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What information should I provide when rejecting a candidate?

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Providing clear, professional feedback helps maintain good agency relationships and improves future submissions.

Essential feedback elements

Primary reason for rejection

  • Skills mismatch

  • Experience level

  • Cultural fit

  • Salary expectations

  • Location requirements

  • Timeline/availability

Specific details

  • Which critical requirements were not met

  • Where experience fell short

  • Which skills were missing

Constructive feedback

  • Areas of strength

  • Specific improvement points

  • Whether to consider for future roles

Best practice

  • Be professional and objective

  • Avoid personal comments

  • Focus on job-related criteria

  • Provide actionable feedback

  • Maintain compliance with discrimination laws

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