{"id":13118,"date":"2025-07-23T07:00:35","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T07:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naylor.com\/associationadviser\/?p=13118"},"modified":"2026-06-23T09:36:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T09:36:40","slug":"how-association-job-boards-topple-the-giants-of-commercial-recruiting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naylor.com\/associationadviser\/how-association-job-boards-topple-the-giants-of-commercial-recruiting\/","title":{"rendered":"How Association Job Boards Topple the Giants of Commercial Recruiting"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"13118\" class=\"elementor elementor-13118\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6c476fff elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6c476fff\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1eeb480c\" data-id=\"1eeb480c\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11a727d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"11a727d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The story of David and Goliath is a classic underdog tale: a smaller, scrappier competitor defeats a giant, not with brute force, but with the right tools, a smart strategy, and a whole lot of purpose. In the recruiting world, association job boards are the Davids. And standing across from them are the Goliaths\u2014massive commercial job boards with big budgets, broad audiences, and heavyweight marketing engines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But here\u2019s the truth: size doesn\u2019t guarantee success. In fact, the more focused, intentional approach that associations take can be the real competitive advantage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Goliath: The Commercial Job Board Giant<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercial job boards dominate the digital recruiting landscape. They\u2019re massive platforms with millions of job postings and resumes, brand recognition, and huge ad budgets. At first glance, it seems impossible to compete with that kind of scale.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But their size can work against them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These platforms are built for the masses, which means their audiences are broad and often unfocused. Employers end up sorting through a diluted pool of candidates across dozens of industries. The job seeker experience is often impersonal. And without a strong sense of community or trust, the connections formed can be surface level at best.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">David: The Small but Mighty Association Job Board&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Association job boards may look smaller on the surface, but they come armed with the right strategy for winning in today\u2019s talent market.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. A Highly Targeted and Engaged Audience<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Precision Over Volume<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Goliath may offer millions of resumes, but association job boards serve a concentrated audience of professionals who are genuinely engaged in their industry. Many associations have thousands, or tens of thousands, of members, including those passive job seekers you won\u2019t find on commercial sites.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nearly 80% of associations report that job opportunities are among the top benefits their members value.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Trust and Community<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Credibility as Armor<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Members trust their association. That trust extends to the career center, giving both job seekers and employers confidence in the quality and relevance of the postings, something the big boards can\u2019t guarantee.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. Access to Passive and Hidden Talent<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond the Obvious<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Members don\u2019t just visit the association website for jobs\u2014they come for news, education, certifications, and events. That gives career centers access to passive talent who aren\u2019t actively job hunting but are still open to the right opportunity. Commercial boards rarely reach this group.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Certification Integration: The Stone That Strikes True<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Credentialed Candidates: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Association job boards can showcase certifications directly in job listings and candidate profiles, making it easy for employers to identify qualified professionals and for job seekers to stand out. Certified professionals earn up to 18% more than their non-certified peers, making them highly sought after.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercial job boards rarely offer verified or searchable certification data. Credentials are often buried in resumes or inconsistently listed, making it hard for employers to filter by what matters. Associations, often the certifying body themselves, can surface this information accurately and seamlessly giving both employers and candidates a clear edge.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Career Development and Networking<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More Than Jobs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Association job boards don\u2019t just post listings\u2014they offer a full suite of career resources, including mentoring, professional development, and networking events. That kind of wraparound support is something commercial platforms just can\u2019t match.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6. Actionable Data and Insights<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Real-Time Intelligence<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Career centers give associations access to rich, real-time data. What roles are in demand? What skills are emerging? These insights help guide programming, shape workforce strategy, and support members in navigating their careers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercial platforms may collect massive amounts of data, but it\u2019s rarely shared with the communities it impacts. Their insights are broad, generic, and often inaccessible. Associations, by contrast, get direct, actionable intel from their own niche audience\u2014enabling smarter decisions and more tailored member support.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7. Non-Dues Revenue<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sustainable Growth<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Career centers aren\u2019t just a member benefit\u2014they\u2019re a revenue engine. Premium postings, employer branding, targeted advertising, and sponsorships all contribute to non-dues revenue that helps fund more services for members.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercial job boards keep all the revenue for themselves. Associations see none of the return\u2014no share of ad dollars, no sponsorship opportunities, and no control over how employers engage their audience. With an association-run career center, every dollar earned is reinvested back into the mission and member experience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Butler\u2019s Blueprint: How Associations Can Enhance Their Advantage<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Just like David carefully chose his stones, associations can sharpen their strategy and strengthen their job boards by focusing on a few key areas:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Curate and Moderate for Quality<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Screen job postings for relevance and employer credibility. Make sure everything posted aligns with your members\u2019 interests and your association\u2019s mission. Encourage members to keep their resumes updated to build a current, high-quality talent pool.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Expand and Engage the Audience<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reach both active and passive job seekers with targeted communication\u2014job alerts, newsletters, and career-focused messaging. Promote your job board during events, on your website, and across your digital channels to stay visible and top of mind.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. Integrate Certification Pathways<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Map certifications to career stages and job roles. Help job seekers understand their path forward and give employers the ability to filter by credentials. Highlight certifications directly in job listings and candidate profiles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Personalize and Enrich the Career Center<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Offer personalized job recommendations, skill assessments, and relevant career content. Share member success stories and employer testimonials to bring the platform to life and inspire engagement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Foster Community and Networking<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Host career fairs, mentoring sessions, and networking events\u2014both in-person and virtual. These added touchpoints deepen the connection among members and create a stronger pipeline of talent.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6. Leverage Analytics for Continuous Improvement<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Monitor job board activity to spot trends and fine-tune your strategy. Use those insights to better serve members and share labor market intelligence with employers in your space.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7. Optimize for Non-Dues Revenue<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make the most of your platform. Offer tiered pricing, premium listings, sponsorships, and even subscription or retargeting packages. Build long-term employer partnerships that deliver value on both sides.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Bottom Line<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The story of David and Goliath reminds us that winning isn\u2019t about being the biggest player\u2014it\u2019s about being the smartest. Preparation, focus, and knowing how to leverage your unique strengths are what make the difference. Association job boards have those strengths in spades.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the right tools\u2014targeted reach, trust, credential integration, community, and data\u2014associations are well-positioned to do more than just compete. They\u2019re equipped to lead. In the battle for top talent, that\u2019s more than enough to bring down the giant.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">[author image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.naylor.com\/associationadviser\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/T02FZJM3J-U7HBY525N-4f9ecc1bd085-512.png&#8221;]<strong>David Butler<\/strong> is a Director, Partnership Development with Naylor Association Solutions. Reach him at <a href=\"mailto:david.butler@naylor.com\">david.butler@naylor.com<\/a>.[\/author]<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Photo courtesy of Jozef Micic\/<a href=\"http:\/\/Shutterstock.com\" target=\"_blank\">Shutterstock.com<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The story of David and Goliath is a classic underdog tale: a smaller, scrappier competitor defeats a giant, not with brute force, but with the right tools, a smart strategy, and a whole lot of purpose. In the recruiting world, association job boards are the Davids. 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