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Navigating Local Compliance: A Guide to New York Employment Screening Laws

Imagine sailing through the complex waters of New York’s legal system, where each regulation is a buoy guiding you to compliant and effective employment screening. Navigating these waters requires a skilled navigator, aware of every current and undercurrent. In the dynamic world of employment screening, understanding the intricate legal landscape is akin to a captain… Read More »

Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring: How Background Checks Play a Role

In the quest for workplace diversity and inclusion (D&I), every aspect of the hiring process is under scrutiny. Background checks, often seen as a standard step in vetting candidates, play a surprisingly significant role in this endeavor. As Vernā Myers, a diversity consultant, eloquently puts it, “Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is… Read More »

Balancing Speed and Accuracy in Background Checks: Tips for Employers

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In the fast-paced world of hiring, the adage “time is money” often leads to a race against the clock. However, as Juan Enriquez, a futurist and TED speaker, wisely notes, “Speed does not always equal progress.” This is particularly true in the realm of background checks, where the balance between speed and accuracy is crucial.… Read More »

Understanding the Impact of Criminal Records in Hiring: A Balanced Approach

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Imagine a balance scale, one side laden with the weight of safety and security, the other, the weight of fairness and second chances. In the realm of hiring, particularly concerning applicants with criminal records, employers are like the custodians of this scale, striving to maintain a delicate equilibrium. The issue of considering criminal records in… Read More »

Comprehensive Checks for Healthcare: Ensuring Safe and Compliant Hiring

Just as a surgeon meticulously sterilizes their instruments before an operation, healthcare employers must exercise similar diligence in their hiring processes. In an industry where the stakes are lives and well-being, the importance of thorough background checks cannot be overstated. In the healthcare industry, the significance of comprehensive background checks transcends mere regulatory compliance; it… Read More »

Taking a Closer Look at the Cost of a Bad Hire

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Imagine a ship setting sail with a misaligned compass. Though the error might seem minor at first, over time, it leads the vessel miles off course. Similarly, a bad hire, often perceived as a small misstep, can steer an organization far from its intended trajectory, incurring significant costs. The Financial Burden of Misguided Hiring The… Read More »

7 Reasons Why Your Organization Cannot Overlook a Thorough Background Check When Hiring

In the intricate puzzle of building a successful organization, hiring the right people is one of the most critical pieces. Your team is the backbone of your company, and the individuals you bring on board can shape your company’s culture, performance, and future. A vital component of this process is conducting thorough background checks. Like… Read More »

The High Cost of a Bad Hire: How One Bad Decision Can Wreak Financial Havoc

You’ve gone through the entire recruitment process, from creating a job description and disseminating it, screening resumes, contacting candidates to set up interviews, performing multiple rounds of interviews, and negotiating an offer. You onboard your candidate. After they start, you discover they don’t have the skills to perform in the position. A week later, they’ve… Read More »

What Actions Should You Take if You Suspect a Remote Employee Isn’t Working Full-Time?

Remote work is more common than ever. And it offers many benefits to both employees and employers. Employees like the flexibility and control over their schedules that remote work provides. And employers benefit from remote work by having a more satisfied staff and saving money on on-site costs like office expenses and utility bills.   However,… Read More »

What Should Be Included in a Strategic Hiring Process?

Recruiting has been a challenge for the last few years. Record low unemployment and a shrinking labor force participation rate have made it more difficult than ever to bring the right people on board. How can your company create a strategic hiring process to identify individuals with the skills, experience, and motivation to be an… Read More »