Entering the Job Market in 2026? Here's What You Need to Know First
If you're considering a job change this year, you're not alone. Many professionals I've spoken with recently aren't actively searching yet. They're exploring possibilities, testing the market, or making plans to pursue a new opportunity later this year. Many have been on the sidelines waiting out the last few years. However, this is not a job market that will "return to normal". Last year taught everyone the new normal. Those entering the job market this year, or planning to,
From Resume Market to Interview Market: What Changed in Hiring
Five years ago, most professionals believed their biggest obstacle was getting past the ATS. Job seekers spent countless hours optimizing keywords, adjusting formatting, and tailoring resumes to match job descriptions. The prevailing belief was simple: If you could get through the ATS, you could get hired. Today, many experienced professionals have a different problem. They're getting interviews. They're making it to second and third rounds. They're speaking with hiring manag
Why Qualified Professionals Still Aren’t Getting Interviews in 2026
If your job search feels harder than it did a few years ago, you are not imagining it. Many senior professionals are applying to dozens, sometimes hundreds, of jobs with little traction. Interview processes now take longer. Hiring timelines are slower. Highly qualified candidates are struggling to gain momentum. And understandably, many professionals are starting to ask the same question: “What changed?” The reality is the hiring market is still moving, but it is moving diffe
