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As Fair Chance Hiring Laws continue to sweep through states in the country, the Lone Star State is no exception. As of 2021 several places in Texas had passed ban the box requirements including San Antonio, Austin, Dallas County and Travis County. And now Harris County the third largest county in the U.S. has announced […]
What is actually included in a pre-employment background check? A pre-employment background check is an essential piece of the hiring process. Most background checks will verify identity, criminal history, education, previous employment, professional licenses and/or certifications. Depending on the position being applied for additional searches may be included like sex offender status, driving record (MVR), […]
What is the gig economy? The gig economy is a segment of the workforce comprised of individuals earning income by providing on-demand work, services or goods. Some examples would be contract, temporary, freelance and seasonal workers. They often utilize a digital platform or website in order to market their services and find clients. This is […]
How can today’s hybrid and other evolving work models impact your current employment screening process? Whether you’re currently hiring new people, or simply redesigning flexible work arrangements to accommodate current employees, it’s good to be knowledgeable about the different hybrid and other evolving work models out there. It’s also important to be aware of the […]
During the hiring process the term “ghosting” refers to severing all communication with someone without any explanation or warning, according SHRM. Both the hiring employer as well as the candidate can be guilty of this harmful, and often regrettable, practice. It seems employers have been ghosting job applicants and candidates for years. According to a […]
When companies are looking to hire, they typically start with the job description and the specific qualifications and traits they believe will be best suited for the position. However, many hiring employers don’t stop to consider what might be even more important, which is how sensitive is the specific position. Different placements within an organization […]