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Candidate Fakes Illness, Takes New Job
3 Nov
Summary
- Candidate faked a medical emergency to avoid starting a new job.
- CEO revealed candidate accepted another role in Bengaluru.
- The incident sparked a debate on job ghosting ethics.
Gaurav Kheterpal, CEO of Vanshiv Technologies, recounted an incident involving a candidate who ghosted their offer on the scheduled joining date. The candidate's sister contacted the company, fabricating a story about sudden health issues requiring hospitalization and requesting a joining date extension. However, the company later verified through LinkedIn that the candidate had accepted a position in Bengaluru that same week.
Kheterpal expressed disappointment, stating that candidates should communicate honestly if they receive a better offer or change their mind. He condemned the use of fake medical emergencies, calling it a fundamental breach of integrity. The post gained significant traction online, initiating a discussion about professional ethics in hiring, with varied opinions on whether companies or candidates are more prone to ghosting.
