If a company messes you around during the hiring process, leaving a bad review is entirely fair. Here’s why:

Holding Them Accountable

Companies that ghost candidates, drag out the process or mislead applicants shouldn’t get away with it. A review lets them know their actions have consequences.

Helping Other Job Seekers

A lousy hiring experience can be frustrating, and chances are, you’re not the only one it’s happened to. By sharing your experience, you help others avoid wasting their time.

Pushing Companies to Do Better

Companies are more likely to improve if enough people call out bad hiring practices. Reviews can encourage them to communicate better, respect candidates’ time, and generally act more professionally.

Getting Something Back for Your Wasted Time

Applying for jobs takes effort. If a company strings you along and then disappears or treats you poorly, a review is one way to at least make sure your experience wasn’t for nothing.

Balancing the Power

Employers expect candidates to be professional, but they don’t always hold themselves to the same standard. Reviews help level the playing field by making companies accountable for how they treat applicants—not just employees.

As long as your review is honest and fair, it’s a valid way to warn others and push for better hiring practices.