Are you following an observable and repeatable process regarding your HR practice for background checks? Does it have specific triggers, timelines, and metrics? Are your services transparent and following the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)? Implications of the Fair...
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The Dark Side of LinkedIn: The Growing Threat of Fake Profiles and Digital Traps
In the vast professional networking landscape, LinkedIn has become the digital standard for connecting individuals, fostering business relationships, and showcasing career achievements. However, beneath the thin layer of legitimacy, a quickly growing number of bad...
Unveiling the Inequity: The Dark Reality of Background Checks
A common human resources hiring practice is conducting a background check on potential hires. And, yes, this seems to be an admirable effort to ensure organizational security and integrity. However, beneath the apparent nature of this ostensibly fair practice lies a darker truth: a lack of ethics and equity in the often required background check process. It’s an unfortunate narrative that disentangles a deeply rooted power disparity fueled by greed and privilege. Let’s delve into the shadows and illuminate the stark contrast between those subjected to stringent scrutiny and those who circumvent it with impunity.