Engineered Connections – Bridging Talent and Opportunity
In recruitment, interviews often feel like the final hurdle, but truthfully, they’re only halfway through the race.
Because what really moves things forward?
Feedback.
Not just a polite formality, but a crucial part of the hiring journey that’s too often forgotten. And when it’s missing, both sides can lose out, and fast!
From the Candidate’s View: Silence Isn’t Golden
Let’s be honest, candidates don’t just “turn up” to interviews. They prep, plan, and sometimes put other opportunities on hold just to meet your team. That’s a big investment of time, hope, and effort.
And when the response is… nothing?
That silence becomes more than frustrating; it becomes a signal.
- “They’re not serious.”
- “They didn’t like me.”
- “They’ve moved on.”
Even when that’s not the case, the candidate doesn’t know that because you haven’t told them.
💬 “We liked them but need to see one more.”
💬 “We’re unsure about X but open to a second meeting.”
💬 “We need a week, don’t go anywhere.”
Any of those would keep someone engaged. But no update at all? They’re gone. We’ve literally had candidates accept other roles 24 hours before their preferred employer finally got back to them.
It’s not about chasing perfection — it’s about showing respect.
From the Client’s View: You Can’t Improve What You Don’t Understand
Now flip it.
You’ve met a candidate. You’re on the fence. You’re wondering if you should keep interviewing. Maybe they didn’t follow up, so you assume they’re not that interested.
But that silence from them?
They’re thinking the same thing about you.
When clients don’t share feedback, they’re also flying blind.
- Was it the salary that lost them?
- Did they not understand the brief?
- Did they feel comfortable in the meeting?
- Or were they simply weighing another offer?
We recently had a client who loved a candidate but waited two weeks to respond. By the time we called, the candidate had already started elsewhere, and the client was genuinely shocked.
Feedback gives you visibility. It lets us fine-tune your pitch, shift direction if needed, and avoid wasting time. It also gives your brand a boost because word spreads when companies are clear, honest, and timely.
Feedback = Momentum
At Engineered Connections, we sit between both sides every day. And one thing we’ve learnt?
“Lack of feedback is the fastest way to lose momentum. And in recruitment, momentum is everything.”
We know how busy things get. Feedback can fall through the cracks, especially when you’re juggling multiple roles, projects, or stakeholders. But a quick call, a WhatsApp message, or even a one-liner email, that’s all it takes to keep things moving.
And when it flows, here’s what happens:
- Candidates stay engaged.
- Clients get better matches.
- Offers get made and accepted faster.
Everyone wins.
We’re Here to Keep the Conversation Going
We don’t just send CVs and hope for the best. We listen. We coach. We represent both parties honestly — and push things forward when they stall.
But to do that, we need one simple thing from both sides:
Talk to us.
Whether it’s a “yes,” a “no,” or a “not quite yet” — we’ll handle the rest.
And if you’re not sure what to say? Tell us that too.
We’ll help you figure it out.
Final Thought: Feedback Isn’t a Bonus—It’s the Bare Minimum
- For candidates, feedback builds trust and confidence.
- For clients, feedback sharpens strategy and speeds up results.
- For us, it’s what lets us truly bridge talent and opportunity.
So next time you’re wondering whether to follow up… do it.
Your future hire might be waiting on that very message.
Engineered Connections
Bridging Talent and Opportunity