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Last Updated: September 01, 2010
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Here are some tips for getting more relevant results from your job search:



Use More Keywords
For example, try regional sales representative instead of sales.

Exclude Words
Type a minus sign '-' in front of words you want to exclude. Jobs containing those words will NOT show up in your results. For example, if you want to see marketing jobs with no mention of sales, search for marketing -sales.

If you're using Advanced Search, just type the words you want to exclude into the "None of these words" field.

Use Exact Phrases
To search for an exact phrase, just put quotation marks around two or more words. For example, search on “administrative assistant” (include the quotation marks).

If you're using advanced search, choose the "This exact phrase" option from the "Keywords" dropdown.

Narrow Your Location
Use the "Include: Metro Area" menu next to the Location field. This enables you to adjust the size of your search area. Limit your search to the city you entered, include nearby cities, or include the entire metro area.

Look at Related Searches
When you type in your keywords, related job searches may appear in a list below. Browse this list for keyword ideas or select one of the options. A list of related job searches will also appear above your results on the search results page.

Use Advanced Search
Get more relevant results when you search by...
  • Part-time or full-time jobs
  • When the job was posted (e.g. "within the last week")
  • Your years and level of experience (e.g. "5-10 years, senior level")
  • Your education degree (e.g. "Bachelor's")
  • Minimum salary: annual or hourly
  • And a whole lot more...
Use Guided Search
Narrow your results with the Guided Search menu on the left side of the search results page. Filter out jobs that don't meet your criteria.

Sort by Date
On the search results page, click the "Date" column header. This will sort the results by posting date and put the most recent jobs at the top of the list.

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