When you’re ready to bring a new employee on board, waiting on a background check can feel like the longest part of the process. Understandably, most businesses want to know:“How long does a background check take?” The short answer?It depends on the scope of your screening, how many jurisdictions are searched, how responsive former employers […]
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Summer is a busy season for many businesses and that often means bringing in extra hands. Temporary workers help meet seasonal demand across retail, hospitality, events, and more. But while the pressure to fill positions quickly is understandable, skipping employment screening for seasonal hires can cost you far more than the time it saves. Here’s why
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Imagine walking through an HR conference. Vendors hand out colorful koozies, branded USB drives, fidget spinners, and if you’re lucky, a trendy tote bag. These freebies are a fair trade: you give a few minutes of your attention, they give you some swag. Now picture the online version of that experience. Online vendors offer free or
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The short answer: absolutely; when done correctly. Background checks aren’t just a formality. They’re a critical part of protecting your company from financial loss, legal risk, and workplace disruption. Here’s why thorough, compliant screening should be a core part of your hiring strategy. 1. Workplace Theft: A $50 Billion Problem Workplace theft costs U.S. businesses
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