When you set an applicant’s status to “Declined,” you’llbe prompted to enter a reason for the decision. This step helps maintain clarity and recordkeeping within your project pipeline.
What to Include in the Decline Reason
It’s helpful to include specific, relevant, and professional reasons for declining candidates on the ToolBelt Web App.
✅ Good Examples:
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“Did not hold current general liability insurance.”
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“Requested pay outside of project budget.”
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“Unresponsive after multiple calls and texts.”
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“Not enough experience with siding installs.”
❌ What to Avoid:
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Vague statements like “bad fit” without context.
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Anything unprofessional or unrelated to candidate qualifications.
Why does It matter?
Providing solid reasoning:
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Keeps a documented trail for compliance and auditing.
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ToolBelt candidate deliverly system is refined by Declined Reason.
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Supports your future hiring & contractor communication strategies.