Three Things You Can Learn Through Background Checks
General InterestWe all know that an employer runs a background check on us before we get hired... but what does that mean? What stones does an average check turn over in your life, and what aspects can you expect to have a light shined on them? Well, if you've…
Background Screening Myths And Misconcpetions
General InterestThere are many myths and misconceptions about background screenings and why they should not be done. Background screenings seem like a huge task to handle. However, those who believe the myths should feel comfortable knowing that those myths…
Discover How To Select A Background Check Provider
General InterestIncreasingly, businesses are completing background checks for hiring prospects. How to select a background check provider can become confusing and frustrating. Unfortunately, some learn the hard way, bigger is not always better. We want to…
Three Reasons Screening for Drug Usage Is So Important for Employers
General InterestEmployers have a tall task ahead of them when it comes to hiring a staff of responsible, conscientious, and hard-working professionals free of criminal backgrounds, false credentials, or a whole litany of other unsavory practices.
Unfortunately,…
Does Your Background Screening Program Need To Be Updated
General InterestMany people are not fans of making resolutions for the new year. After all, do you really need to wait until a new year arrives to make yourself do something you should probably already be doing?
Many of the resolutions that people make are…
Why You Should Never Skip Employment Verifications
General InterestThe Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) was originally passed in 1970 to amend and enlarge the sway of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. The purpose of the act is to regulate the behavior of the consumer reporting agencies (CRAs) and background…
Background Screening: Take The Time To Hire The Perfect Fit
General InterestIf your business is like most businesses when it comes to hiring employees, you want to do things right the first time. You can save yourself some time, money, and headaches by going through various processes to ensure you hire the employees…
Why The Vast Majority Of Companies Use Background Screening
General InterestOften when a strong trend exists, there are reasons to take a look at it. One such trend is the use of background screening before hiring a new employee.
Screenings are important to the general morale of the office and the ability to get…
Identifying Diploma Mills On A Resume
General InterestNot all education is equally valuable. Some seek higher education that equips them with the skills and knowledge they need for the real world. Others try to cut corners and obtain credentials that they do not rightfully deserve. Spotting diploma…
Due Diligence: Do Not Place The Blame On Someone Else
General InterestCreating the employee base of any business operation lies squarely on the shoulders of the management team. They are the ones who have to make the key decisions about who to hire and who to pass over. Those who practice proper due diligence…
Background Screening Services: Make The Right Choice
General InterestWe understand that every business has its own background screening needs. There are a large number of background screenings and background check services available for employers to use, but caution should be taking before choosing any one service.
You…
Does Your Background Screening Program Need To Be Updated In 2016?
General InterestMany people are not fans of making resolutions for the new year. After all, do you really need to wait until a new year arrives to make yourself do something you should probably already be doing?
Many of the resolutions that people make are…