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Helping People Get Jobs = Banned by LinkedIn [AMA]

r/microsaas
7/3/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
AIHawkNot providedJob Application AutomationOpen-source AI tool for automating job applications
LABOROhttps://laboro.co/Job Search PlatformAI agent for job applications, resume-to-job matching using ML
Mimirhttps://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/mimir/hlljdicidfpaendpocidonddnokdieikBrowser ExtensionText summarization, professional tone conversion, logic checks

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Tedious manual job application processes
  • Inefficient job market systems
  • Random LinkedIn account suspensions
  • Time-consuming resume-to-job matching

Problems to Solve:

  • Automating repetitive job applications
  • Increasing visibility for job seekers
  • Bypassing platform restrictions (LinkedIn bans)
  • Matching candidates with suitable roles

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-powered application automation tools
  • Direct company website applications bypassing platforms
  • Resume-to-job matching algorithms
  • LinkedIn unbanning services (suggested in comments)

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Creating tools that challenge industry status quo
  • Pivoting after platform restrictions
  • Offering free tier tools for user acquisition

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Reddit AMA posts for visibility
  • Organic social media promotion (utm_medium=organic)
  • Viral storytelling about platform conflicts

Monetization & Product:

  • Freemium model (free resume matching tool)
  • Focus on product-market fit through automation
  • Developing complementary tools (writing assistant integration)

User Engagement:

  • Positioning as a "people's champion" narrative
  • Community discussions about platform limitations
  • Leveraging user testimonials for social proof