MTV’s Internet dating reality show “Catfish” is more than just a wildly entertaining trainwreck. It actually contains some great little nuggets of wisdom that are totally applicable to the world of online hiring. This is particularly true when it comes to screening, because the employee selection process is a lot like dating. “Catfish,” for those who are unfamiliar with TV's […]

How much can you learn about a job candidate by quizzing her over the phone? Some hiring and staffing managers would say not much. While phone screening may be a tried-and-true technique for sizing up job applicants and recruiting targets, it just isn’t as important as it once was. Sure, most candidates can still expect to answer a few questions […]

When a person’s past contains something that’s embarrassing or morally questionable, he usually tries to keep it a secret. That’s why background checks were invented. If someone has a skeleton in his closet that deals with crime, finances or a lawsuit, performing a background check will drag it out into the light, kicking and screaming. For hiring and staffing managers, […]