The Confident Career

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October 29, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Why a Successful Person’s Advice Is Rarely the Full Story

Scroll through LinkedIn for a few minutes and you will find someone who quit their job, bet on themselves, and landed somewhere amazing. Their story is exciting, and their advice usually fits into one memorable line. If you are in

October 15, 2026 Andrea Fricks

The AI Skills That Are Worthwhile to Learn

AI is becoming part of everyday professional life, whether you’re writing emails, conducting research, troubleshooting an Excel issue, or anything in between. As AI becomes more common in the workplace, many companies are seeking candidates who know how to use

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September 29, 2026 Julie Shenkman

When the Automated Rejection Is Done Right

If you’ve spent any time job searching, you know the feeling of opening an email that begins with “Thank you for your interest.” Most of us can predict the rest before we finish the first line. Recently, though, one job

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September 15, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Success Doesn’t Look Like It Used To, and That’s a Good Thing

For decades, career success had a familiar shape: climb the ladder, collect bigger titles, and measure your progress by how quickly you moved up. But if the next promotion does not excite you as much as you think it should,

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August 27, 2026 Julie Shenkman

The 80/20 Rule of AI: Why Your Human Touch Still Matters

If you have used AI tools for your job search or your work lately, you already know how much time they can save. A resume draft in seconds. A cover letter outline in a minute. A first pass at a

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August 11, 2026 Andrea Fricks

How Many Jobs Should You Apply To?

Are you searching for a new job in 2026? To land your next role, you’ll likely need to submit more applications than you did during previous job hunts due to an ever-changing hiring landscape. Depending on your industry and experience

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July 9, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Career Setbacks Can Teach You the Most: How to Turn Mistakes Into Growth

You open your inbox and see another email thanking you for your time. You applied for the job, made it through the first round of interviews, and started to feel hopeful. Now it feels like you are back to the

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June 4, 2026 Julie Shenkman

AI Is Changing the Hiring Process for Job Seekers

If you have looked for a job recently, you have probably noticed that the hiring process feels different. AI is now a big part of recruiting, shaping how employers screen candidates and how job seekers prepare resumes, cover letters, and

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May 21, 2026 Julie Shenkman

How to Launch a Successful Career as a New Grad in 2026

Congratulations! (Please hum Pomp and Circumstance while reading this post.) Graduating college is a major achievement, but for many members of the Class of 2026, the next step can feel uncertain. Between AI reshaping hiring, crowded applicant pools, and employers

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April 28, 2026 Julie Shenkman

High-Paying Jobs with Low Stress to Explore in 2026

For years, career success was often associated with long hours, high pressure and constant hustle. But more professionals are challenging that idea, recognizing that meaningful work, strong pay and work-life balance can coexist. In 2026, many careers offer impressive salaries

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