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Originally Posted by CaptainCrunch
I've always thought fine on rejection and no comment on the initial stage. Its just a matter of math, people are getting so many applications that it would be impossible to give feedback to everyone. Though with me, if I see something really egregious, that would destroy the persons chances anywhere, I would be tempted to reach out with a "Hey we're not moving forward, but I noticed this in your resume" type of message.
In terms of the interview side, I don't necessarily have a problem giving feedback, but I make sure they understand that its either an email and done, or a like 3 minute call and then done.
To be honest HR people and recruiters really are unsuited to be career counselors during the search, they often don't even have a reason for rejection beyond, did not match the requirements. If its the hiring authority doing the interview, they maybe don't want to engage after the interview due to time, or focus. There's also the fear that the person that's rejected is going to become a time bandit as they fight for the opportunity lost. So that's one of the main reasons for non engagement.
The only time you'll ever get real feedback is if you get to the "Finals" and lose because there is a bit of a fostered relationship. Though nowdays it seems that people will hide behind emails, send one out saying we went with someone else and then ghost because they don't want the emotional discussion.
Its a weird world, built around efficiency and non confrontation. Maybe someday I'll write a book called, I hate people a look at modern business communications.
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This was a few weeks back, but I did have a great interview, thought we made a great connection. Got the PFO email to which I responded.... to the effect of ..." Thanks for the opportunity... blah blah, yes I'm disappointed and the decision has been made however I'd appreciate some learnings and advice by way of email or just a couple mins on the phone." Nope; ghosted. I figure by the FINAL cut people should be able to offer a succinct happy/crappy list.