As the Society for Human Resource Management states, "For HR to overlook it today would be like ignoring e-mail 20 years ago." And yet many companies still have questions and concerns regarding social media screenings.
Is it legal?
Is it really necessary?
Can't I just do it myself?
We're...
Since 70 million people in the U.S. have a criminal record, it makes sense that employers conduct criminal background checks so they can make informed decisions about applicants. The problem is that many myths abound regarding criminal background checks, so we decided to round up some of the...
It's easy to spout off startling statistics, but without context, those stats remain just that: startling. Understanding a statistic's relevance is what makes a statistic useful. A good stat should help you make a more informed decision regarding your talent acquisition and retention process.
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