Jobs Magazine January 29 – February 4, 2016 | Page 8

JOBS RESOURCES Beware of the Blog Radio talk-show hostess Kim Komando once revealed that, as part of an employee background check, she researched the personal websites and blogs of her prospective employees. What she discovered was that people will not only say the darndest things, they are now willing to publish them on the internet. These job seekers boasted about illegally downloading music, pirating software, committing vandalism and doing other antics that are commonly classified as “criminal activity.” This discovery began a dialogue with her audience, during which she asked, “Should a person’s blog be considered when assessing their employment credentials?” What is shocking is that 40% of the respondents to her internet poll answered Are You Injured? Are You Disabled? WE CAN HELP Auto Accident Injuries Motorcycle Accidents Work Injuries / Comp. Tractor Trailer Accidents Long-Term Disability 8 JANUARY 29 – FEBRUARY 4, 2016 Nursing Home Neglect Social Security Disability Wrongful Death Cases Personal Injury Cases