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While you might think it's just the usual job hunt, recent research indicates a more troubling possibility. What if the job listings you have applied to aren't real? Read more.
This is one of the reasons why job seekers are finding it difficult to navigate the job boards, trying to assess postings that are for real jobs and ones that aren’t.
Jobseekers in the US are increasingly frustrated by being "ghosted" by employers who have no intention of filling job openings, according to Revelio Labs. The workforce intelligence firm found that reported incidences of ghosting have doubled in many industries compared to pre-pandemic levels. This has led to skepticism towards the government s Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, which is seen as evidence of a tight labor market. The average job posting is now only half as likely to result in a new hire compared to before the pandemic.