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HR Intel: What is the HR “Link” to Blockchain Technology?
At some point in the not too distant future, “Blockchain” technology will revolutionize how we do business. That isn’t so much a prediction as it is a certainty, as the technology itself (not necessarily the various “currencies” that have grown… continue
10 Employment Lessons From the Land Down Under
Besides being famous actors, what else do Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman and Chris Hemsworth all have in common? They all have roots in Australia. While employers may want to track the next movie these actors are starring in, it’s even… continue
“Fake News” and the Hiring Process: Addressing Risks Before It’s Too Late
Fake news is on everyone’s minds these days to say the least.
Susan Meisinger recently addressed the issue of HR and fake news in her Human Resource Executive column, focusing on some commonly—and widely—held beliefs about HR practice that simply… continue
Background Checks Present Catch-22 for Employers
No employer wants to be on the evening news for a workplace violence incident or other criminal conduct that it may have avoided by more thoroughly vetting job candidates.
But an increasing number of states and big cities are placing… continue
HR Intel: Don’t Let #deleteuber Happen to Your Company
Every now and then a news story pops up illustrating the importance of aligning corporate, HR and PR strategies. These stories are often largely negative, painting companies in a bad light while we play Monday morning quarterback. The blood and… continue
6 Ways HR Can Help Minimize the Risk of a Cyber Breach
In this age of digital information with smartphones, smartwatches and cloud computing, data breaches have become all too common. These breaches create serious risk for employers and employees alike, not to mention customers, who may lose valuable information and suffer… continue
Why ‘Ban the Box’ Trend Has Huge Impact on Employers
More than 90 percent of employers use background checks to screen job applicants at some point in the hiring process. But a new trend is placing limits on when many employers can seek criminal history information.
Banning the Box
The… continue
HR Intel—Uber Escapes its Fight With NYC and More…
A roundup of workplace trends and legal developments to keep HR ahead of the curve
The National Labor Relations Board is at it again and this time, it may just have rocked the entire business world. On August 27, the… continue
Troubling Workplace Questions Raised by Virginia Shootings
Are there any reasons why an employer would not talk about disruptive workplace behavior as part of a reference check? A reporter asked me that question in the wake of the Virginia shooting deaths of reporter Alison Parker and cameraman… continue
Hiring Job Candidates Without Landing in Hot Water
More than 90% of employers conduct background checks on job applicants at some point in the hiring process. A failure to do so today could lead to a negligent hiring lawsuit tomorrow. But employers that fail to pay attention to… continue
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