Job site comparison: LinkedIn vs. ZipRecruiter vs. Craigslist

Where do you look for your next career move? There are several job boards, but which is right for you?

Let’s look at a few places job seekers go online and find the right one for your needs.

1. Craigslist 

This website is a way to find local candidates without breaking the bank. It’s one of the world’s most popular classified ad sites and can connect candidates with employers in around 70 countries.

When you post a job on this job board, you know it’ll attract a lot of attention. It’s estimated that more than 100 million people visit the site monthly in America alone.

Its simple design makes Craigslist easy to navigate. | Photo 135143884 © Dennizn | Dreamstime.com

Interestingly, while it lets users in some countries post job openings for free, that option’s not available in the U.S. When American employers post a job, they pay fees ranging from $10 to $75, depending on the location.

Posting is simple. First, create a free account with your email address and set your location based on where you’re hiring. Create a job posting and select the job offered. Then, pick a category for your job post. Then, you can start writing your post.

While it’s great that you can easily publish a job posting for a small amount, know there’s a trade-off. You’re likely to attract unqualified candidates simply because of the number of people using this website. If you’ve ever used a free job board or posted to Craigslists, you already know wading through dozens of resumes is a time strain.

For this reason, we recommend sticking with LinkedIn, which offers some specialized features to help you filter out folks who lack the skills you’re looking for.

2. ZipRecruiter

Here’s another popular site that job seekers flock to when looking for a change of pace. Betterteam reports over 30 million job seekers turn to ZipRecruiter every month.

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