Why not use an Internet personnel exchange that posts resumes of job applicants?
The Internet has seen the birth of personnel exchanges, electronic versions of newspaper classifieds, that post job openings and availability. Not surprisingly, the fees charged by Internet personnel exchanges (“IPEx”) are generally cheaper than those charged by full service personnel agencies. Are the savings worth it? Internet Rule No. 1 is to never identify yourself to strangers. You risk heartbreak if you open your home and entrust your children to Internet strangers. Just knowing they must undergo professional scrutiny is often enough to deter many wrongdoers. The Internet is a wonderful tool for buying commodities such as books and CD’s since you know the products before you order. It is more problematic for nonstandardized products and services. And it is highly questionable for personal, sensitive matters such as hiring people to enter your home and care for your children. Using the proper tool for the job is normally best. “There is no free lunch.” “You get what you pay for.”
