Flying under the radar: why Criminal checks are not enough!
White collar crimes are only recorded as crimes if there is a court conviction. But your candidates for sensitive roles may have a shady financial history that is invisible to standard police checks. This does not tick the ‘due diligence’ box. It merely skims the surface rather than takes a deep dive. So how does […]
Help Foreign Candidates Adapt to Your Corporate Culture
In 2010, nearly 6 million people living in Australia weren’t born there. That’s nearly 30% of the total population. That means that if you’re in business, chances are, sooner or later, you’re going to be hiring someone who is from a different culture. That can be a scary prospect, but there are many ways you […]
Having the Answers When Your Candidate Asks Any of These Questions
If you’re hiring for anything more than the lowliest of entry level positions in your company, chances are the process will involve many calls, emails, meetings and interviews. During the process, you’ll be asking questions and conducting background checks, and your candidate will be doing the same. In fact, interviewing is such a big deal […]
The Value of a Comprehensive Retail Job Description
Many employers are afraid of job descriptions. There’s always the concern that someday, an employee will turn around and tell you that it’s “not in their job description”, and be right. That’s a short-sighted approach though. Great employees won’t object to the occasional change in their usual routine. Great employers will make sure they stay […]
Employment Credit Checks 101: What You Need to Know
It’s becoming more and more common for employers to delve into employee credit histories before they make a job offer. Around the world, companies are routinely requesting access to personal financial information in order to make final hiring decisions. In many cases, this is necessary and justified. Here’s what you need to know about the […]
