Thursday, May 21, 2020

13+ Candidate Sourcing Tips Tools You Should Be Trying

13+ Candidate Sourcing Tips Tools You Should Be Trying Regardless of how established your candidate sourcing methods are, theres no denying that recruiting technology is moving at lightning speed and the best recruiters are the ones who constantly work to stay ahead of the pack. Instead of scouring page after page of reviews on tools  and processes, why not read what our panel of expert recruiters have to say? James Nathan The most excellent tool I now have and teach is not actually a piece of technology, but a skill using a technology which is X-Ray searching of LinkedIn. We all know that LinkedIn is the database that everybody owns, but the ability to look into it deeper and better, with less restrictions is something quite magical. X-Raying allows you to search the entire LInkedIn database with out extra cost, and without limit on number of searches or number of results. Fantastic stuff. James Nathan  is  Founder of The James Nathan Experience Caroline Stokes Now that Facebook is back in the recruiting game, so this new technology is being evaluated right now. It’s a LinkedIn beater, for sure. But would I like someone approaching me on Facebook about a job? No. Only time will tell if Facebook will get it right this time. They usually do when they focus on a market segment hard enough. Caroline Stokes  is Founder of FORWARD Angela Bortolussi This year for me was about trying out new sourcing tools but also getting back to basics. Yes, tools like Hiretual Candidate.ai, even Hubspot made frequent appearances during my sourcing activity although products such as these supported with my increase in viewing candidate LinkedIn profiles I checked out sites that many of us (recruiters) rarely think to use http://www.etools.ch/search.do http://www.cvfox.com/ Angela Bortolussi is Partner at  Recruiting Social Chad MacRae I’m loving the RelinkLabs’ job title research for recruiters tool. It gives you hiring data insights â€" when you put in a job title, it gives you the most important skills for that role type in an easy to read visualization. It will tell you the most likely previous position that they were in, so you can look for people who are ready for a promotion. And, it will tell you the likely educational background and the  average length of time in a position, so you can know if you’re using your time wisely when sourcing. Chad MacRae is Founder of Recruiting Social David Morel We have added extra functionality to our Tiger app, which allows candidates who have registered with Tiger to update their temp availability. The app communicates with our CRM system in real-time and increases the efficiency of our temp consultants allowing them to fill bookings quicker than ever before. David Morel  is CEO Founder of Tiger Recruitment Lysha Holmes . I am fortunate enough that my CRM system is bespoke so I can adapt the technology whenever I want to. I am a social media addict so I am more interested in what the latest app is that spending money on tools. Lysha Holmes  is Founder of Qui Recruitment Iain Hamilton I am now a certified partner of CandidateID and can provide CandidateID as SaaS or an outsourced talent generation platform. CandidateID allows companies to take a total addressable market view and then to understand every interaction a candidate takes with their brand. By having this intelligence you can see exactly, the content, and which stages of your process impact upon a hire positively and negatively. This intel allows you to pinpoint the people that are ready to hire and those that need more educating around your business. I was stoked when CandidateID asked me to be a certified partner. Iain Hamilton is Founder of People Traction Bronwen Hann For us, what’s old is new again. There are always new ATS and ways of aggregating social media during your searches, but what works long-term is the ability to build relationships. For us the phone is still the best tool to further that goal, so we’re refocusing on that venerable technology and trying to make it newly relevant in our business. It’s valuable to source through social media, but the best way to source is by having conversations with your network â€" finding out what’s driving their careers, who they know who is active on the market, etc. Recruiters who can harness this will always have an advantage. Bronwen Hann is  President   Senior Partner at Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting Billy Smith Hunter, a Chrome extension that we use with both LinkedIn and websites. Hunter allows us to find email addresses instantly for a domain whilst also finding email addresses for LinkedIn profiles allowing us to provide a more personalised approach when headhunting or sourcing new business instead of getting lost amongst InMails. Another tool we use is Sidekick, a piece of software allowing us to know when someone has opened an email. Billy Smith  is Managing Director at FGS Recruitment Adam Glassman A robust CRM. We started adding talent networks a few years back, but very few offered a good way to connect and really get to know your members (candidates). Now, there are several good options out there that allow recruiters to connect to candidates, build relationships with them, learn their likes/dislikes over time, engage and nurture those candidates so that when the right req opens, you have the perfect candidate in mind already. Adam Glassman is Recruitment Strategies Manager at Alorica Dualta Doherty . . We use Canva Hootsuite for social media image creation and scheduling posts however we are always looking for relevant new innovative technologies. Dualta Doherty  is Founder of Pro Recruitment Solutions Gill Buchanan We’re always reviewing how updates in technology can help us to continue providing a fast and easy application process. Most recently we’ve invested in updating our website, which will go live in the first quarter of 2017, and in ensuring all our online presences work for the latest smart phone technology. We are also using data analytics to ensure we are focussing our candidate attraction strategies in the right areas. Gill Buchanan  is Director at Pure Resourcing Solutions

