Why do recruiters bait and switch just to get you on the phone or in an interview?

I’ve had too many recruiters say my compensation expectation is reasonable and by the time I get to an interview or offer, the employer comes back $20k under what I told the recruiter was my baseline. Why waste all of our time with “a call” if you know the job or comp isn’t what I’m looking for?

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I honestly think they are way too busy trying to get commissions to actually pay attention. They say, "yeah, yeah, yeah sure sure" on the phone, but they don't really care if the job gets filled as long as they pass someone along.

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Sometimes recruiters are under pressure to fill roles fast, so they stretch the truth to get you in the door. But it wastes everyone’s time and trust. Clearer upfront communication and honesty would save energy for everyone.

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The hope that you just go along with it is what I think. They want all the experience and skills, just for a fraction of the price right now. Waste of time for everyone, but it still happens a lot.

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Bait and switch, definitely.

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