Hiring
Can Businesses Require Employees to Get Vaccinated for COVID-19?
It’s been a year since the pandemic first hit, and many of us have fully adapted to an at-home or remote work setup. However, with the launch of the vaccines, employers are beginning to prepare to bring employees back. Of course, many essential businesses never had employees working from home. When gearing up for an…
Read MoreThe Background Screening That Can Impact a Business
Background screening is an integral component of any company’s hiring process, and an overwhelming majority of businesses rely on them as part of their hiring decisions. Background screenings can impact businesses in many ways. For one, they influence the team when deciding which candidate to hire. But beyond who a background check leads hiring managers…
Read MoreHow to Find the Right Employees on LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a hugely beneficial tool for both employees and employers alike. It’s no wonder this social networking platform has taken the professional realm by storm. As the platform grows and applications from the platform pour in, it’s increasingly harder to wade through the number of applicants per job listing. With so many options, you…
Read More5 Ways to Reduce Hiring Costs
As a recruiter, one of the biggest challenges you may face is keeping hiring costs in check. The average cost per hire is just around $4,000. That number cuts significantly into profits, particularly for small businesses. Reduce hiring costs using these tips. Tips to Keep Hiring Costs Low While it might not seem like an…
Read MoreConsider the Fair Chance Act When Hiring for Your Business
It is estimated that 70 million Americans have a criminal record. Since they have a record, many of these offenders have limited options when it comes to employment. By considering the Fair Chance Act, employers can help those who have made mistakes in their past by integrating them into society. This increases the chance that…
Read MoreJob Drug Testing As Marijuana Legalization Expands
Many U.S. states have recently legalized the use of marijuana either for medical or recreational purposes (or both). This has left some employees to wonder whether they’re protected from losing their jobs if they are caught out as marijuana users in their drug tests. This has also left employers wondering what their rights are to…
Read MoreWhat Do Employers Check for on Your Social Media?
When sifting through applications and deciding which people to interview, most employers look at applicants’ social media profiles. It’s become a key element in our everyday lives today. What they find can work for or against a candidate. Here are some things to think about when it comes to employer social media checks. How Social…
Read MoreDo Small Businesses Need Employee Background Checks?
Small businesses are thriving in today’s economy, and arguably are the lifeblood of many industries. As competition in the workforce heats up, it’s important for small business owners to protect their establishments from risk and choose candidates who fit the unique culture of their typically intimate and diverse workplaces. It’s become an important focus…
Read MoreExpanding the Labor Pool by Considering Rehabilitated Offenders
It’s an economic cycle: when labor is plentiful, employers can afford to be choosy about who they hire. When labor pools shrink, employers often need to remove some of their restrictions and consider hiring people with less formal education or fewer years of work experience. One place employers can look for workers to fill labor…
Read MoreWhat Do EU GDPR Rules Mean for Employee Background Checks?
As a consumer, you may have noticed a spike recently in the number of data sharing agreements you’ve had to make when you use apps and websites. There’s a reason for this, and it originates in the European Union. Officially called the “General Data Protection Regulation” 2016/679, the EU GDPR is a new law…
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