Career Talk With Wes
A place where people can talk and listen to others talk about their career experiences, wants, needs, challenges, goals, etc.
Discussion from the perspective that awareness brings change, and that you can’t change what you can’t see.
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Career Talk With Wes
A place where people can talk and listen to others talk about their career experiences, wants, needs, challenges, goals, etc.
Discussion from the perspective that awareness brings change, and that you can’t change what you can’t see.
What is ghosting? In this conversation, Wes Ehnert discusses the concept of ghosting in the job market, exploring its origins in dating and its implications for job seekers. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and not personalizing the experience of being ghosted. Ehnert encourages job seekers to embrace uncertainty, focus on what they can control, and depersonalize the actions of employers to maintain motivation and energy during their job search.
Keywords
ghosting, job seeking, career coaching, job market, communication, mindset, uncertainty, personal development, job search strategies, emotional resilience
Summary
In this conversation, Wes Ehnert discusses the concept of ghosting in the job market, exploring its origins in dating and its implications for job seekers. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and not personalizing the experience of being ghosted. Ehnert encourages job seekers to embrace uncertainty, focus on what they can control, and depersonalize the actions of employers to maintain motivation and energy during their job search.
Takeaways
Ghosting in job seeking is a real concern.The term originated from online dating.Employers should communicate better with candidates.Job seekers have little control over employer actions.It's important to maintain a positive mindset.Perceptions of ghosting can affect job seekers' morale.Embrace uncertainty in the job search process.Depersonalizing employer actions can reduce stress.Focus on what you can control during job seeking.Keep your energy and motivation high throughout the process.
Titles
Navigating Ghosting in Job SearchesThe Emotional Toll of Job Seeking
Sound Bites
"Employers should do a better job.""You have zero control over it.""Focus on what you have control over."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Career Talk and Ghosting03:06 Understanding Ghosting in Job Seeking05:47 The Emotional Impact of Ghosting09:05 Reframing the Ghosting Narrative11:59 Taking Control: Boundaries and Actions14:51 Depersonalizing the Experience18:11 Conclusion and Moving Forward
References & Information Sources
CNBC.com:
‘Ghosting’ gets more common in the job market: It’s not a ‘passing fad,’ report saysPublished Thu, Feb 29 202410:10 AM EST Updated Thu, Feb 29 202411:00 AM ESTBy Greg Iacurci@GregIacurci
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/02/29/ghosting-is-getting-more-common-in-the-job-market.html
Indeed.com
How Job Seekers and Employers are Responding to GhostingWritten by Ashley ZlatopolskyUpdated March 26, 2025
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/news/ghosting-in-hiring-insights-strategies
Career Talk With Wes
Career Talk With Wes
A place where people can talk and listen to others talk about their career experiences, wants, needs, challenges, goals, etc.
Discussion from the perspective that awareness brings change, and that you can’t change what you can’t see.
