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News, updates, and tips from the Crafts Software team.
Aug 6, 2026 · Crafts Software
Building Your Own Job Portal vs Using LinkedIn: Pros and Cons
LinkedIn is the default choice for many businesses, but it isn't always the right one. Here's an honest look at when a dedicated job portal actually makes more sense.
Aug 5, 2026 · Crafts Software
How to Migrate From a Legacy Job Board to a Modern Job Portal
Switching platforms is intimidating when you have existing listings, employers, and candidates. Here's how to make the move without losing momentum.
Aug 4, 2026 · Crafts Software
Job Portal Design: UX Mistakes That Cost You Candidates
Small usability problems quietly drive candidates away before they ever apply. Here are the most common job portal UX mistakes, and what to do instead.
Aug 3, 2026 · Crafts Software
How to Monetize a Job Portal: Proven Business Models
A job portal isn't just a hiring tool — it can be a real business. Here are the monetization models that actually work, and how to pick the right one for your audience.
Aug 2, 2026 · Crafts Software
Diversity and Inclusion Features in Modern Job Portals
More employers want hiring tools that actively support diverse candidate pools. Here's what that looks like at the job portal level.
Aug 1, 2026 · Crafts Software
How Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Work Inside a Job Portal
The applicant tracking layer is often the least visible part of a job portal — and the part employers rely on most. Here's how it actually works.
Jul 31, 2026 · Crafts Software
Job Portal SEO: How to Rank Your Recruitment Website on Google
A job portal lives or dies by search traffic. Here's a practical rundown of the SEO fundamentals that actually move the needle for recruitment websites.
Jul 30, 2026 · Crafts Software
Job Portal Onboarding: Getting New Employers to Their First Hire Faster
The gap between an employer signing up and actually posting a job is where most platforms lose people. Here's how to close it.
Jul 29, 2026 · Crafts Software
Niche Job Portals: Why Specializing Beats Going General
Trying to compete with the giant general job boards rarely works for a new platform. Here's why going narrow is usually the smarter strategy.
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