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The FBI database isn’t what it’s cracked up to be

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February 12, 2013 The Federal Bureau of Investigation keeps a listing of identifying information taken from fingerprints submitted voluntarily by various criminal justice agencies in connection with arrests, or relating to naturalization or military service.  Many employers are under the impression that this FBI identification database is the “gold standard” in background screening. In reality, …

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If it looks too good to be true, it probably is

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People were faking details on their resumes long before our economy took a nosedive, but the last few years have seen a rise in resume embellishment and outright lies. Tough competition among candidates as a result of high unemployment has caused more people to lie about their credentials. As a result, unscrupulous entities have sprouted …

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Contrary to popular belief…The real story behind background screening reports

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This morning, The Today Show ran a Rossen Report segment about how background screening companies have made reporting mistakes that caused candidates to unfortunately lose out on job opportunities. Specifically, the report followed several job seekers who were mistaken for criminals with the same or similar names, thus ruining their chances for getting hired. Contrary …

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Can you be forced to hire an ex-offender?

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October 23, 2012 With high unemployment rates, employers are receiving more applications than ever before in an attempt to fill what limited job openings they have with the most qualified candidates. When reviewing applications, employers should be aware of the new federal protections in place for criminal ex-offenders. On April 25, 2012, the US Equal …

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5 Myths About Verifications and References

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September 24, 2013 There are many beliefs about background screening that make conducting one seem costly or time-consuming. However, what many business people don’t know is that these beliefs oftentimes are myths brought to light based on misconceptions. In truth, background screenings and verifications are a necessary investment that every company should make to protect …

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8 Reasons to Drug Test

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August 29, 2012 According to the American Council for Drug Education (ACDE), more than 70% of substance abusers hold jobs, and Americans use 60% of the world’s production of illegal drugs. That means there are many opportunities for employees and potential employees to engage in illicit use – perhaps affecting your workplace and your company’s …

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CEO Verifications and Hiring: Don’t Let Your Board Be Held Liable….or Embarrassed

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By Christine M. Cunneen, CEO Hire Image LLC July 5, 2012 With the recent scandal in the news involving Yahoo CEO Scott Thompson’s incorrect academic degree, the issue of board liability comes to mind. Is the Yahoo board responsible for the alleged ‘falsified resume’ of Mr. Thompson? Who is to blame? What could the board …

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