According to an internal review by Greenhouse, 18% to 22% of job posts are ghost listings. Nearly 70% of companies using its platform posted at least one ghost job in Q2 2024.
Jon Stross, president of Greenhouse, called the job market 'more soul-crushing than ever,' highlighting how ghost jobs contribute to frustration among job seekers.
Research from Resume Genius indicates that companies post ghost jobs to create an illusion of growth, attracting new talent and boosting their follower counts on platforms like LinkedIn.
Companies also use ghost job listings to keep current employees motivated by suggesting that there are opportunities for growth within the organization.
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