Lack of Focused Job Boards for Startups and SMBs in Local Markets
Generic job boards like Indeed and LinkedIn are dominated by enterprise listings, making it hard for startups and small businesses to attract candidates who specifically want early-stage roles. A 500+ job board covering 3 cities demonstrates demand exists but the market is fragmented. Founders and hiring managers at smaller companies struggle to reach candidates open to the tradeoffs of SMB employment.
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