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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.” Talent acquisition teams need ways to judge the “quality of hire”—not simply butts in seats, but assessing if a hiring decision meets a business goal.

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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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Smart Hiring decisions: Maximising the value of reference checks in recruitment

EmployeeConnect

A reference check is an essential part of the recruitment process as it provides valuable information about a candidate’s past performance, work experience, skills, and more. Preparing for Reference Checks Research shows that 92% of employers conduct background screening before hiring.

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Reference Letter Sample (Approved By An HR Manager)

Factorial HR

You can open doors with a well-written reference letter. This article will help you write a reference letter that not only meets the requester’s needs, but also does justice to the person you’re recommending. Let’s take a look at our practical tips for writing persuasive reference letters.

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Passive Candidate Engagement––A Playbook: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Talent Pipeline Active and Flowing

If your sourcing strategy is limited, you’re likely to find your talent pool is not meeting demand. Tap new sources and find the best of the bunch via online reference-checking and candidate referrals. When it comes to hiring, the rules of engagement are always changing. Practice ongoing brand awareness and relationship management.

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can I refuse a reference check that’s taking too long?

Ask a Manager

A reader writes: I’m in a role where I regularly manage students, so I get asked to give references frequently. A former intern reached out to me this week asking me to be a reference, and I got a call from HR at their prospective employer (for a very entry-level role). But fine, whatever, I gave a time later she could call me back.

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3 Things Every Leader Should Ask at Update Meetings

The People Equation

Once a week, Sally would meet with her work team leader to review what he called the “Three P’s”: Plans, Progress, and Problems. Progress : This “P” refers to the current project slate. The post 3 Things Every Leader Should Ask at Update Meetings appeared first on People Equation. and “What are you goals?”. I can help.

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Dice 2018 Recruitment Automation Report

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies are rapidly changing the way many recruit and hire talent. Read Dice's first-ever Recruitment Automation Report to discover how you can employ new, cutting-edge technologies to source and hire tech talent faster.