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When To Run Background Checks?

Today, we live in a world where employers are facing many challenges, including identifying the right talent, and verifying employment history, educational background, and criminal records. But when to run background checks? The answer isn’t as obvious as it seems. What Is a Background Check? Background checks are a common part of the hiring process…

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5 Tips to Get Internal Hiring Right

Internal hiring is a great opportunity for companies to expand their operations while rewarding employees and retaining talent. However, internal hiring isn’t without challenges: choosing the wrong person can result in disastrous outcomes. So, how to ensure that your internal hiring is successful? These five tips will help you get internal hiring right. 1. Define…

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Are Background Checks Public Record?

A lot of people wonder if background checks are part of the public record. It makes sense because it’s always a good idea to know what information about you is freely available. So today’s blog post, we answer this question and share other useful facts about background screening. Are Background Checks Public Record? In itself,…

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Are Background Checks Confidential?

Pre-employment background checks are becoming the norm across many industries, so it’s natural to ask yourself: Are background checks confidential? Read on to discover the answer and learn more about background checks and background screening.  Are Background Checks Confidential? The short answer is yes, background checks are confidential. In fact, not only are background checks…