Sunday, May 17, 2020

Mobile Devices, Kids, and School Mix With Caution!

Mobile Devices, Kids, and School Mix With Caution! In todays connected and internet-dependent world, its no longer a question of whether your children should or shouldnt have a mobile device at school.  Reality is that they do, and in ever-increasing numbers.  By the time they reach middle school (6th through 8th grade), 83% have a phone and 53% have internet access.  And theyre spending an average of six hours every day glued to it. Considering that in 2000, virtually no children of that age had their own phone, thats a dramatic social and cultural change.  Its added a new challenge to parenting, particularly when children are out of direct parental supervision at school.  Obviously, you want your kids to have all the advantages possible to help them learn and grow. But there is a growing number of dangers posed by internet and social media access.  How does one balance the benefit with the need to protect them?  Heres a look at some of the issues, and some possible solutions, to managing mobile devices, kids, and school. The Shocking Truth About Kids and The Internet Children, especially younger children, are very impressionable.  Theyre forming habits and world views that will affect if not define much of the rest of their lives.  So its critical that, as a parent, youre aware of the risks to kids having internet access through smartphones, tablets, and laptops.  Keep in mind that many of these risks are far more relevant to a child than a mature adult.  So dont be too hasty in dismissing what might seem trivial to you from an adult perspective. Consider just these three major concerns: Social Media Much of the time spent online by adolescent and pre-adolescent children is on various social media.  Remember, children are at a stage when social acceptance is a top need and priority.  So from their perspective, more is better.  Thats why its so common so find that they have hundreds, sometimes even thousands, of friends.  With that comes the need to connect and interact.  But how can that kind of social activity be bad, you may be asking. As Victoria Dunckley M.D. points out in a Psychology Today article, heres why: Social media was not designed for them.   While you start teaching responsible use of tech now,  know that you will not be able to teach the maturity that social media requires. Social media is an entertainment technology. It does not make your child smarter or more prepared for real life or a future job; nor  is it necessary for healthy social development. It is pure entertainment attached to a  marketing  platform. A tweens “more is better” mentality  is a dangerous match for social media.  Social media allows (and encourages)  them to overdo their friend connections like they tend to overdo other things in their lives. Social media is an addictive form of screen entertainment.  And, like  video game addiction, early use can set up future  addiction  patterns and habits. Social media replaces learning the hard social  work of dealing face-to-face with peers, a skill that they will need to practice to be successful in real life. Social media can cause teens to lose connection with family and instead view “friends” as their foundation. While they need attachments to their friends, they need healthy family attachment more. Social media use  represents lost potential for teens.  It is easy for teens to waste too much of their time and too much of their brain in a digital world. Cyber Bullying With their tendency to spend all that time on social media, its no surprise that the risk of becoming the victim of cyberbulling very real.  Chances are that when you were a kid, your exposure to bullying was quite modest compared to todays childhood experience.  Doubt it?  Heres the startling facts, as reported by NoBullying.com: 25 per cent of teenagers report that  they have experienced repeated bullying  by their cell phone, or on the Internet. 52 per cent of young people report being cyber bullied. 11 per cent of adolescents and teens report that embarrassing or damaging photographs have been taken of them without their knowledge or consent. Of the young people who reported cyberbullying incidents against them, a third reported that their bullies used online threats. 10 per cent of all middle school and high school students have been on the receiving end of  hate terms. 