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Background checks. As an HR manager or hiring leader, those two words probably make you think of both invaluable insights and potential legal quagmires. Conducting employment background screens can unquestionably provide useful information to help assess candidate qualifications and avoid negligent hiring risks. But doing so also opens up your...

Finding top talent is harder than ever these days. With unemployment rates at historic lows, companies are stretching their recruiting efforts across borders to connect with qualified candidates wherever they may be.  But hiring internationally comes with its own set of challenges. Verifying an overseas candidate's background can feel like...

Background checks have become a standard part of the hiring process for many employers. While background checks can provide useful information, they may also contain inaccurate or incomplete information that could hamper your job search. If you've received a copy of your background check report and found suspicious or incorrect...

In today's digital age, a wealth of information about almost anyone is available online - if you know where and how to look. Public records, news articles, social media profiles, and other online resources can reveal a lot about a person's background, history, and reputation.  While it may seem intrusive,...