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The importance of screening new hires is essential for any business to succeed. Done properly, this process can save significant time and money. Did you know that a bad hire can cost a company up to $240,000? A compliant screening process can help eliminate that risk.

Did you know 48 percent of employers do not re-screen employees after they’re hired, even though they may pose significant ongoing risk due to their access to company assets, customers, and colleagues?

When is the best time to make a new hire? Is there a specific season? Some recruiters say to steer clear of hiring during the holiday season, others mention the slower hiring season at the beginning of each year, and some say an optimal time is during the summer.

Are college graduates ready for the modern workplace? The jury is still out for some employers. According to the 2018 National Association of Colleges and Employers Job Outlook survey, there seems to be a handful of skills that employers are looking for in new college graduates.

Has a job candidate ever “padded” their résumé in hopes of landing a position with your company? It’s more common than you may think. A recent survey from CareerBuilder shows that three out of four HR managers have found a lie on a résumé.

Even though recruiting the best employee can seem like a long, drawn-out process, don’t let the heat of the hunt cause your HR department to cut corners when reviewing experience claims on applicants’ résumés.

The 2016 Education Luncheon: Freedom to Learn was an incredible success this year. KRESS was honored to partake in the effort; offering two scholarships to deserving local students.