by Angela | CRA_Vetting, Fraudulence, Hiring Managers, Pre-Hire, Recruiting Tips
Fake Job Applicants: As we continue the discussion on how to identify fake job applicants and applicants representing a fake background, I am constantly asked, “But why not just call and verify past employment?” Seems like a reasonable question, doesn’t it? Many...
by Carrie Thomas | Interview Tips, Job Seekers, Podcasts
What Not to Say in a Job Interview: It is standard practice for interviewers to open up the discussion with a question like “Tell me about yourself” or “Walk me through your resume.” I like starting an interview this way for a couple of reasons. First, answering this...
by craadmin | Job Search Tips, Podcasts
Self-Defeating Beliefs: The topic of this week’s roundtable is self-defeating beliefs and how they may be keeping you unemployed or unhappily employed. I refer to self-defeating habit patterns as Blockers. Blockers are those habit patterns that may have helped you...
by Tina Robertson | Job Search Tips, Job Seekers
How to Get a Job With a Criminal Record: I was recently asked how far back a criminal background check can go. The candidate had unfortunately been convicted of a DUI almost twenty years ago and wanted to know how long it would be on her record. The real answer is...
by craadmin | Hiring Managers, Job Seekers, Podcasts
Firing a Friend: Do you think that bosses can have friends at work? It is a complicated question…and if your answer is no, then I am certainly guilty. I love my team members. Each and every one of them are more than just colleagues to me. But as the boss, fostering...
