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Starting up: Crosschq helps TA teams check references and make decisions based on ‘quality of hire’

HR Brew

Crosschq was originally designed as a tool to disrupt the reference check, taking a time-consuming process that often yields incomplete insights and turning it into a “pre-hire 360.” How does Crosschq “disrupt” the reference check process? And Crosschq has expanded its offerings beyond the reference check?

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Start date of the NLRB’s joint-employer rule is delayed again

HR Brew

Being a joint employer subjects both parties to legal liability for one another’s actions, as well as collective bargaining obligations. It was easier for organizations to avoid joint-employer status under the old rule, as it required both employers to exercise “substantial direct and immediate control” over employment conditions.

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3 Reference Checking Mistakes to Avoid

Professional Alternatives

Reference checking is not just something to check off the list when evaluating a potential new hire. However, reference checking is only as effective as the strategy and effort put behind it. — Avoid These Reference Checking Mistakes: — Asking Ineffective Questions. . — Not Talking to Managers.

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98% of CHROs say they’re responsible for employee well-being, but most aren’t investing in it, survey says

HR Brew

While often used interchangeably, well-being and wellness are distinct ; the former refers to the state of an employee’s overall health (physical and mental, as well as financial) and the latter describes how an employee can maintain their health (think exercise and meditation). And both are HR priorities.

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Building AI to Unlearn Bias in Recruiting

Research shows that the hiring process is biased and unfair. While we have made progress to solve this, it’s potentially at risk due to advancements in AI technology. This eBook covers these issues & shows you how AI can ensure workplace diversity.

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I was told I could bring my dog to work but now I can’t, companies that don’t check references, and more

Ask a Manager

This post, I was told I could bring my dog to work but now I can’t, companies that don’t check references, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. Is it a red flag if a company doesn’t check references? I recently received a job offer from an employer who did not request references.

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should you mention an employee’s smell during a reference check, and more

Ask a Manager

Should you mention an employee’s smell during a reference check? I had never been listed as a reference and neither was the other manager here. A third manager for a department she never worked in here was a reference and they provided a glowing recommendation. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go….