long applications\" class=\"wp-image-14089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/long-applications-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/long-applications-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/long-applications-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/long-applications.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Job applications <strong>aren&#8217;t fun<\/strong> on a good day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But <strong>some companies take it over the top<\/strong> with crazy lengthy, repetitive applications that take hours or even days to complete!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>60% report <\/strong>these intense War and Peace-style applications drain their soul. [<a href=\"#sources\">1<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How long are these <strong>digital beasts taking to fill out<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More than<strong> one-third spend 1 hour<\/strong> just on one application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An hour to submit one application? That stings when you&#8217;re applying to <strong>dozens a week<\/strong>! [<a href=\"#sources\">2<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"terrible-interrogation-interviews\">Terrible Interrogation Interviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bad-job-interview-1024x427.png\" alt=\"84% of people surveyed had at least one crappy experience interviewing in the past year\" class=\"wp-image-14091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bad-job-interview-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bad-job-interview-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bad-job-interview-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bad-job-interview.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And get this: <strong>42% turned down job offers <\/strong>because of it. [<a href=\"#sources\">8<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s break that down:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>84% of people had a bad experience<\/strong>, and then nearly half rejected offers they actually got because that bad taste was still in their mouths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s right, half of all offers made <strong>ended up getting rejected<\/strong>. Ouch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what exactly <strong>constitutes<\/strong> a &#8220;bad experience&#8221; for candidates?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the tea:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>27% said <\/strong>compensation and benefits didn&#8217;t meet expectations. [<a href=\"#sources\">4<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>20% had negative run-ins<\/strong> with rude or unprofessional interviewers. [<a href=\"#sources\">3<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Other turn-offs included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>lack of communication (45%)<\/strong> [<a href=\"#sources\">2<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>misleading job descriptions (64%)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>drawn-out hiring processes (50%)<\/strong> [<a href=\"#sources\">2<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"crickets-after-applying\">Crickets After Applying<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/no-contact-after-ad-application-1024x427.png\" alt=\"76% never hear back after submitting an application\" class=\"wp-image-14092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/no-contact-after-ad-application-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/no-contact-after-ad-application-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/no-contact-after-ad-application-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/no-contact-after-ad-application.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You<\/strong> anxiously hit submit on an application you worked tirelessly on, then&#8230;nothing. Just silence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Over 70%<\/strong> <strong>say<\/strong> they&#8217;ve never received any communication after applying. Rude!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the silence killing candidate experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>60% get <strong>zero response<\/strong> to their application. Crickets! All that work for nothing. [<a href=\"#sources\">4<\/a>]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>44% only hear back within<strong> a couple of weeks<\/strong>. [<a href=\"#sources\">5<\/a>]&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>And 80% are left hanging<\/strong> even after interviews. Awkward! [<a href=\"#sources\">6<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You interview and think it goes well. But despite follow-ups, you never hear if you got the job or not. So unprofessional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"but-theres-hope\">But There&#8217;s Hope!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/positive-job-interview-experience-1024x427.png\" alt=\"57% of employed peeps had a positive experience interviewing with their current employer\" class=\"wp-image-14093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/positive-job-interview-experience-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/positive-job-interview-experience-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/positive-job-interview-experience-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/positive-job-interview-experience.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And over half said it totally swayed their decision to <strong>accept the job<\/strong>. Talk about a happy ending!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Positive experiences<\/strong> also impact your employer brand. In fact, 57% of candidates left positive online reviews after good experiences. [<a href=\"#sources\">7<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s <strong>free advertising<\/strong> right there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So how can you avoid disasters <\/strong>and create great experiences?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve got the <strong>inside scoop<\/strong>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-get-recruitment-right\">How to Get Recruitment Right?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/salary-job-seekers-1024x427.png\" alt=\"1 in 3 job seekers want to see pay info upfront\" class=\"wp-image-14094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/salary-job-seekers-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/salary-job-seekers-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/salary-job-seekers-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/salary-job-seekers.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Treating job candidates right should be <strong>Recruiting 101<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But<strong> let&#8217;s get real<\/strong> &#8211; employers drop the ball all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From lack of communication to outright ghosting<\/strong>, too many hiring processes give applicants the cold shoulder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you fix this fumble and <strong>get recruitment right<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take notes on these<strong> pro tips<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"be-upfront-about-pay-and-benefits\">Be upfront about pay and benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>27% of job seekers expect to see compensation info<\/strong> in the initial job posting. Don&#8217;t make candidates wait till the offer stage to find out they can&#8217;t afford the role! [<a href=\"#sources\">4<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Share the salary range upfront so people can decide if it&#8217;s worth their time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"provide-accurate-job-descriptions\">Provide accurate job descriptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nobody likes showing up on day one to find the actual job duties don&#8217;t match the original listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, <strong>61% of job seekers nod on the truth<\/strong>. Be clear and thorough in describing responsibilities, expectations, and qualifications. [<a href=\"#sources\">7<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, the job posting is the candidates&#8217; first impression of you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"improve-communication\">Improve communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Job seekers crave <strong>regular and transparent communication<\/strong> throughout the hiring process. Be sure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Respond promptly to applicants (say within 48 hours). <strong>Don\u2019t be like the 76%<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Share next steps and timelines upfront. Give status updates if candidates check in. Don&#8217;t go ghost!