What to Look for When Checking References

• April 12, 2017
• Posted in Human Resources, Management

The cost of a poor hire can be as high as three to four times their salary. When you add in intangible costs such as stress and lower morale on the part of co-workers, you can easy see why it’s worthwhile not to skip reference checks as a key part of your hiring process. All [...] Read More

What You Should Be Learning from References

• February 20, 2017
• Posted in Human Resources, Management

If you are seriously considering a candidate for your open position, do not overlook the importance of checking with their past employers and talking to their references. This should be a prerequisite to making a job offer. The harsh truth is: A significant percentage of applicants lie on their resumes. In one recent survey, 56 [...] Read More

Half of All Job Applications Contain Inaccuracies. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.

• July 31, 2015
• Posted in Human Resources, Management Best Practices

Whether you’re bringing on temporary, contract or direct staff, two things are clear: You must complete thorough background and reference checks to ensure worker quality…

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