It’s become commonplace for employers to do background checks on job candidates. That means your future boss will know a lot about you before you show up with your lunchbox for your first day of work.

But what about workers? How do you know if the guy or gal interviewing you will end up being the best or worst boss you ever had? How do you know if your future boss is nice or a nut job?

One company is now offering employees boss background checks for $19.99. It’s an interesting idea, but I think you probably can get a lot of dirt on your potential new boss without opening up your wallet. (more…)