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“I played football in college. I wasn’t very big and I wasn’t very good. I got hurt a lot. I broke my arm once, my neck once, and my nose six times. When I tell people about it they always ask, ‘Why did you keep doing it?’ For a long time I had no answer. [...]
Don’t assume the only position or department the person is suited to is the position or department they left. You probably think of them as a good employee because they were productive and had a good attitude. Re-interview them to find out what they’ve learned since they left you. Ask them what they’re interested in [...]
…is a good offense and a good offense against negligent hiring lawsuits your careful investigation of each employee’s background. For a thorough check: Contact all prior employers. (Even if you think all you’ll get is dates of employment and salary, make the calls anyway. If you get a “no comment,” record it in the file. If necessary, it [...]