Interviewing candidates might sound like an easy job, but there are several aspects that we need to be aware of in order to guarantee a fair process for job seekers. One of the problems that tend to arise during the recruitment process is being biased when interviewing candidates. This might happen whether we notice or…
As long as there have been drug tests, there have been people who have tried to cheat their way out of getting detected. And like some sort of bodily fluid arms race, once a method of drug test cheating is thwarted, would-be cheaters come up with another method of deception. It’s why your drug testing…
We cannot deny the stigma that people with criminal records must carry with them even years after being released from prison, making them a vulnerable part of society. Because of this stigma, finding jobs and being able to reintegrate to society can be pretty hard for them. That’s why Pennsylvania introduced the Clean Slate law, which is…
Technology keeps becoming more and more important in our everyday lives. The world of businesses keeps adopting ways to include it, too. After all, technology means growth, development; the future is technological. Cloud accounting for small businesses is part of such technological growth. For years, accounting and bookkeeping, especially for small businesses, turns out to…
One of the most important steps to consider before starting a small business is finding funding. That’s when most of us decide to apply for a business loan. There are several aspects to consider before we apply for a business loan, and we might want to do everything we can to ensure the loan is…
In recent years, we have seen the constant growth of an interesting and innovative business model. Subscription boxes are starting to become the new face of e-Commerce in a market that loves personalized products as much as it loves online shopping. It only makes sense that this way of buying would become as popular as it has.…
Although there are different regulations that supervise and prohibit the use of drugs and controlled substances in commercial drivers, this continues to be a problem that represents a risk for the industry. It is estimated that less than 2% of truck drivers use these substances, which represents more than 40,000 drivers who could be driving…
We all have been there: a brilliant and innovative idea just comes to you during a random moment of genius, a moment on which you saw a problem and exactly how to solve it. Then, the business part comes in, you see how it might be profitable, you might even have in mind a catchy…
On June 5th, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak signed into law a new drug testing act through which most employers of the state won’t be able to use marijuana drug tests to reject job applicants. This Act, which amends current Nevada law, will become effective on January 1st, 2020. As Nevada AB132 states: “Prohibits the denial of employment…
Wanting to become a business owner is the dream of many of us. Starting your own company, being your own boss, earning the trust of loyal customers who believe in your project is great. However, being able to achieve this is, unfortunately, easier said than done. One of the biggest challenges is figuring out how…