Competition for talent is fierce, and today companies, are pulling out all the stops to attract new employees. From strong rewards programs to competitive … Read more
You Shouldn’t Ignore Criminal Records When Checking Candidates
The scenario may seem familiar, whether through a real life experience or something you saw on TV. You interview a candidate and it appears as if they … Read more
5 Pre-Employment Test Trends You Need to Know About
The year 2014 was a great one for job growth. December alone added 252,000 jobs, and the unemployment rate fell to 5.6 percent. American economist Mark … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: A New Job Is a Really Big Deal – For Them AND You
Whether it’s a first job, the tenth job, or a promotion (even a lateral one), a new job is a big deal. That’s why a new employee’s first day is … Read more
Why Onboarding Has Become a Strategic Priority
Editor’s Note: It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. 24. Our regular content will return on Monday. … Read more
The Importance of Putting the Human Interaction Back Into HR
Welcome to your new job! Now, put on these chains and fill out this form … And then fill out this one … And then fill out this one… And then fill out this … Read more
The Top Screening and Employment Issues We Faced in 2014
I almost can’t believe it myself, but it’s already December. And this point in the year means it’s almost time to close the books on 2014. As the year … Read more
What a Brand New Employee Needs from You Most
I’ll tell anyone who’ll listen that I’m a proud cynic. The definition of “cynic” varies slightly from dictionary to dictionary, but most say something … Read more
Yes, You Really Do Need to Screen Temporary Holiday Employees
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, and that means Black Friday, shopping online, and holiday music overload as we get ready for the big gift-giving … Read more
New Washington D.C. Law Goes Well Beyond Ban the Box
With over a year of debate and some last-minute amendments, the District of Columbia’s Council recently passed a ban-the-box law that includes its own … Read more