Finding a job is exceedingly less stressful when you get a lead from a friend, which is exactly what 'Jolt Mate' looks to help make the norm rather than just a case of happenstance. The app works by enabling you to find jobs that interest you or post of opportunities that you know of with your phone contacts in order to keep it as personal and private as possible. This might come as a welcome option to those who don't feel comfortable posting to social media or who want to only share the opportunities with people they think would be a perfect fit.
'Jolt Mate' is an exceptionally simple and targeted method of sharing jobs with friends or potentially finding an opportunity that suits your profile.
Social Job-Finding Apps
'Jolt Mate' Uses Your Close Friends to Find Jobs or Share Opportunities
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Job Finding - The trend of using personal networks and contacts to find job opportunities or share leads is disrupting traditional job search methods.
2. Private Job Postings - The trend of sharing job opportunities within a closed network of trusted contacts is creating a more confidential and secure job search experience.
3. Friend-driven Job Matching - The trend of relying on friends to recommend and match job seekers with suitable opportunities is revolutionizing the job search process.
Industry Implications
1. Job Search Apps - The job search app industry has the opportunity to integrate personal networks and contacts as a core feature to enhance the job search process.
2. Social Networking Platforms - Social networking platforms can enhance their existing features by incorporating job search functionalities that prioritize personal and trusted connections.
3. Human Resources Technology - The HR tech industry can capitalize on the trend by developing platforms that enable seamless integration of employee referrals and personal job matching.