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3 Ways to Support Women-Owned Businesses
October was National Women’s Small Business month. As a certified women-owned small business, it was important for us to reflect on the inequities that still exist in business. The pandemic has put a large strain on women-owned businesses and especially minority women-owned businesses. Now more than ever, it is important for us to look at…
Read MoreMYB featured in Capital at Play Magazine
Mind Your Business (MYB) was honored to be featured in Capital at Play Magazine’s August Issue. In the article Karen Caruso, Founder/CEO of MYB, discusses how she got her start in the background screening industry and her experience with government contracting. Karen says, “Most people in WNC are surprised to learn that a company like…
Read MoreMYB Welcomes John Lawrence as Chief Revenue Officer
This month, MYB added background screening industry sales and marketing veteran, John Lawrence to our team. John will serve as Chief Revenue Officer and manage all sales, marketing, and customer success personnel and activities. John was most recently Chief Marketing Officer for investigative data provider, Tracers Information Specialists, Inc. (Tracers). Prior to that, John served…
Read MoreBe Inspired: Podcast featuring MYB, Inc. Founder and CEO Karen Caruso
The word “no” can take you pretty far in life. Need proof? Listen to the podcast from September’s Power of Partnering Marketplace Conference. Karen Caruso, founder and CEO of MYB, Inc., reveals on GWBC Radio how the word “no” pushed her to use her existing job skills to create her own business. Learn how the…
Read MoreBusiness Myth Busters: What Is a Certified Background Check?
In today’s business economy, background checks are a standard part of the pre-employment process. With so many options available, how do you ensure you’re receiving a certified background check? We tackle some of the myths surrounding the industry. Myth: A certified background check is too expensive.Truth: A low-cost or free report usually means the company…
Read MoreEnsure Your Background Checks Are in Compliance with State Laws
This summer, the state of Illinois ruled companies within the state could no longer ask applicants about their salary history. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the law in late July and joined several other states who also have similar measures in place. Currently California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Oregon, and Vermont have similar bans that…
Read MoreMYB, Inc. Certified as HUBZone Small Business Concern
On July 16, Hendersonville small business Mind Your Business, Inc. (MYB, Inc.) was certified as a qualified HUBZone small business concern. With the new certification, MYB is now eligible for HUBZone opportunities and is included on the list of qualified HUBZone small business concerns. “We are so pleased to be awarded this certification from the…
Read MoreGet Results with Customized Background Checks
With the rise of online background checks available to anyone at anytime, it may appear that background checks are a one-size-fits-all tool. However, the background check industry is filled with new laws, state nuances, and evolving requirements. Relying upon a one-click online option usually generates more questions than answers. That’s why MYB, Inc.’s main focus…
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