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A law firm is a seemingly an ironic place to screen employees for substance abuse or addiction. Long hours and the drive to build a portfolio of victorious cases has proven to motivate lawyers to resort to alcohol or drug use.

While we encourage clients to recruit young professionals with fresh skills and innovative ideas, we can’t forget about older, seasoned employees who have already built companies from the ground up. This wisdom and experience cannot be taught.

As we approach the new year, HR departments are preparing to update hiring processes and screening methods. As you probably already know, addiction does not discriminate. Executives and professionals across the corporate hierarchy can all fall victim to substance abuse.

With every new generation comes new skills, advanced technology, varied ways of communicating, and countless other useful tools.  Recruiting young talent should be an exciting process for companies to invite a fresh perspective to any work environment.

As more and more oilfield workers flock to the Permian Basin in the midst of a drilling boom, cheating on drug tests is on the rise. Be sure to hire a cheater-proof testing company to ensure your business can’t be compromised!

As the nationwide opioid crisis continues to rage, some employers are beginning to confront the reality of dealing with prescription drug overdoses in the workplace.

Phone interviews are a great preliminary screening tool prior to scheduling an in-person meeting. You can’t be distracted by a nice watch or firm handshake—it’s all about the value of the applicants’ experience and how well they articulate their responses.

We’ve all heard and probably used the phrase, “fake it ‘til you make it!” Most job applicants certainly have. While they may seem ambitious, some applicants simply aren’t equipped with the experience and skills to join your company’s team.

According to the National Drug-Free Workplace Alliance, substance abuse is a major issue for small businesses across America.

At all great companies, employees are motivated by supervisors who lead by example. Learning shouldn’t end for those promoted to senior-level positions.

Only good news seems to be coming out of the U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics these days. The U.S. unemployment rate is the lowest it has been in the last 10 years, reaching 4.0% earlier this month. As economic indicators go, that’s an excellent one—particularly if you’re looking for work!

In today’s era of low unemployment, businesses have to compete harder than ever for top talent. The best job candidates can come and go in the blink of an eye. Hiring managers have to make decisions and act very quickly in order to secure the services of these top performers.