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Not All Background Checks Are Created Equal

In our last post we discussed the basics of background checks. Social security traces, criminal records searches, employment/education verifications, MVRs & drug screens are components of a successful background check program. However, it’s even more important to take into account the positions you’re trying to fill when creating your program. You’ll want to think about […]

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How A Background Check Program Will Protect What You’re Building

Having a solid background check program in place is one of the ways you can protect your business. It’s also one of the most cost-effective. When starting a company, little thought is given to pre-employment screening (unless you’re us), but it’s actually a relatively inexpensive means of protection when you’re growing.  Knowing who you are […]

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Do Small Businesses Need Background Checks?

As a small business you might wonder if background checks are all that important. Often a small business may consist of a few family members or a couple of close friends. If this is the case, and you know all of the employees through and through, then maybe spending money on background checks isn’t all […]

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The Right Candidate Is Worth The Wait – Don’t Rush The Process

You believe you’ve finally found your star candidate for the job. It took a while, but it was well worth the wait. The candidate seems like the perfect fit and now you just need to get them down the final stretch. As you’re finalizing their background/reference checks, the candidate lets you know they’ve received another […]

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The Art Of War – In The Trenches Of A Pandemic

We’re all feeling battle fatigue, and as the pandemic continues to adapt and march on, so must we! Hiring challenges aren’t going anywhere and knowing how to address them now, and after the Coronavirus, will be key to a company’s success. According to an article posted yesterday by a Forbes, Human Resources Council contributor, there […]

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The Top 5 Soft Skills of 2020

As a small business, how much focus should you give to soft skills when hiring? Clearly, you need to evaluate their technical abilities and related work history. However, should you also assess their “fit” with your company and existing employees? Some hiring managers rely on their gut while others use referrals from other employees. Although […]