How to Provide Feedback to Unsuccessful Job Candidates

Are you interested in providing feedback to an unsuccessful candidate for your job? Candidates appreciate feedback because they are anxious to improve their chances of getting the next job for which they apply. Some candidates are also genuinely interested in improving their skills and interaction in an interview setting.

In an earlier article, Must Employers Tell Applicants Why They Weren’t Hired?, I covered why the majority of employers don’t provide feedback to their unsuccessful candidates and suggested several reasons why you might want to provide feedback.

One study, referenced in that article, found that 70% of employers don't provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates following an interview.

If you’re in the 30% who will provide feedback, these ten tips will help you provide feedback most effectively following an interview.

For more information read this great article. 

10 Tips for the Employer About Providing Feedback