Mini rant.
I'm the last week I have had four calls from recruiters/headhunters to discuss an "opportunity" at the end of the call, they all promise to send over more information (job specs, links to website etc) and I never receive anything. I'm not particularly looking for a new role so I'm not following up, but why are they just lying? If, after a conversation, I'm not the right fit, just say that.
They've all emailed me prior to calling and managed to phone me so it's not that!



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It can get overwhelming for recruiters sometimes. I know that’s not an excuse but I know recruiters who are juggling 30-40 different reqs at once and barely have time to breathe. I would just follow up!

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I understand that, I haven't approached them though, they've contacted me to try and headhunt me.

I must admit I wouldn't be able to be a recruiter, it honestly looks hellish!

I had a similar experience where a recruiter really went after me to schedule a video chat and talk about opportunities. She asked for my resume, which I provided, and then she stopped responding all together.

Why go through the effort of asking for me to do follow up steps if you’re not gonna engage with me at all afterwards.

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I've had similar experiences. They likely meant it in the moment but it got dropped on the list of prioirities. It happens :(

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