To gain a competitive edge on LinkedIn, use this simple trick to find the newest job postings. When you search for jobs and apply the “Past 24 hours” filter, a string of characters is added to the URL in your address bar, including a parameter like f_TPR=r86400. The number 86400 represents the number of seconds in 24 hours.
You can manually change this number to find jobs posted even more recently. For example, change it to f_TPR=r3600 to see all jobs posted in the last hour (since there are 3,600 seconds in an hour). Hit enter, and the page will refresh with the newest listings. This simple edit allows you to be among the first applicants, significantly increasing your visibility and improving your chances of getting noticed by recruiters before a job is overwhelmed with applications.
Why it’s a smart strategy:
- Beating the rush: When a job is posted, the first applicants often have a higher chance of being seen by the hiring manager before a massive flood of applications comes in. By filtering for jobs posted in the last hour, you significantly reduce the competition.
- Targeted relevance: You are more likely to find jobs that are actively being recruited for and haven’t already been filled. It’s an excellent way to ensure you’re applying for the freshest opportunities available.
- Showing a competitive edge: This kind of proactiveness can give you a psychological edge. It shows you’re a serious job seeker who is using every tool at their disposal to find and apply for the best jobs as soon as they become available.
Just be aware that this is a manual process you have to repeat for each search.
