The MVMP Labs Blog
Documenting the journey of building digital businesses as a non-developer. Tips, tutorials, and lessons learned along the way.
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161 - How to Build a Fully Automated Job Board with No-Code Tools
If you're running a marketplace, adding a fully automated job board can make things a lot easier for both clients and freelancers. Clients can quickly post jobs, review applications, and request introductions, while freelancers can find and apply for jobs that match their skills—all with almost no manual work. In this post, I’ll show you how we built a fully automated job board at **Unicorn Factory** using no-code tools like [Airtable](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/airtable), [Glide](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/glide), [Make.com](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/make), and [MailerSend](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/mailersend). While I'll be using **Unicorn Factory** as an example, you can apply the same system to any job board or marketplace. Whether you're looking to add a job board to your marketplace or improve the process for both clients and freelancers, this guide will show you how to set up a fully automated system that runs smoothly behind the scenes. If you're curious about how we’ve automated other areas of **Unicorn Factory**, you can also check out [How We Automated Our Client Follow-Ups with Make.com (And Why You Should Too)](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/blog/automated-client-follow-ups). ### What You’ll Learn: - **How the Job Board Works**: A breakdown of how clients and freelancers interact with the board, from posting jobs to making introductions. - **The Tools I Use**: How tools like [Airtable](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/airtable), [Glide](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/glide), [Make.com](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/make), and [MailerSend](https://www.connorfinlayson.com/a/mailersend) work together to keep everything running smoothly. - **Top Tips for Building Your Job Board**: Practical tips on picking a niche, organizing your database, monetizing early, and getting job listings fast. By the end of this post, you’ll know how to build a fully automated job board using no-code tools, saving time and creating a great experience for both clients and freelancers.
156 - Introducing MVMP Labs: Build Your MVP with No-Code Tools
I’m thrilled to announce the beta launch of **MVMP Labs** — an invite-only community designed for non-technical founders who want to build and launch their MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) using no-code tools like Webflow, Airtable, and Make.com.