Hiring a new employee is an investment in time, resources and money. While finding the perfect candidate may be elusive, conducting thorough background checks can get you as close as possible. Here are a few compelling reasons why you should perform background checks on potential employees.
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In today’s job market, ensuring your potential hires are reliable and trustworthy is more important than ever. Starting from the 1st of August 2024, Uphando will introduce the AFISwitch Biometric Fingerprint Scanning service to help businesses across South Africa make better hiring decisions.
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Writing a resume is your chance to make a strong impression on potential employers and stand out from the competition. To help you create an effective resume, avoid including these common mistakes: By avoiding these pitfalls, you can craft a compelling resume that highlights your strengths and increases your chances of landing the job you
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In the fast-paced world of finding the right fit for your team, many businesses are turning to pre-employment screenings to streamline their hiring process. It’s not just about ticking off boxe, it’s about making investments that pay off. Let’s explore how these screenings can be a game-changer and why measuring their impact is crucial for businesses.
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Hiring the right candidate is crucial for any company’s success, and Uphando recognizes the paramount importance of thorough pre-employment screening.
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Being a leader can be a challenge when you’re trying to navigate the fine line between being a boss and a friend to your team. It’s essential to build strong relationships with the people you work with, particularly if you’re in a team environment, but there must also be an understanding of areas of respect, authority and productivity.
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Many people go through the trouble of having a lying coworker who is completely dishonest and untrustworthy. The people you who work beside you can make or break your job satisfaction. An understanding manager and fun co-workers can make the worst jobs bearable and one of the hardest people to work with is someone who lies. It’s always advisable to identify such individuals and then necessary steps and actions should be taken so that they won’t bring more trouble.
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Payroll fraud is a serious threat to businesses in South Africa and there are a number of ways in which fraudulent activities can occur.
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One of the most difficult situations to navigate amongst employees is how to appropriately handle an employee whom you suspect has been stealing. Employee thefts run the gamut from nicking office supplies from the storage room and stealing from coworkers’ lockers to falsely filling out time sheets, mishandling company intellectual property, customer identity theft and worse. Even more alarming, 75% of employees steal from their employer at least once.
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As businesses become more complex and competitive, the need for HR support has become increasingly important. HR outsourcing can provide companies with a cost-effective and specialized way to manage the human resources of their organization. This can help businesses save time and money while enhancing their ability to manage their workforce effectively.
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