Sometimes I see the most interesting conversations on Twitter. Like this one. A group was discussing the difference between applicants and candidates.
I must say that I have a tendency to use the words interchangeably. Even though, when I really think about it, there’s a difference. I believe applicants are the people who apply for jobs. Candidates are the ones who are chosen to get an interview.
That being said, I also feel companies have an obligation to both – applicants and candidates. The question becomes should the obligation bethe same? Should applicants be treated the same as candidates? Or once you become a candidate should the expectation change (and, I assume, become greater)?
On one hand, both applicants and candidates are potentially past, current or future customers. So I’d like to think this is important and merits giving everyone a certain level of attention. On the other hand, for candidates you actually see and talk to…this should create some sort of relationship (albeit a short one) that deserves more.
Tell me. I’m interested in your thoughts on this one.
- Should applicants and candidates receive the same level of service?
- As a manager, is it acceptable to treat applicants and candidates differently?
- If you were a candidate, would you expect the same response an applicant gets…or something better?
Thanks & Regards,
Mohnish Bahal,
Marketing Manager,
Futurgenz.
Email Id: mohnish@futurgenz.com
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