Job-seekers aren’t imagining things: the number of candidates getting ghosted by employers just reached a three-year high

A recent report reveals that 53% of job seekers experienced ghosting by employers in the past year, marking a three-year high. The rise in ghosting is attributed to an overwhelming number of applications fueled by AI tools, which complicate the hiring process and make it harder for employers to identify suitable candidates. This trend not only frustrates job seekers but also erodes their trust in the hiring process, as many roles advertised may not even exist, further contributing to a challenging labor market.