Executive Summary
PyjamaHR’s Job Boost feature helps employers maximize the visibility of their job postings by distributing them to a wider network of job boards. However, eligibility for boosts and the locations you can target depend on your plan, job settings, and compliance with platform policies. This article explains exactly who can use Job Boost, which locations are supported, and how to avoid the most common pitfalls—so you can get the right candidates, in the right place, every time.
Detailed Overview
What is Job Boost in PyjamaHR?
Job Boost is an optional feature in PyjamaHR that amplifies your job posting’s reach by promoting it across an extended network of premium and niche job boards. This increases your chances of attracting qualified candidates, especially for hard-to-fill or urgent roles.
When and Why to Use Job Boost
When: Use Job Boost when you need more applicants, want to reach specialized talent pools, or are hiring in competitive markets.
Why: Boosting increases visibility, sources candidates from additional boards, and can help fill roles faster.
Integration with Other PyjamaHR Features
Job Publishing: Boost works on top of your standard job posting workflow.
Location Targeting: Boost respects the location and remote settings you define.
Candidate Management: All applicants, regardless of source, flow into your PyjamaHR pipeline.
Business Impact
Broader Reach: Access to 20+ additional boards (beyond the standard 10 free boards).
Faster Hiring: More applicants, more quickly.
Quality Control: Boosted jobs are subject to job board quality checks.
Step-by-Step Guide: Using Job Boost with Location Restrictions
Prerequisites
Plan: You must be on a paid (Premium) plan to boost jobs outside India.
Account Verification: Your company profile must be verified and not flagged for spam.
Job Quality: Job descriptions must meet quality standards of external job boards.
1. Check Your Plan and Eligibility
Free Plan: Can only post and boost jobs within India.
Premium Plan: Can post and boost jobs globally (including US, Canada, etc.).
Example: “Under the free plan you can only post jobs in India.” (Conv. 11951)
Upgrade required for international boosts.
2. Create or Edit a Job Posting
Go to Jobs > Create Job or select an existing job.
Enter the Job Location:
For international jobs, ensure you’re on a Premium plan.
If you see “No results found” when entering a non-Indian location, you may be on the Free plan.
Screenshot Callout: Show the location field with error message for non-eligible users.
3. Set Location and Remote Options Carefully
Remote Jobs: If you select “Remote,” specify if it’s “Remote (India)” or “Remote (Global).”
Mistake to Avoid: Marking a job as “completely remote” can result in applicants from unintended countries (Conv. 6952, 1854).
Best Practice: Use “Remote (India)” if you only want Indian applicants.
4. Boost the Job
On the job posting page, click Boost Job.
Review the boost options and confirm the location.
Complete payment if required.
Screenshot Callout: Show the “Boost Job” button and location confirmation step.
5. Monitor Applications
All boosted jobs will appear in your dashboard.
Applicants will be sourced according to your job’s location settings.
If you receive applicants from outside your target region, review your job’s location and remote settings.
Advanced Usage & Best Practices
Power User Tips
Targeted Boosts: For region-specific hiring, always double-check the location and remote settings before boosting.
Quality Descriptions: Ensure your job description is detailed and meets the standards of external job boards to avoid rejection or removal (Conv. 10453).
Selective Publishing: On Premium, you can choose which jobs are posted to job boards vs. only your company website (Conv. 12164).
Optimization Strategies
Monitor Applicant Sources: If you notice a mismatch (e.g., global applicants for a local job), adjust your job settings and contact support if needed.
Unpublish as Needed: To stop sourcing from job boards, unpublish or close the job (Conv. 10254).
Do’s and Don’ts
Do: Upgrade to Premium for global boosts.
Do: Use precise location and remote settings.
Don’t: Expect international boosts on the Free plan.
Don’t: Leave job descriptions vague or incomplete.
Troubleshooting & Common Issues
Common Error Messages & Solutions
“No results found” in Location Field:
Cause: Trying to post a non-Indian job on Free plan.
Solution: Upgrade to Premium.
Boost Not Available for Jobs Outside India:
Cause: Free plan or incorrect remote setting.
Solution: Upgrade plan or set location to India.
Receiving Applicants from Wrong Countries:
Cause: Job marked as “completely remote” or incorrect location.
Solution: Edit job to specify the correct region (e.g., “Remote (India)”).
Job Not Appearing on External Boards:
Cause: Job description quality or board-specific approval.
Solution: Improve job description and wait for board approval.
What If Scenarios
What if I want only local applicants for a remote job?
Set the location as “Remote (India)” or your specific country.
What if my account is blocked?
Provide valid company website, LinkedIn, and business registration documents for verification (Conv. 6521).
What if I want to unpublish a boosted job?
Close the job in PyjamaHR; it will be removed from job boards.
What if I want to verify where my job was posted?
PyjamaHR does not disclose the full list of job boards for boosts, but you can request confirmation from support (Conv. 10453).
Comprehensive FAQ
1. Can I boost jobs outside India on the Free plan?
No, only jobs within India can be posted or boosted on the Free plan.
2. What locations are supported for boosts?
On Premium, you can boost jobs globally (US, Canada, etc.). On Free, only India.
3. Why can’t I select a non-Indian location?
You’re likely on the Free plan. Upgrade to Premium to unlock global locations.
4. What happens if I mark a job as “Remote”?
If set to “completely remote,” you may get applicants from all over the world. Use “Remote (India)” for Indian applicants only.
5. How do I ensure only local candidates apply?
Set the job location to your desired region and avoid “global remote” unless you want international applicants.
6. Why are my jobs not appearing on external job boards?
Check your job description quality and wait for board approval. Some boards have strict content requirements.
7. Can I choose which jobs are posted to job boards?
Yes, on Premium you can unpublish jobs from job boards and keep them only on your company website.
8. Do I need to provide documents to boost jobs?
Only if your account is flagged for verification. Otherwise, no documents are needed.
9. Can I see a list of all job boards my job is boosted to?
No, PyjamaHR does not disclose the full list, but major boards like Wellfound and Dice are included.
10. What if I get unqualified or bot applicants?
Contact support; PyjamaHR is actively improving candidate quality and filtering.
11. How do I unpublish or close a job?
Go to the job in your dashboard and select “Close Job.”
12. What if I paid for a boost but don’t see results?
Contact support for confirmation and troubleshooting.
Related Features & Next Steps
Premium Plan Upgrade: Required for global boosts.
Job Description Quality: See How to Write Effective Job Descriptions (link to related article).
Candidate Management: Use bulk email and filtering tools for applicant follow-up.
Selective Publishing: Learn how to control where your jobs are posted (Selective Job Board Publishing).
Recommended Next Steps:
Review your current plan and upgrade if you need global reach.
Audit your job postings for correct location and remote settings.
Monitor applicant sources and adjust as needed.
Related Articles:
Summary Table: Eligibility & Location Matrix
Plan Type | Can Boost Jobs in India | Can Boost Jobs Internationally | Can Select Specific Boards | Can Limit to Local Applicants |
Free | Yes | No | No | Yes (with correct settings) |
Premium | Yes | Yes | Yes (to some extent) | Yes (with correct settings) |
Still have questions?
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This article is based on real customer conversations and reflects the most up-to-date information as of June 2024. For further updates, check the PyjamaHR Help Center regularly.