Is Your Company “Haunted?”

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Many companies are experiencing a scary phenomenon known as “Ghosting.” This occurs when desirable job candidates fail to show up for interviews, respond to job offers or even show up at all for the first day of work after being hired…without so much as a phone call, note of apology or explanation.

This short article (and more in-depth audio interview) from Wharton Business School features two researchers who’ve studied the problem. Worth your time because, as they conclude, the reason for it is close to home (hint: look in the mirror).

CATEGORIES: CEO, First Impressions, Leadership

Published in 2019

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