Check The Facts Before You Hire

An increase in "resume fudging" may be the result of recent layoffs and the slowing economy. Studies indicate that approximately eighty percent of job applications contain inaccurate information. According to one employee search firm, applicants lie most often about these items in the following order:

1. Education
2. Salary level
3. Job title
4. Scope of duties
5. Criminal record

After you've narrowed your job candidates down to the final few, do your best to make sure a candidate is as good in real life as he or she is on paper. A good employee can be your most valuable asset; a bad one your worst nightmare. Spend some time and money before you hire them, it can pay big dividends late on. Here are some suggestions:

Putting in this extra effort may improve your chances of making successful hiring decisions. That could save your company considerable time and money. Check with us and your attorney, as various laws provide a range of protections and rights for potential employees. Asking the wrong questions or not getting the proper written authorizations can expose you and your company to a lawsuit or even government sanctions.

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