Tech IndustryFeb 15, 2020
AppleJHtz81

LinkedIn recuriter ghosting

Several LinkedIn recuriters reach out expressing interest and start ghosting after I accept their interest. Is this some new way of recruitment that LinkedIn recuriters have invented? Has anyone else been through something similar? #linkedinhiring #linkedin #linkedininterview

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Facebook khfvnds Feb 15, 2020

Bot ?

Apple JHtz81 OP Feb 15, 2020

Looks like a human in their LinkedIn profile pic. FB on the other hand has really good recruiters.

Facebook khfvnds Feb 15, 2020

I didnt want to join fb and had a google offer. But the google recruiter was laid back and slow, whereas the fb one seemed super proactive and fast. Overall left an amazing impression on me in the process which also helped me decide

Walmart alHU28 Feb 15, 2020

Yup has happened every time over the past few years to me. That’s why I never respond to LinkedIn recruiters. You think this one is different but then they are all the same. Generic pitch and ghost after or before setting up phone interview.

Apple ICT6 Mar 20, 2020

I have encountered at least 3-4 recruiters from LinkedIn reaching out showing interest and the moment I respond they just disappear. Shameful recruiting culture.

WeWork w00fer Feb 15, 2020

Was super unimpressed with the linkedin recruiter. He couldn't do simple math.

Intralinks TimNadela Feb 15, 2020

Says the guy who's former CEO couldn't do simple math either

Facebook khfvnds Feb 15, 2020

Arent they independent dude ?!

Capital One hiokbye Feb 15, 2020

You mean they’re looking to fill positions at LinkedIn? If so send them my way.

Postmates jhj107 Feb 15, 2020

Yeah I’ve experienced the same thing, an employer was interested but they ghosted.

LinkedIn sde3jhyS Feb 15, 2020

It happens but usually it's just the recruiter lost track of your message or hasn't had a chance to respond. If you are interested in applying, then be persistent and consider applying directly.

Apple JHtz81 OP Feb 15, 2020

Does referrals carry much value at LinkedIn?

LinkedIn sde3jhyS Feb 15, 2020

A good referral usually gets you a phone screen.