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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.

Allegations of racial discrimination in background-check policies led Rooms to Go to revise its application process last week, while Uber paid millions in a nationwide settlement after trying to cover up a massive user-data breach in 2016. Meanwhile…

A new act passed by the Senate in response to the opioid crisis could soon provide new drug-testing options for employers regulated by their state department of transportation.

The facts on the ground are evolving rapidly as the United States deal with a crackdown on discrimination in the workplace as well as an unprecedented drug crisis. Is your business compliant with all applicable pre-employment laws? Is your workplace safe from drug addiction and overdose?

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.

Hope you enjoyed a lovely Labor Day holiday! Across the country, the courts heard many cases in recent days relating to workers’ (and employers’) rights.