As a small business owner, you want to ensure you always get the best candidates for the job. But, taking steps like education verification can feel intimidating or unnatural if you aren't used to that degree of scrutiny with your applicants.

Although a compelling cover letter, impressive interview, and strong work history can lead hiring managers to feel confident in extending an offer of employment to a candidate, there are other key verification processes that should be completed before taking this step. In addition to essential[…]

How accurate are your background checks? Background checks are essential for verifying that the person you wish to hire is indeed the individual they claim to be. People committing fraud or wishing to hide their criminal histories may claim a common name as their own. A common name refers to a name[…]

The verification process plays a crucial role in conducting thorough criminal background checks. Criminals often employ cunning tactics to conceal their past by using maiden names, nicknames, or alternate identities, known as "also known as" (AKA). Understanding an applicant's complete history is[…]

Employers and transgender job applicants both have rights and responsibilities when it comes to background checks. With regard to transgender employee rights, many hiring managers still have questions about performing non-discriminatory background checks.

Most employers conduct background screening for candidates applying for part-time and full-time positions. Employees are thoroughly vetted to ensure preparedness for a given role, accurate credentials, workplace health and safety, and compliance with applicable laws. Even so, some businesses fail[…]

Although most organizations understand the value of conducting background checks during the hiring process, it’s essential to choose a qualified provider that can also help you develop an assurance program: a systematic approach to measure the likelihood of success of any new hire.

In the financial industry, thoroughly screening high-level hires is crucial to protecting a company’s financial health, reputation, and long-term legal compliance. Whether it’s an applicant’s criminal history, issues with substance abuse, or inaccurate qualifications, it’s essential for[…]

Most organizations can easily access and review the social media profiles of job candidates and new hires. Even so, many employers wonder about the ethics and legality of social media tracking as part of the applicant screening process and whether they can incorporate it while ensuring compliance[…]

Reporting workplace violations anonymously has evolved over time. Now, new web-based solutions are available to individuals. While in the past, phone numbers or hotlines offered limited options, website or digital submissions can now be gathered and investigated.