55 per cent of all teens that use social media have witnessed outright bullying online. 95 per cent of teens that witnessed bullying on social media report that others, like them, have ignored the behaviour. Its always been a challenge to monitor bullying, which almost always occurs out of parental view.  And while teachers have always tried, with the advent of the internet and the widespread use of mobile connectivity by children, its now much more difficult. General Security Concerns Kids are invincible. You knew that, right?  So they give little thought to the possible consequences of downloading that cool new app, visiting an interesting website, or even accepting a new connection with a complete stranger.  Childhood innocence is just as real as it ever was, but now there are many more potential violations of that innocence. The most common result is one youve probably already experienced yourself: malware and spyware.  Those invasions of your digital privacy that can be as innocuous as    annoying ad pop-ups on the screen to stealing your personal and financial information, spying on you, or even hijacking your device until a fee is paid to repair it. While its still the norm for kids to think theyre smarter than their parents, its also true that kids in general are far too trusting and gullible.  What you, as an adult, might easily recognize as a red flag they are likely to miss.  And again, when the child and their device is out of your direct supervision, the risk increases exponentially. How To Manage Mobile Devices, Kids, and School Hopefully, what youve read so far has set off your good parenting alarm.  Now, its time to evaluate what you have, and havent, been doing to keep your kids safe.  Heres what you should be doing going forward. Keep up with whats going on.  Twenty years ago, our parents put a block on the adult cable channels.  They knew what was on them and knew which channels we ought not be watching.  Now, we need to know the names of the popular, and new, apps that are constantly in use by kids. Do you know what Snapchat and Facetime are?  You need to. Communicate.   Keep an open dialogue about what theyre doing online, what engaging them.  If you do this from an Im interested come from, as opposed to an authoritative approach, youre likely to have greater success.  Let them feel like they are teaching you, and youll both win. Discuss and use appropriate tools and controls.  There are a variety of ways to control access, both on the device and in cloud security.  Learn and use them.  Some of these you might want to openly discuss with the child, and some you may want to put in place as monitoring tools that help you maintain oversight. What A Good Tool Looks Like One example of a good quality tool weve found is Kaspersky.  Youll find a full review of it here, from ParentZone.org.  In short, it addresses virtually all of the issues outlined.  But heres an even dozen reasons why I think its great: Can be used with smartphones, tablets, Mac and PC For multiple devices For families and individuals Protects against Trojans, worms and phishing and lots more Makes connecting to public WiFi safer by stopping your messages from falling into the wrong hands and keeping  your passwords and personal contact and payment card details locked in a secure vault. Records search history. Automatically alerts you about suspicious malware and whether it has been eliminated Parents can create multiple accounts for their children and adjust the settings accordingly to control what they access on which device and how long they can spend on a device or online. Can also create alerts and be informed about a childs internet usage e.g. when a child has opened a page that is potentially inappropriate. Parents can also identify the location of a device (if that feature is switched on). The app will also warn a parent if a child tries to disable the app. Advice for parents is built into the app to help them help their children learn and understand why some content isnt appropriate. Parenting today includes the responsibility to keep our children safe online, and to teach them the basics of living safely in a digital world.  More than anything, keep the channels of communication open.  If youd like to read more about kids and mobile device safety, Id recommend this guide published by the U.K. Department For Digital, Culture-Media, and Sport

