Ghosting a recruiter? Here's why it might cost you more than just this job.

We know things happen. People get cold feet. Timelines shift. But when a candidate disappears mid-process — no email, no text, no “thanks but I’m heading in another direction” — it doesn’t just affect us.

It reflects directly on you… and on how we present you to the client.

• Unreliable

• Poor communicator

• Not ready for a professional role

That’s harsh — especially if it’s not the full story. But perception matters, and our clients trust us to represent candidates who follow through.

What candidates don’t always realize:

• This industry is small. People talk. Clients trust our experience, and when they ask us for feedback, we're honest. If someone ghosted or dropped off without a word—we share that. It does get factored in.

• Recruiters often work with multiple brands. One bad impression can travel further than you think.

• Ghosting a recruiter might seem minor at the moment, but it can quietly close doors you didn’t even know were open.

We’re not here to scold. We’re here to advocate for you — and that’s a lot easier when we can show you’re thoughtful, communicative, and respectful of the process.

So next time your plans shift? Just shoot a message. No hard feelings. Just professional closure.

And we’ll keep rooting for you.