slow fades and no-replies

I've been job hunting recently. If you ever need an ego-deflator there's nothing like the good old employment search for that. I have to say the only thing worse than a reply saying that you are not exactly the right candidate for the job is the no-reply. Come on! At least tell me that you think I suck. Tell me that the position has been filled or that you are still searching for the right person. Have the decency to say "there is someone more qualified" or "not right now, but someday" or "try looking someplace else." Throw me an effing bone!

   The only thing worse than that is the "slow fade." I've been fading for a while now. I feel practically invisible.