This blog was originally published in Forbes on February 16, 2022. With a single Tweet, “…if you apply for my old job as a Senior Travel Reporter, you should ask for no less than $115K…,” Victoria Walker ignited the #shareyoursalary movement aimed at normalizing open conversations about pay. “I believe being transparent is one way to achieve equity in media,” said […]
In 2020, the pandemic took everyone by surprise, and many businesses had to pivot quickly to address virtual hiring, a newly remote workforce, and a seemingly never-ending series of changes and surprises. By 2021, we were quickly adapting to these remote or hybrid work environments, and HR teams were quickly adjusting to this new normal. […]
The days of “one size fits all” are gone, especially when it comes to talent acquisition. A competitive landscape means employers of all sizes are upping their game regarding background checks and other pre-employment screenings—and HireRight is helping lead the way. With more than 58 strategic partnerships across the world, HireRight is delivering more options […]
2020 was a year like no other for businesses around the world. Many, like HireRight, had to pivot to a remote working model, which, despite the widespread adoption of video conferencing software, was not without its challenges. Companies had to make difficult decisions regarding their workforces, with millions of individuals worldwide losing their jobs or […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, employers are faced with significant challenges when trying to maintain safe working conditions and administer drug-free workplace initiatives. In some states, cannabis and alcohol sales have hit record highs, as people are trying to find ways to alleviate ongoing stress and anxiety. According to the Centers for Disease Control and […]
In 2011 a motorist was driving the wrong way on an interstate in Indiana. As other drivers swerved to avoid the wrong-way driver, a commercial truck driver was oblivious to what was transpiring in front of him. The outcome is an avoidable case of negligence resulting in a 54 million dollar verdict against the motor […]