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of ghosting&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-ghosting-goes-both-ways\">The Ghosting Goes Both Ways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidate-ghosting-1024x427.png\" alt=\"40% of candidates reported also being ghosted by recruiters\" class=\"wp-image-14095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidate-ghosting-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidate-ghosting-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidate-ghosting-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/jobera.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/candidate-ghosting.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Candidate ghosting<\/strong> is super frustrating, especially if they bail after interviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, your <strong>treatment <\/strong>of candidates can make or break your employer brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you don&#8217;t hire someone, <strong>create a positive experience<\/strong> that won&#8217;t send them complaining about you online afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#fff9ed\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>If you found this article interesting, you might enjoy these too:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p>[related_posts_by_tax taxonomies=&#8221;category,post_tag&#8221; posts_per_page=&#8221;5&#8243; orderby=&#8221;post_modified&#8221; title=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fa-qs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-soon-after-an-interview-should-i-follow-up\">How soon after an interview should I follow up?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For real, hit up the interviewer like the next day to say thanks and all that. <strong>Keep it short n&#8217; sweet<\/strong>. Mention something cool you talked about so they remember you. Gotta strike while the iron&#8217;s hot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-the-best-way-to-prepare-for-a-video-interview\">What&#8217;s the best way to prepare for a video interview?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So for <strong>video chats<\/strong>, test that tech so you don&#8217;t get glitched up. Dress to impress on top but wear sweats below if ya want!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stare into that camera like your life depends on it. Have your smart notes and prep nearby. Oh and speak real clear and chill. Basically act like it&#8217;s in person. You got this!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-it-okay-to-ask-about-next-steps-in-the-hiring-process\">Is it okay to ask about next steps in the hiring process?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Asking what&#8217;s next is <strong>no sweat<\/strong>! Just be polite, like &#8220;Hey, was hoping to see if you got an update on next steps after our chat? Still really interested in the job.&#8221; Shows you&#8217;re eager, which they&#8217;ll dig.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-can-i-stand-out-when-applying-for-a-competitive-job\">How can I stand out when applying for a competitive job?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If it&#8217;s a tough job to get, <strong>customize <\/strong>all their resume bullets to match what they want.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a pro tip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Show off how you got the skills already.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research the biz and say how you can help them crush it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask solid questions to learn more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send a thank you note right after about why you&#8217;d rock the role.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-should-i-do-if-the-employer-doesnt-respond-after-the-interview\">What should I do if the employer doesn&#8217;t respond after the interview?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If after the interview they ghost you, <strong>wait 1-2 weeks<\/strong> then hit them back up like &#8220;Hey, just circling back to see if you got an update on where I&#8217;m at in the process?&#8221; If still nada after another couple weeks, call them up to check in. Otherwise, keep grinding and reapply later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wrap-up\">Wrap Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There you have it folks!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you&#8217;re armed with <strong>insider intel<\/strong> on what candidates love and loathe about hiring processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treat &#8217;em right and they&#8217;ll happily accept your offers. Keep it shady and they&#8217;ll head for the hills. The stats don&#8217;t lie!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know you can do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go get &#8217;em recruiters! And may the job hunting odds be ever in your favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sources\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SHRM. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shrm.org\/topics-tools\/news\/technology\/study-job-seekers-abandon-online-job-applications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Study: Most Job Seekers Abandon Online Job Applications<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HeroHunt. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.herohunt.ai\/blog\/recruiting-statistics-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Recruiting statistics 2021: hiring questions answered<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HR Dive. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrdive.com\/news\/candidates-more-likely-to-accept-a-job-offer-after-a-difficult-interview-pr\/573293\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Candidates more likely to accept a job offer after a difficult interview process<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HiringThing. <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hiringthing.com\/job-application-statistics#:~:text=76%25%20of%20job%20seekers%20say,it%20online%20or%20in%20person\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">2024 Job Application Statistics<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indeed. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/finding-a-job\/how-long-should-you-wait-to-hear-back-about-a-job\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">How Long Should You Wait To Hear Back About a Job?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simplilearn. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplilearn.com\/job-interview-statistics-article#:~:text=On%20average%2C%20118%20candidates%20apply,of%20interviewees%20to%20be%20selected\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Job Interview Statistics and Trends for 2024<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medium. <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@fort_hcm\/how-to-achieve-a-positive-candidate-experience-b623893ece6d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">How to Achieve a Positive Candidate Experience<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forbes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/bryanrobinson\/2023\/08\/05\/1-surprising-trait-has-42-of-job-seekers-declining-offers\/?sh=6b9ac7bd6592\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">1 Surprising Trait Has 42% Of Job Seekers Declining Offers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HRO Today. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrotoday.com\/news\/survey-77-of-employers-see-increase-in-job-ghosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Survey: 77% of Employers See Increase in Job Ghosting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job hunting is the worst, right? 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