Job-seekers are funny people (yes, even you!) Here's why:

1. I recently read a story about people applying for jobs, then not showing up for the scheduled interview. Not calling, not writing -- just not showing. The recruiters suggested that because so much of the hiring process has become automated and impersonal, some candidates don't feel they need to bother if something else comes up.

Wow! -- that's all I can say. Unemployment is well over 7% and you get a job interview, and then don't show up for it?

2. Sort of related, we had an opening, received an application, but the applicant asked to delay the interview for a week because of a previously-planned vacation. After the "vacation", received a note saying how much she was looking forward to meeting us that week.

The very next day, received a note saying she had accepted another offer. I love being played, don't you?

Obviously I'm not understanding how the rules of respect and consideration have changed. Am I the only one? What up?