Diversity Background Check

How Background Checks Can Support Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace

Diversity and inclusion (D&I) aren’t just corporate buzzwords, they’re strategic drivers of long-term business success. Whether you’re running a small coffee shop on Main Street or managing operations in a downtown high-rise, building a diverse and inclusive team creates stronger, more resilient businesses. But what role do background checks play in this process? More than […]

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Social Media and Hiring: Why Screening Applicants Online Can Be Risky

Social media has transformed the way businesses find talent. Even small and mid-sized companies can now engage directly with potential candidates, both active and passive, through platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and even Instagram or TikTok. This strategy, known as social recruiting, offers a low-cost, high-visibility way to connect with job seekers and promote company culture. But

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Compliance Background Checks

Avoid Compliance Pitfalls: Why You Shouldn’t Split Your Employment Screening Process

Many organizations handle parts of their employment screening in-house like checking references or reviewing public social media while outsourcing the rest to a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA). At first glance, this blended approach may seem cost effective. But in practice, it creates risk and undermines legal protection. If you’re managing even a portion of your background

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Criminal Records and Hiring in Texas: What Employers Need to Know

If you’re starting or refining an employment screening program in Texas, it’s essential to align your policies with both state and federal laws. Understanding what information you can legally consider and what you can’t will help your business stay compliant, avoid lawsuits, and make fair, informed hiring decisions. Here are two key areas of focus: the Texas

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