Ghosted after positive interview — then saw someone else hired on LinkedIn Pros: The role appeared well-aligned to my experience, with genuine potential to contribute to growth The initial interview was friendly and suggested mutual interest Business is in a position to expand if managed properly Cons: Despite being told after interview that they were keen to progress to a second stage, I received no further communication whatsoever Weeks later, I discovered via LinkedIn that someone else had been hired — and publicly celebrated by an external consultant This complete lack of courtesy, feedback or closure felt not only unprofessional but humiliating For a company that claims to value integrity and teamwork, this experience showed neither Raises serious concerns about how they treat people, both internally and externally Advice to Management: If a candidate invests time preparing and engaging with your process, have the basic decency to let them know the outcome — especially when you tell them you're progressing them. Publicly announcing someone else’s success while ghosting others reflects poorly on your leadership and damages your brand. A respectful “no” is far better than silence and embarrassment.