Thursday, May 14, 2020

5 Tools for Finding an Office Space for Freelancers CareerMetis.com

5 Tools for Finding an Office Space for Freelancers â€" CareerMetis.com Photo Credit â€" Pixabay.comPlenty of freelancers operate remotely to reduce their overhead expenses and lessen the time it takes to get things going. Most, if not all, of them use online platforms to overcome the distance barrier â€" allowing them to communicate with distant clients and collaborate with other freelancers as if they’re in the same building.evalThanks to the myriad of tools available today, freelancers that fully operate online can be just as productive and successful as brick-and-mortar companies. But if you’re already targeting high-profile clients and work with a small team, then you should consider getting your very own office space and take things up a notch.Below are 5 tools you can use to find your first workplace:1. CraigslistevalCraiglist is one of the first sites you should check for prospective office spaces. It is a popular listing directory for real estate properties, professional services, secondhand goods, job openings, and everything else under the sun. You can filter your search by location or use an external tool like SearchTempest for broader searches.There’s a good chance that you’ll find the ideal workplace with Craigslist in one go. Just be careful of fake listings and do your research on the property first. 2. OfficesFor US-based self-employed professionals and freelancers, you can start with Offices to find your first executive office. The platform also searches temporary workspaces for small companies who are open to office sharing. All of the properties are suited for short-term arrangements, which is useful if you’re trying to avoid expensive monthly fees.Offices.net also allows you to request for “Instant Quotes” by filling in details about your freelancing services â€" such as location, contact information, and team size. This is useful if you’d rather have someone else hunt for a suitable property for your startup.3. LoopNetevalLoopNet is one of the best alternatives to Craigslist if you’re looking for an office space for lease or sale. It includes roughly 800,000 properties across the United States â€" more than enough options to let you find the exact workspace that matches your needs.Just like Craigslist, LoopNet lets you narrow down your search by location as well as specify the type of property you prefer, including but not limited to senior housing, retail stores, and office spaces. Alternatively, you can connect with a certified broker to help you find the best deal for your money.4. LondonOfficeSpace.comUK-based freelancers can depend on LondonOfficeSpace.com â€" a listing site specifically for companies across the pond. Once you find a property that piques your interest, you can book a viewing and request for the price directly from the website.Another advantage of LondonOfficeSpace.com is the amount of details included in each property page. Other than the property’s key features, actual images, and contact information, its location is also marked in the Google Ma ps widget right below.5. ShareDeskevalLastly, ShareDesk is one of the simplest and most straightforward tools you can use for finding on-demand workspaces â€" wherever you are in the world. It allows you to search for shared office spaces or business centers for short-term arrangements. Everything else, from payments to customer support, can be done through the website as well.One of the biggest advantages of ShareDesk is that it covers a total of 440 cities in different countries across the globe. It is, however, not the most cost-effective platform if you need a workplace for the long-term.evalFINAL WORDSHaving your own office is a great milestone that indicates growth. Not only will it help you impress prospective clients, it will also help you boost collaboration if you work with a team. Hopefully, the tools above helped you find the ideal office space that reflects your brand as a freelancer.

Sunday, May 10, 2020

119 Rich Chris - Accountability Buddy - Jane Jackson Career

119 Rich Chris - Accountability Buddy - Jane Jackson Career What is Accountability Buddy all about?Richard Blakemore’s StoryRich is from The Potteries (the nickname for Stoke-on-Trent Wedgewood and Royal Daulton are from this beautiful part of England.) Richard’s career started in the RAF, the Royal Air Force for 5 years before leaving to go into IT.However, working the 9-5 wasn’t for him and doing his own thing called beckoned but doing it on his own seemed daunting and he realized he needed someone to keep him on track with all that needed to be done. He asked himself: “Where do I even start???”Chris Targett’s storyChris is the eldest of two brothers born in Birmingham and grew up in a supportive family environment where he was encouraged to do anything he set his mind to. He’s an academic but early on the lure of earning his own money was too great a pull and at 17 he secured a sales role in the sports industry, then taught himself how to design websites and set up his own business and also took on a role in real estate. How ever he found he was procrastinating at every given opportunity, playing FIFA or watching Breaking Bad, so he reached out on Reddit for an accountability partner to keep him focused on what was more important to him. After a couple of failed attempts to find someone who could help, he was going to give up but upon giving it one final try with a new post on Reddit, and Richard respondedAnd Accountability Buddy was formed!Rich and Chris set up their website and an active Facebook group which is steadily growing in numbers. I discovered them on Twitter and had to share their story!I have a fun conversation with both of these young men who are highly driven and determined to make the most of their talents and passion for helping not only themselves but others who are finding that they are not getting stuff done due to procrastination too.With their Facebook group where they are helping over 100 people across the globe who now benefit from regular accountability support!Where to find Ric h and Chris:Website  Facebook

