BackgroundConnect

Hey — quick reminder as we kick off the new year 👋

If you’re hiring in 2026 and you haven’t taken a fresh look at your background screening process lately, this is for you.
A lot of companies don’t realize their screening process is actually slowing them down — adding delays, extra work, or candidate drop-off — until someone takes a step back and looks at it.

That’s why at BackgroundConnect, we’re still offering free screening audits.
Just a real conversation about how things are working today.
During the audit, we’ll:
• Answer questions about screening and candidate experience
• Share what’s working well for other hiring teams

The goal?
Help you hire faster, smoother, and with fewer headaches.

👉 Sometimes all it takes is a quick conversation to make hiring easier.

December hiring is unique — here are quick tips to stay ahead:

🎅 Submit screenings early
🕒 Expect small delays from courts & clinics
📑 Prep internal approvals in advance
💬 Keep candidates updated on next steps, timelines, and any holiday-related delays

Your future team is depending on your process — keep it smooth.

📊 2025 Hiring Trends We Saw This Year

As we close out 2025, here are some of the shifts we’re seeing across HR teams nationwide:

• More focus on candidate communication and transparency
• Higher expectations around seamless onboarding
• Increased attention on compliance and hiring consistency
• Growing need for clear role definitions and hiring workflows

Heading into 2026, HR teams are prioritizing efficiency, clarity, and stronger processes.

💬 What changes did your team see this year?