careers

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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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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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April 9, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Can You Advance in Your Career in a Frozen Market?

If the job market feels frozen right now, you are not imagining it. Hiring slowdowns, budget cuts, and longer decision timelines are real. But here is what I want you to know: a slower market does not mean your career

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March 12, 2026 Julie Shenkman

What Is Career Minimalism and Why Gen Z Has Embraced It?

For years, people judged career success by title, salary, and climbing the corporate ladder. Work meant long hours and constant productivity. But a growing group of young professionals is choosing a different path. This new mindset is called career minimalism.

February 19, 2026 Julie Shenkman

How to Prioritize Job Applications and Focus on the Right Roles

If you have ever sat down to apply for jobs and suddenly found yourself drowning in tabs, you are not alone. The modern job search can feel endless. New listings appear every day. Notifications pop up constantly. Before you know

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February 5, 2026 Julie Shenkman

Is the Corporate Ladder Broken?

For decades, career success followed a familiar script: work hard, climb the corporate ladder, earn promotions, collect titles, and eventually reach the top. But for many professionals today, that ladder doesn’t feel as sturdy or as appealing as it once

January 8, 2026 Julie Shenkman

The Shift Toward Trade Jobs Is Bringing Apprenticeships Back

The job market is evolving and with that change comes new opportunity. As hiring slows in some white-collar roles and skills seem to matter more than college degrees, many people are discovering trade jobs as a rewarding and practical path

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