At any stage in your professional journey, you may come across an employer or a recruiter who asks to verify your educational credentials. This shouldn’t come as a surprise as 30% of candidates admitted to lying on their resumes, yet 79% of them never get caught. In fact, 85% of employers in the US who conduct background checks find that candidates have lied on their resumes or job applications.&nbsp;

How do Employers Verify Education?

Learn how employers verify education, including what they look for and the methods they use. Protect yourself from the consequences of lying on your resume by being honest and transparent about your qualifications. Find employers who value your skills, experience, and personality above your degree.

Maybe you think you’ve finally found your dream job. Everything about it is perfect, except… the salary. Unfortunately, it just isn’t where you want it to be. So, should you give up and move on? Given all the effort you’ve already invested, it’s probably wise to try and negotiate a better salary before you do.&nbsp;

How to Ask for a Higher Starting Salary 

Secure the job of your dreams by knowing your value and asking for a higher salary! Research the market to know what is reasonable, and use the email templates provided to make your case. Don't be afraid to negotiate and ask for more than the initial offer - you deserve it!

Learning how to persuade people is like a key that can unlock any door. Acing the interview for the job of your dreams. Getting the best deal on a new car. Closing a sale with a skeptical customer. All of these wins require a level of persuasiveness.

10 Practical and Effective Strategies to Persuade Anyone of Anything

Persuasion is an essential skill in the workplace. Learn how to become more persuasive by using the power of storytelling, understanding your audience, building credibility, and choosing your words wisely. Connect with people by showing empathy and respect, using logic, doing favors, and demonstrating confidence. By mastering these techniques, you can unlock success and open doors to new opportunities.

10 Proven Ways to Make Extra Income While Working Full Time

Maximize your earning potential with 10 ways to make extra income while working full-time. From part-time gigs to online platforms and entrepreneurial ventures, you can use your existing skills to supplement your income. Explore the possibilities and get started today!

With the advent of desktop computers, the arduous task of scouring through weekly job classifieds became a thing of the past. The mid-1990s brought about a new era where job seekers could easily search and apply for jobs online. The introduction of AOL's Instant Messaging feature provided an even faster means for employers and candidates to communicate and schedule interviews. As smartphones became more pervasive in the early 2000s, hiring managers increasingly used phone calls for screening and interviewing candidates. Despite this trend, over 80% of interviews still took place in person. 

Virtual Reality Job Interviews

Hiring and interviewing have come a long way since the advent of smartphones, and now virtual reality is on the horizon as a potential interviewing tool. It offers cost-effective and time-efficient benefits, plus it can reduce stress and anxiety while mediating bias. Keep it in mind and start small to capitalize on its potential!

As you may already know, there has been a lot of talk lately about the possibility of a TikTok ban. While this has not yet come to fruition, it's important to consider the implications this could have for businesses and recruiters who rely on TikTok as a platform to market their brand, recruit new talent, and connect with their audience.

A Potential TikTok Ban?!

Prepare for a potential TikTok ban by diversifying your social media presence, building an engaged email list, and exploring alternative video platforms. Create a plan of action on Jobseeker to ensure you're ready for any changes to the social media landscape. Maximize your chances of success!

"A new employee who doesn't meet the minimum performance, quality, and culture fit standards you set when you began sourcing and recruiting. Additionally, bad hires will immediately show signs of self-interest instead of an interest in their role and the company."

How to Avoid a Bad Hire

Bad hires can cost a company up to 30% of the new employee's salary and pose non-financial risks like lower employee morale and reputation damage. To prevent bad hires, it is important to evaluate a candidate's skills and personality to ensure they are a good fit. A diverse hiring process and testing can also help to identify red flags.

When the job board you subscribe to finally posts your dream job, you may feel like the stars have aligned. But part of securing a position that matches your career plan is ensuring you address all the application basics. You know, the resume, the cover letter, the portfolio. It seems like you've got this in the bag — until you realize they want a letter of recommendation, too!&nbsp;

How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation

Secure your dream job with a well-crafted letter of recommendation. Get tips and two templates to ask the right people confidently. Letters of recommendation help you stand out and connect with hiring managers in a more personalized way. Send one for a memorable first impression!

When it comes to achieving our goals, there’s a lot of noise to work through. A study by the University of Scranton has found that only 8% of people who set New Year’s resolutions actually achieve them. Our busy lives might be one reason for this. Another, even more important reason, is our approach to goal setting. Being too vague, too ambitious or simply unclear on the timeframe can set us up for failure.

What Are SMART Goals?

SMART goals are an effective way to set measurable, attainable, and relevant goals. They help prioritize goals and provide a roadmap to success. Setting deadlines keeps us motivated and focused to stay on track. Try applying SMART goals to your life and see where it takes you!

When looking at in-house vs outsourcing recruiting, it is important to nail down the benefits for each and whether those benefits outweigh the risks that follow. 

In-House vs Outsourcing Recruiting: Which is Better?

Make the right hiring decision for your business: In-House Recruiting or Outsourcing Recruiting? Consider the benefits and risks of each to find the best fit for you. Have a lot of employees? Need a cost-efficient option? In-house or outsource, decide what best suits your company's needs.

Manage financial reporting preparation process and direct staff of accounting, with accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting duties.. YARDI accounting system experience is a must. Proficient understanding of financial duties in a residential real estate setting with an emphasis on Multifamily Property Management experience. 5+ years' of experience in finance or accounting. 3+ years in Multifamily / Property management

director of finance

The ideal candidate will contribute to the overall success of the organization by effectively managing all financial tasks. They will oversee the financial operations of the business and provide frequent financial reports. They will also assure strict adherence to financial regulations and compliance. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Acting as a roll-up-your-sleeves "Player-Coach," you will manage a team to processes and procedures that are scalable and efficient to meet the company's needs.</li><li>Manage financial reporting preparation process and direct staff of accounting, with accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting duties.</li><li>Monthly, quarterly, and variance reporting on 50+ sets of books.</li><li>Assist with the operational accounting functions.</li><li>Oversee property management financials.</li><li>Collaborate with Leadership on new processes and procedures.</li><li>Act as an innovative and/or creative source to consider solutions to problems.</li><li>Establish banking relations and establishment of new bank accounts.</li><li>Manage cash management controls and systems.</li><li>Proactively follow up with clients regarding their inquiries about property financials and reporting metrics.</li><li>Work with lenders on quarterly and year-end reporting and capital draws.</li><li>Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers.</li><li>Maintain internal safeguards for revenue receipts and expenses.</li><li>Lead annual operating budget creation process for all properties and business unit</li><li>Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs.</li><li>Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective actions.</li><li>Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies.</li><li>Develop Ad Hoc reports as needed.</li><li>Manage Construction and Lender cash draws</li><li>Manage property CAPEX schedules</li></ul> REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>YARDI accounting system experience is a must</li><li>Proficient understanding of financial duties in a residential real estate setting with an emphasis on Multifamily Property Management experience</li><li>Effective organizational and time management skills</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Accurate and detail-oriented</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and relate effectively, productively, and positively with other associates and clients</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field</li><li>5+ years' of experience in finance or accounting</li><li>5+ years' in YARDI</li><li>Treasury & Cash Handling Experience</li><li>3+ years in Multifamily / Property management</li><li>Strong communication and analytical skills</li></ul>

Director of Finance - Multifamily Housing