When explaining why an applicant wasn’t chosen for a position, you should

a. Be specific without being too personal, such as explaining that the position requires specific skills that the applicant doesn’t yet possess.

b. Point out the person’s shortcomings as that’s the honest way and the only way the person knows what he or she need to improve.

c. Be as vague as possible to avoid hurting the person’s feelings.

d. Avoid explaining why an applicant wasn’t chosen.