We’ve all heard of quiet quitting. But what about quiet hiring?

You’ve finally taken the leap and handed in your resignation. Suddenly, your employer scrambles to keep you — dangling a pay rise, a shiny new job title, or even a long-awaited promotion. Tempting, right? But here’s the truth: counteroffers are rarely the happy ending they appear to be.

First impressions matter. Yet, time and again, highly capable candidates are ruled out of the hiring process for what might seem like minor errors: spelling mistakes, sloppy grammar, or inconsistencies between their CV and LinkedIn profile.

Let’s debunk a common myth: recruiters and hiring managers don’t read your CV line by line like a gripping novel. The reality? Research shows they make an initial judgment in as little as six seconds.

How to Build a Personal Brand That Lands Interviews—Without the Guesswork