Job Search Statistics Quiz

As of 2011, what percentage of job seekers used the internet and job boards to search for work?

• 75%

• 85%

• 95%

• 76%

What is estimated to be the percentage of all open roles that never make it to job boards?

• 75 to 95%

• 85%

• 76%

• 50%

What percentage of all open positions are filled through networking contacts, according to the estimate provided?

• 75%

• 85%

• 95%

• 50%

What should you do before giving personal information to job boards?

• Upload your resume immediately

• Apply to as many jobs as possible

• Do some research to ensure they are legitimate

• Change how you use them to have a faster job search

Which of the following is not listed as a well-known job board?

• Monster

• Indeed

• Craigslist

• Glassdoor

What is the main problem with job boards according to the text?

• They are difficult to use

• They often contain scams

• They have too many postings that may not be relevant

• They are not popular with employers

What is the main characteristic of niche job boards compared to larger job boards?

• They offer higher paying jobs

• They are smaller and post openings for a specific group or population

• They are only for remote work

• They are operated by non-profit organizations

Which of the following is NOT listed as an example of a niche job website?

• FlexJobs

• AngelList

• LinkedIn

• Idealist.org

Why might job seekers who use niche job boards be more likely to find a better fit for their roles?

• Niche job boards have less competition

• Niche job boards are more frequently updated

• Job seekers on niche job boards are more likely to meet the specific criteria of the postings

• Niche job boards offer exclusive job listings not found elsewhere

Why might employers post less frequently on niche job boards?

• The cost of posting is higher on niche job boards

• They prefer larger job boards for more visibility

• They do not have openings that fit the niche criteria very often

• Niche job boards are less popular among job seekers