2025 Was a Brutal Year for Job Seekers — Brace for 2026!
The job market in 2025 was one of the toughest in recent memory. As we move into 2026, job seekers will continue to face mounting threats. Learn the basics for thriving in the 2026 job market.
Tag: Job Search
Assignments in the Hiring Process And How to Handle Them
You always have the right to decline an assignment if you feel it’s inappropriate or unfair. However, there’s a better approach that allows you to succeed while protecting yourself from being taken advantage of.
Avoid This Critical Mistake in Your Final Job Interview
Many candidates nails the first interview, then completely blow the final one. If you want to avoid becoming the next person who ruins a great run at the finish line, read this article.
From Tears to Offers: Is Going Viral the New Way to Get Hired?
Is there a shortcut to the traditional job hunt? Imagine writing a single viral post and suddenly, your inbox is flooded with messages from recruiters and hiring managers asking for your resume. It sounds like a a jobseeker’s fantasy come true — but it’s real.
Who Is Who in Job Search—and How to Make the Most of Them
When you apply for a job, you’ll come across a range of professionals who play different roles throughout the recruitment process. This article breaks down who’s who and how to leverage them to boost your chances and land the right opportunity faster.
Is There a Hidden Job Market You Are Missing?
Could it be that many roles are filled without ever appearing on public job boards or company websites? Instead of broadcasting openings, do organizations quietly rely on hiring from their trusted circles, effectively eliminating external intruders? And does this under-the-radar ecosystem slip beneath the surface of traditional job searches, leaving applicants who depend solely on public listings completely in the dark? Plenty of people would agree—and so do I, in a way. Read more inside this article.
Stay Employable When You Don’t Have a Job
Explaining a gap in your resume isn’t just about framing it well—it’s mainly about being able to demonstrate that you used that time productively.
When You Are Not a Perfect Fit
In today’s job market, many candidates meet every requirement on a job description, yet they get never hired. Learn why and what to do about it.
Avoiding the Black Hole: How to Make Sure Your Resume Gets Seen
After applying countless times without hearing back, it can feel like your resume is vanishing into a black hole. But why does this happen—and more importantly, how can you avoid it?
Guest Post: Refer Others to Build Leverage, Not Just Goodwill
Today’s post features guest contributor The Former Fed who runs The Former Fed newsletter. Aspiring former feds entering tech often underestimate the value of unsolicited recruiter contact. If you’re getting inbound messages, it means someone has prequalified your background. Even if a particular role isn’t a fit, you have an opportunity to position yourself differently than a typical […]
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