Friday, May 8, 2020

Get Inside Your Recruiters Head

Get Inside Your Recruiters Head The best executive resume format can help you reach recruiters. Imagine the excitement you feel when you’re contacted by a recruiter for the job of your dreams.  If you want to increase the number of contacts you make, it’s important to use the  best executive resume format, as well as an effective cover letter for your resume. Thinking like your recruiter will ensure you understand what they’re looking for and increase the chances they will contact you over the other candidates. Good Searches Are Essential When you post your executive resume bio, you need to make sure it is fully searchable to increase the chances recruiters will find you. In general, blogs can be difficult to search. However, social media sites, such as LinkedIn, are highly searchable. Always fill out your profile as much as possible to ensure your profile will hit more frequently. Be Careful of Your Friends You may think who you’re friends with doesn’t matter, but in the recruiting world, it really does. What your friends say and do on your social media profiles can have a dramatic impact on how recruiters and prospective employers see you. While you don’t have to cut out all of your friends, make sure photos are properly filtered and prevent your friends from posting information about you to your profile. All it takes is one bad post and it can ruin your entire reputation among recruiters and businesses alike. Be a Thought Leader Businesses want employees who are able to think for themselves and will be positive contributors to the workplace. For this reason, it can be invaluable to write articles for your industry, even if you submit them on an unpaid basis. Recruiters often use your name to search for published works that may be attributed to you. This will showcase you as a thought leader in your field and can increase the chances you will be recruited. Do Some Research Just like website content, the best executive resume format is focused on keywords. Many recruiters now use software to look for certain key words or phrases within your  executive resume bio. If they can’t be found, you won’t be contacted. If you aren’t sure which words would be most useful to you, some research into your industry can help. It can also help to post different versions of your resume on various sites and see which ones perform best. Do Your Best It’s not all about your  cover letter and resume. Many recruiters will look within companies for their top performers to attempt to recruit them for bigger and better things. While you can boost your chances by adjusting your resume and cover letter, one of the best things you can do is excel at your job. When you stand out and are recognized, recruiters will take notice.

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

How to Use Resume Writing Guide PDF for Professional Writing

How to Use Resume Writing Guide PDF for Professional WritingCreating a resume that showcases your skills and experience is not difficult. In fact, there are many ways in which you can create a career or an internship and choose the most appropriate format that best suit your needs.A document may be made of several sections: headers, introduction, body, closing, and footers. A resume may be presented in an electronic format, printed paper, PDF or Word. The first two formats are more commonly used, but Word can also be used for effective resume writing.In this article's example, we will use the term PDF as it relates to the document format used by the University of California. Other format possibilities are Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, and PowerPoint.The introduction should have a color background and a white text on a gray background. To give it a professional look, consider using an introduction paragraph in addition to the body of the document. In the body, state the purpose of the document, giving details about the position or internship you're applying for. Be sure to include your contact information, contact number, email address, fax number, mailing address, and phone number.List your achievements and skills in the appropriate sections. To make your document easier to read, use bullets to make your statements. Make it easy for your readers to follow your notes, by including tables at the end of the document. When creating a resume in PDF format, you can also place the entire resume in one section, but it is good to separate the sections into columns.After listing all the tasks you completed in a given period of time, use an informational table to describe each accomplishment and name your employer in the appropriate column. The following paragraphs should include a table listing your educational achievements, certifications, awards, and honors, along with your contact information. The resume will look cleaner and professional when you use the forma t shown above. You will be able to create a resume quickly and efficiently.

Thursday, April 16, 2020

How Long Does an Employment Background Check Take in 2020 (+ Other FAQs)

