I would agree with most of the reasons and suggestions given in this thread.
In addition, I feel that a recruiter needs to do some homework into the expected behaviour of the candidates before approaching them and setting up an interview.
For example, if a candidate has only MNCs or big companies in his previous experience (except maybe for his first job), he is unlikely to consider a move to a smaller company, even though he might show interest in a telephonic chat.
Similarly, a scan of his work locations will give an indication of his location or region preference.
If a candidate shows interest in moving out of his "comfort zone" (preferred location, company size, etc.), it should raise a flag in the recruiter's mind and the recruiter should follow up and use the suggestions offered earlier in this thread to ensure that the candidate does not default on his commitment to attend the interview.
In addition, I feel that a recruiter needs to do some homework into the expected behaviour of the candidates before approaching them and setting up an interview.
For example, if a candidate has only MNCs or big companies in his previous experience (except maybe for his first job), he is unlikely to consider a move to a smaller company, even though he might show interest in a telephonic chat.
Similarly, a scan of his work locations will give an indication of his location or region preference.
If a candidate shows interest in moving out of his "comfort zone" (preferred location, company size, etc.), it should raise a flag in the recruiter's mind and the recruiter should follow up and use the suggestions offered earlier in this thread to ensure that the candidate does not default on his commitment to attend the interview.