Interesting how they offer search and usage anonymity, which should alleviate some people doubts and qualms about using social networks as a way to research others.

I guess I can understand the employers perspective and all but an online personality check? Why not stick with something that has a lot more reliability (and years of studies behind it)? You know, a real personality test.

I remember posting about the same situation on my blog a while ago too. Companies around the world now screen online networks for candidates coming in for interviews. We all are suspect as it depends how much personal as well as professional information is posted on our profiles. From religious requirements to single or married questions to political leanings, the information about us in social networks has an impact on recruiters, and they’re not always talking about it. You thought background checks were invasive, but social networks, for all their value, or an implicit invitation to compare your friends and connections in determining if you are suitable to hire.

You will see from the many articles we have written on this topic that using social networking sites for background checks is a terrible practice. Not only does it violate many areas of the FCRA but also various areas of the EEOC.

http://blog.employeescreen.com/?s=facebook&x=16&y=11

Best,

Jason Morris
employeescreenIQ