If you’re reading this, take a deep breath - you’ve made it through 2020; arguably one of the most paradigm shifting years of recent human history. The pandemic put our global
Hiring millennials is easier said than done. A lot of businesses think they can wave some ping pong and pizza in their face and call it a day. While their view of the corporate
In 2018 the Australian Crime Commission Regulations 2018 reported: “The police history checking service plays an important role in ensuring that bodies such as charities,
VICTORIA, British Columbia, November 18 2020: Certn, a leading people data platform that helps businesses perform fast, comprehensive background checks and ongoing risk
As anyone who’s taken part in the recruitment process already knows — finding the right hire is a massive undertaking. It’s not as simple as putting out a job posting and picking
We are excited to share with you the launch of our new product, Certn Lime. It is a background check solution designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. We
Companies lose an average of $14,900 on each bad hire from the previous year. Let that really sink in for a second. That’s a good chunk of change, no matter how you slice it. As
As a recruiter, finding the perfect candidate to fit a particular role can often be the bane of your existence. Sure there are candidates, but how many of them are actually the
In many respects, the future of work is already here. Amid the headlines exclaiming the predicted loss of jobs due to automation and other changes brought by artificial
Employment in the marijuana industry in Canada is growing. Last year, Canada introduced legalized recreational cannabis to the nation, and employment in the sector has
Firm Appoints HR Superstar Steve Cadigan to Board to Bolster Growth and Build Opportunity Menlo Park, CA, April 9, 2019 — In the world of “people screening,” speed and accuracy
As much as we hate to admit it, we all have biases. We're biased when it comes to sports teams, food, and nearly every aspect of our everyday life. We can’t help ourselves. Most
Here’s the thing: anybody can write a resume. In short, this is why you need to be extra vigilant in the recruitment process. It’s up to you as the recruiter to read between the
Tis the season where if you’re planning to coach hockey, you should be thinking about getting your annual background check! However, many leagues run on volunteers and one thing
As workplace technologies have become more advanced and sophisticated, HR recruiters have followed suit. The recruitment process is being streamlined through the introduction of
Technology’s impact on the modern workplace is undeniable. We live in a time when people can work just as well from home as they can from a downtown office. Because of the
The core values in all great teams are drilled into athletes on elite teams can be the difference between a SuperBowl and disappointment. There are countless teams in business and
The sheer amount of information you can access about someone through social media is dizzying. As people continue to maximize their digital footprints through platforms like
Hiring Millennials is easier said than done. A lot of businesses think they can wave some ping pong and pizza in their face and call it a day. While their view of the corporate
In recent months we, as a society, have learned the values of being able to do almost everything from the comfort of our own homes. Whether it be having groceries delivered or
Hiring just got easier. Certn is glad to announce that we’re entering a partnership with another leader in the HR space, Greenhouse. We provide the most comprehensive, AI-driven
As the gig economy continues to grow with 43% of the current workforce expected to be self-employed by 2020, it’s time for recruiters to take freelancers seriously. We’ve seen the
Background checks can be known as inconvenient. The long waits, the pointless trips to the RCMP station to complete your Criminal Record Check, etc. The hassle of getting a
Certn has always felt that security is not just something you talk about but it’s something that needs to be a top priority. We’ve made a commitment to ensure that our security
At the time of writing, the whole world is in the grip of a global pandemic that has forced entire countries into full lockdowns. This is not the time to cower, though. This is
VICTORIA, B.C. April 14, 2020 Certn has been selected as one of Canada’s top tech companies in the information and communications industry. It was announced that Certn was added
One of the most important resources in any successful company or organization is human resources. It’s the people with the necessary talents and skills that keep your well-oiled
Our background checks and other human resources services are primarily geared toward companies and their constant pursuit of excellent employees. However, we are very much aware
Is this your hiring process? You receive applicant resumes and review them, schedule and conduct interviews to determine which ones fit your needs, and then finally, present the
There’s a revolution happening. The shape of labor itself is shifting. Whatever the reasons for this, the question is...is your company ready for it? The gig economy is known for
The world of work has been an ever-changing landscape. But we’ve never seen shifts of this magnitude before. Everyone’s talking about Gig companies. Some experts say it’s due to
We all anticipated it across various industries: the gig economy was going to be a revolution. We took it for granted. After all, there was a drastic increase in online platforms
As one of the leaders in the HR industry, we pride ourselves offering the best and fastest background check services. Certn provides every check you would ever need in your
