Posted on September 27, 2022September 28, 2022Categories GovernmentTags ,

A warning to gig economy providers is issued by the FTC

Since the pandemic, gig work has grown significantly and now makes up a significant fraction of U.S. economic output; the FTC estimates that by 2023, gig work will generate $455 billion in sales.

Since the pandemic, gig work has grown significantly and now makes up a significant fraction of U.S. economic output; the FTC estimates that by 2023, gig work will generate $455 billion in sales.

Posted on June 21, 2022June 29, 2022Categories HiringTags ,

Ways in which you can develop a stronger profile as a “Purple Squirrel”

“Purple Squirrel” ads are for positions that are not actually available but are for jobs that organizations suspect “could” be needed in a year (or longer) time, and which could take that long to fill.

“Purple Squirrel” ads are for positions that are not actually available but are for jobs that organizations suspect “could” be needed in a year (or longer) time, and which could take that long to fill.

Posted on June 14, 2022June 14, 2022Categories HiringTags ,

Is your company retaining top talent after the great resignation

The battle to hold on to workers is adding to a market of endless job openings. The job switchers have tended to be in leisure, hospitality, and retail. However, many candidates are not applying.

The battle to hold on to workers is adding to a market of endless job openings. The job switchers have tended to be in leisure, hospitality, and retail. However, many candidates are not applying.

Posted on May 12, 2022October 26, 2022Categories FCRATags , , , , , , ,

FCRA lawsuits reach new record in 2021 after decade of steady increase

As a busy HR manager, things have been going well for you lately. Your company is hiring for numerous positions, so you’re conducting daily interviews and encountering qualified candidates who would be a great fit for the company.

As a busy HR manager, things have been going well for you lately. Your company is hiring for numerous positions, so you’re conducting daily interviews and encountering qualified candidates who would be a great fit for the company.

Posted on February 8, 2022October 26, 2022Categories FCRATags , , , , , , ,

Staying FCRA Compliant When Hiring

Navigating the vast world of FCRA compliance can be overwhelming and confusing at times to say the least, not to mention the high stakes of noncompliance.

Navigating the vast world of FCRA compliance can be overwhelming and confusing at times to say the least, not to mention the high stakes of noncompliance.

Posted on February 8, 2022May 9, 2022Categories Customer ServiceTags , ,

How customer service impinges accuracy and turnaround time

Finding the right candidate for your organization can hinge on how quickly you can hire them. The pressure mounts and you are well aware of the price connected to the process as it relates to dollars, time, and energy.

Finding the right candidate for your organization can hinge on how quickly you can hire them. The pressure mounts and you are well aware of the price connected to the process as it relates to dollars, time, and energy.

Posted on February 8, 2022October 26, 2022Categories LegalTags , , , , , , , ,

The 5 Types of Criminal Record Searches

Are you currently running the best criminal record searches for your organization? What about the government-mandated requirements for your industry? Before you can answer these questions, you need to understand the different types of criminal record searches. 1. County County Criminal Search for current county of residence – Search for reportable felony and misdemeanor records within the applicant’s current county of residence. County Criminal Search for up to two previous counties of residence – Criminal search history can be conducted … Continue reading “The 5 Types of Criminal Record Searches”

Posted on December 3, 2021October 26, 2022Categories Background Checks, COVID-19Tags , , , , , , , ,

How Will Background Checks Change Post-Pandemic?

The foundation of a successful company often lies with its employees. A good team makes an ever-better company which is why companies expend a ton of resources in making sure they hire the right people.

The foundation of a successful company often lies with its employees. A good team makes an ever-better company which is why companies expend a ton of resources in making sure they hire the right people.

Posted on October 26, 2021October 26, 2022Categories LegislationTags , , , , , , , , , ,

How the Recent DOB Redaction Is Impacting Hiring in California & Michigan

The backbone of the background screening industry is criminal record checks at courthouses throughout the U.S. The screening industry has recently encountered multiple efforts to detract from the ability of consumer reporting agencies and courthouse researchers to provide accurate and up-to-date criminal records in a timely fashion. The Consequences of Privacy Michigan and California have decided to protect personally identifiable information (PII) including full dates of birth resulting in unintended consequences. The result is an inability to promptly obtain full … Continue reading “How the Recent DOB Redaction Is Impacting Hiring in California & Michigan”

Posted on October 19, 2021October 26, 2022Categories COVID-19, Drug Testing, HiringTags , , , , , , , ,

How Drug Testing Delays Due to COVID-19 May Be Affecting Your Background Check Turnaround Time

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect how we live and conduct business, including the drug testing industry which is currently experiencing unprecedented testing delays due to a variety of factors.

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect how we live and conduct business, including the drug testing industry which is currently experiencing unprecedented testing delays due to a variety of factors.