Remember when “ghosting” was something that happened in the dating world? You’d meet someone, text for a bit, maybe even go on a date or two… and then poof—nothing. Radio silence. You’ve been ghosted. Well, guess what? Ghosting has packed its bags and moved into the business world. And one of its favorite new hangouts? Recruitment agencies. Many recruitment consultancies talk a big game on their websites. They proudly boast about “candidate care” and invite you to join their exclusive “talent banks,” promising to match you with amazing companies. Sounds nice, right? But here’s the million-dollar question: How genuine is it? Because in practice, it often feels like the script flips the moment you hang up the phone or hit send on that follow-up email. Suddenly, the enthusiastic consultant you spoke to is nowhere to be found. No reply to your email, no returned call, not even a polite “we’ve…
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Is Recent Experience Essential for Recruitment Success? The concept of recent experience plays a significant role in recruitment decisions, but how crucial is it, really? Employers often prioritize candidates with recent and relevant experience, assuming that their skills are up to date and immediately applicable. However, this approach can sometimes overlook the value of transferable skills, continuous learning, and personal development during career breaks. Defining Recency in the Hiring Process Recency is typically measured by the number of years since an individual last acquired job-relevant training or experience. Some industries, such as medicine, technology, and engineering, evolve rapidly, making recent experience highly relevant. However, in other professions, skills and knowledge can remain valid for extended periods with minimal degradation. If recency is an employer’s selection criteria it is important to ensure it is justified and directly linked to job performance. This means consideration should be given to how a lack…
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