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Top 10 Hardest Jobs to Fill This Year: A Weekend Roundup


If you’re having trouble filling finance, healthcare, or technology positions, you’re not alone. These industries are the toughest to hire for in 2017, according to a new study released by CareerCast.

Facebook Sets High Standard with New Bereavement Policy: A Weekend Roundup


Facebook will now grant up to 20 days of bereavement leave in the event of a family member’s death. The announcement, made by Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg, included that the leave would be paid and that up to 10 days will be granted to those who have lost an extended family member.

Is It Time to End the Affair?


Let’s face it—ending any kind of relationship can be hard. Even if it’s just one of your business’ vendors, letting go of a long-term partner can be tough.

Wellness and Education Trends to Watch for in 2017: A Weekend Roundup


Healthy employees are more productive employees—that’s what businesses across the country will hear from their HR managers in 2017. Employee health and emotional wellbeing are the latest in new incentives that are rising in popularity.

Is Your Valentine a Sex Offender?


Swipe left, swipe right. More than 15 percent of Americans have used a dating app or site, according to the Pew Research Center, but reports from 2016 also show that meetups planned through these apps can lead to crimes.

5 Apps That Will Make Your Life Easier

5 Apps That Will Make Your Life Easier


There’s an app for everything—we know that by now. There are hundreds of thousands of apps out there, and many of them are aimed at increasing productivity and helping you take care of everyday tasks.

Study Shows Employee Recognition Boosts Retention: A Weekend Roundup


Does it seem like your employees are going through a revolving door? If you’re experiencing a high turnover rate, a new study shows that increasing employee recognition can boost retention rates. In a 2015 survey, SHRM found that employee retention was the No.

What Will Donald Trump’s First 100 Days in Office Mean for Employers?: A Weekend Roundup


President Donald Trump’s first 100 days will focus on several major policy issues, many of which will affect employers. A primary policy concern for the administration is the Affordable Care Act, which many employers have voiced concerns about.

Tips For Handling Workplace Hostility

Tips For Handling Workplace Hostility


Even in the workplace, where professionalism is expected at all times, hostility can arise from employees. Emotions can run high and lead some professionals to voice their unhappiness.

The Life of a Background Check

The Life of a Background Check


The life of our background checks is more strenuous than our competitors.’ We don’t rely entirely on public databases for our results. We deliver accurate information, every time. Every pre-employment screening assignment is a combination of automated searches and thorough fact checking.

Get Moving! 6 Ways to Stay Active at a Desk Job

Get Moving! 6 Ways to Stay Active at a Desk Job


We’ve all heard it before: sitting for too long at our desk jobs comes along with many health risks. We often sit for 8 hours at work, then sit in our cars on the drive home, and finally end the day sitting on the couch. Unfortunately, the risks of sitting come in more forms than you might think.

Finding a Balance Between Speed and Accuracy When Hiring

Finding a Balance Between Speed and Accuracy When Hiring


It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! You’ve found the perfect candidate for your open position: they’re qualified, fit culturally, and available to start immediately. These are the moments when many hiring managers act too quickly, and the results can be disastrous.

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