Global Work AI Survey 72% of Remote Job Seekers Feel Ghosted by Recruiters

A new Global Work AI survey reveals that 72% of remote job seekers feel frustrated by recruiter ghosting, reflecting rising stress as long hiring timelines clash with urgent financial needs.

New Castle, Delaware, United States, 22nd Oct 2025 - Global Work AI, an AI-native job search platform for remote workers, announced new survey findings revealing that seven in ten Americans pursuing remote opportunities feel frustrated and desperate in the current job market, with 72% calling "ghosting" from recruiters the major reason for frustration. The same share of respondents said they are dissatisfied with the overall job-hunting process today.

Although the average hiring period in 2025 is estimated to last 44 days, most remote job seekers expect a far longer wait. 96% of respondents anticipate their search will take more than a month, 39% don't expect to secure work within six months, yet more than half say they need a job in less than 30 days. That gap is fueling mounting stress driven by financial uncertainty.

Over a third of the survey takers may be called "survivors", urgently looking for work due to financial challenges. They need a new source of income here and now. Overall, income was cited as the top motivator for remote job seekers, along with remote opportunities and flexible schedules, while career growth ranked only eighth in priority.

Gen Z and millennials make up the majority of remote job seekers, with 56% of respondents between ages 25 and 44 identifying as early - to mid-career professionals. While flexibility is often the main draw for younger workers, more established professionals view remote jobs as a source of financial security.

The demographic makeup partially explains the leading role of social networks in the job search process today. LinkedIn dominates as the platform of choice, used by 78% of respondents to seek new career opportunities. Social platforms such as YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn also serve as a primary source of advice and career tips for more than half of job seekers (56%).

Artificial intelligence is also shaping the job hunt. Respondents were divided on their level of trust in AI, with 47% expressing little confidence and 44% saying they mostly trust it. Even so, more than six in ten rated their AI skills as intermediate or higher, suggesting they are tech-savvy.

Searching for a job remains time-consuming and emotionally draining, often taking hours each day. Still, 71% of job seekers said they believe the right opportunity will eventually find them. Many also cited small wins, such as interview invitations, and support from family and friends as key motivators to keep going.

About the company

Global Work AI is an AI-native job-search platform for those looking for remote work opportunities. Global Work aggregates 1 million + verified remote jobs per month, eliminating scams, duplicates, and inefficiencies. With automated applications, AI-powered CVs and cover letters, and real-time job alerts, it helps remote workers save hundreds of hours and land the right roles faster.

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City: New Castle

State: Delaware

Country: United States

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