Attention Recruiters and Hiring Managers!

A recent study by HiringThing and CareerBuilder found that 60% of applicants abandon job applications that are too complex, redundant, or not mobile-friendly.

The breakdown

• 60% quit due to length or complexity.
• 40% abandon applications that are not optimized for smartphones.

Some hiring teams argue that barriers in the application process are useful.

“If someone will not spend 10–15 minutes applying, they probably are not serious.”

That sounds reasonable. Until you look at the numbers.

When 6 out of 10 candidates drop out before finishing, the filter may not be removing casual applicants. It may be removing qualified ones.

Conclusion

Imagine spending thousands on advertising to drive customers to your website.

Then 60% abandon the checkout form.

Most companies would fix the form immediately.

Hiring should be no different.