How Long Does an Employment Background Check Take in 2020 (+ Other FAQs) Spread the loveA background check is usually a good sign that the company is seriously considering you for the position. Many employers will only conduct a background check at the later stages of the hiring process. This leaves many job seekers asking how long a pre-employment background takes.Look no further well cover exactly how long you it takes for a background check to come back.How Long Does an Employment Background Check Take?A background check usually takes 2-5 business days.Thats how long it takes for the employer to get the results back so dont expect a reply right away. It may take 1 -2 weeks to hear back after a background check is done.Here are some common questions regarding a background check:How Long Does a Criminal Background Check Take for a Job?It takes the same amount of time. A criminal background check is part of a full employment background check. Expect to hear back within a week or two.How Long Does a Background Check Take for a Government Job?Its the same for a Federal or Government job; 2-5 business days. It could take up to 30 days for some higher level government positions like the FBI. These background checks are more extensive and detailed.Why Is My Background Check Taking So Long to Come Back?If it has been longer than two weeks there may be an issue with your background check. Its possible that there is a red flag like conflicting employment information. If there is an issue, the employer may reach out to clarify some information.It could also be that there was a delay by the company performing the background check.Lastly, it could be that the background check was complete but they still have not made a final decision. It is common for multiple candidates to go through a background check before the employer makes a final decision.How Do I Know If I Passed My Background Check?They will either call or email you to let you know that the background has cleared. You may not even receive a notification that you passed the backgroun d check you may just receive an offer.Why Is My Background Check Still Pending for Job?It could be simply because the background check isnt ready yet. There could also be something the employer discovered in the background check that theyre reviewing.Does the Employer Have to Disclose Why the Background Check Failed?Yes! According to the EEOC and The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Employers are required to provide two notices to an employee/applicant when taking an adverse employment action based on information found in a background report.If your employer did not provide you with a copy of the background report before they chose not to hire you, then you have claims to pursue against the employer under the FCRA.What If My Background Check Is Wrong?You first need to obtain a report. You would then contact the screening company and ask for are-investigation of your results. You may be asked to verify your information and supply additional information. They will be required to cor rect any inaccurate information as long as you provide the right evidence. You can then contact the employer with the updated report.What are they Checking for?#1 â€" Past Employment HistoryThey may be checking to verify that all of your experience listed matches your records. Make sure that all of the dates and company names/titles listed on your resume are accurate.#2 â€" EducationThe employer may also verify that you earned the degree(s) listed on your resume or application. Lying about your education is a serious offense which could get you in trouble so ensure that theeducation section of your resumeis accurate and up to date.#3 â€" Criminal RecordThis is straight forward â€" most employers will check your criminal record before making an offer.#4 â€" CreditHistoryThe employer may also check your credit history if the position will allow you to have any sort of financial authority.We wrote a good post here on bad credit and how it can effect your job search.Have any other quest ions regarding a background check? Comment below! How Long Does an Employment Background Check Take in 2020 (+ Other FAQs) Spread the loveA background check is usually a good sign that the company is seriously considering you for the position. Many employers will only conduct a background check at the later stages of the hiring process. This leaves many job seekers asking how long a pre-employment background takes.Look no further well cover exactly how long you it takes for a background check to come back.How Long Does an Employment Background Check Take?A background check usually takes 2-5 business days.Thats how long it takes for the employer to get the results back so dont expect a reply right away. It may take 1 -2 weeks to hear back after a background check is done.Here are some common questions regarding a background check:How Long Does a Criminal Background Check Take for a Job?It takes the same amount of time. A criminal background check is part of a full employment background check. Expect to hear back within a week or two.How Long Does a Background Check Take for a Government Job?Its the same for a Federal or Government job; 2-5 business days. It could take up to 30 days for some higher level government positions like the FBI. These background checks are more extensive and detailed.Why Is My Background Check Taking So Long to Come Back?If it has been longer than two weeks there may be an issue with your background check. Its possible that there is a red flag like conflicting employment information. If there is an issue, the employer may reach out to clarify some information.It could also be that there was a delay by the company performing the background check.Lastly, it could be that the background check was complete but they still have not made a final decision. It is common for multiple candidates to go through a background check before the employer makes a final decision.How Do I Know If I Passed My Background Check?They will either call or email you to let you know that the background has cleared. You may not even receive a notification that you passed the backgroun d check you may just receive an offer.Why Is My Background Check Still Pending for Job?It could be simply because the background check isnt ready yet. There could also be something the employer discovered in the background check that theyre reviewing.Does the Employer Have to Disclose Why the Background Check Failed?Yes! According to the EEOC and The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Employers are required to provide two notices to an employee/applicant when taking an adverse employment action based on information found in a background report.If your employer did not provide you with a copy of the background report before they chose not to hire you, then you have claims to pursue against the employer under the FCRA.What If My Background Check Is Wrong?You first need to obtain a report. You would then contact the screening company and ask for are-investigation of your results. You may be asked to verify your information and supply additional information. They will be required to cor rect any inaccurate information as long as you provide the right evidence. You can then contact the employer with the updated report.What are they Checking for?#1 â€" Past Employment HistoryThey may be checking to verify that all of your experience listed matches your records. Make sure that all of the dates and company names/titles listed on your resume are accurate.#2 â€" EducationThe employer may also verify that you earned the degree(s) listed on your resume or application. Lying about your education is a serious offense which could get you in trouble so ensure that theeducation section of your resumeis accurate and up to date.#3 â€" Criminal RecordThis is straight forward â€" most employers will check your criminal record before making an offer.#4 â€" CreditHistoryThe employer may also check your credit history if the position will allow you to have any sort of financial authority.We wrote a good post here on bad credit and how it can effect your job search.Have any other quest ions regarding a background check? Comment below!