OnlineJobs
About the Company
OnlineJobs.ph is a job board specializing in virtual workers from the Philippines. Founded in 2009 by John Jonas and his business partner Dan, the company offers a vast repository of resumes from Filipino professionals. The platform has become a crucial tool for entrepreneurs seeking affordable and skilled remote workers to handle various business tasks, from programming to graphic design. Since its inception, OnlineJobs.ph has seen substantial growth, with hundreds of thousands of users and a significant impact on both Western businesses and Filipino job seekers.
Idea Behind Company
The idea for OnlineJobs.ph emerged from John Jonas's dissatisfaction with traditional employment and his need for more freedom and time. After experiencing firsthand the reliability and competence of Filipino workers, especially during a personal crisis, Jonas realized the potential of outsourcing to the Philippines. His experience led him to create a platform specifically to connect Western entrepreneurs with Filipino virtual workers, leveraging their work ethic and affordability to transform business operations and personal freedom.
Creating the Company
The initial version of OnlineJobs.ph was a basic job board built quickly to address Jonas's immediate need for virtual assistance. Without extensive design or prototyping, Jonas and his team launched a simple site and began recruiting resumes. The platform’s unexpected growth led to further design improvements and a more public launch. The organic and slow introduction allowed the site to gain traction, demonstrating the value of Filipino workers and validating the concept through real-world use and feedback.
Launching the Business
The launch of OnlineJobs.ph was modest and organic. Jonas relied on his Filipino workers to promote the site on local social media platforms and created content to attract employers. This grassroots approach, combined with word-of-mouth referrals, helped build a solid user base without heavy marketing expenditures. The slow but steady growth strategy proved effective, leading to increased visibility and a growing database of resumes, further solidifying the platform’s success.
Earnings
OnlineJobs.ph has achieved significant financial success, reaching an annual revenue of $10 million. The company’s model relies on low operating costs and a large, active user base, which has driven consistent growth. Despite a slowdown in growth in 2022, the platform remains profitable, with ongoing revenue expansion and a steady increase in user engagement. The financial stability of OnlineJobs.ph underscores the effectiveness of its business model and the value it provides to both employers and virtual workers.
