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Glassdoor sent me a copy of their Worklife Trends Report for 2026 and one of the trends that caught my attention was “the forever layoff sets in”. The point was that mass layoffs are being replaced with smaller more frequent layoffs. Which raises the question should employees assume that job insecurity is the norm?
If the answer to that question is “yes”, then will job search become an ongoing activity. Meaning there’s no such thing as the passive job seeker. And we can’t assume this is a trend that would only apply to entry level workers. Job insecurity could permeate the organization and ultimately become a quality of company culture. Think about what kind of impact that could have.
Unfortunately, sometimes the decision to conduct a layoff is out of our control. What is in our control is being aware and prepared. Here are a few articles about job search that you might find interesting.
It’s Totally Acceptable to Accidentally Find Your Dream Career
Finding your dream career is tough. Personally, I don’t think it’s necessary to add the pressure of saying that you can’t accidentally find the job you’ve always wanted. Regardless of how you land your dream career, be ready to learn all along the way. It will keep your skills relevant and help maintain your interest in the field you love.
Organizational and Individual Values Should Be in Alignment
Organizations often ask candidates job interview questions to see if their values are in alignment. Candidates and employees look to see that an organization’s actions match the values on their website. Neither should make assumptions about a person’s values. It’s about their actions.
Job Seekers Should Focus on Skills Development
An increasing number of organizations are focused on “skills-based hiring”. Just a quick reminder, a skill is defined as “the ability to do something well”. So, skills-based hiring is when organizations focus on a candidate’s skills over things like work experience or education.
If you’re thinking about a new opportunity, it makes good sense to take inventory of what you have to offer an organization in terms of skills. In fact, even if you’re not looking for a new opportunity, you might want to do a self-assessment of your skills as well. The results could help you develop good learning goals.
10 Work Skills Every Recruiter Wants to See Today
It should be no surprise that the business world is constantly changing, which means work related skills are changing as well. It might be productive to know what skills recruiters are looking for … regardless of your job title. Now, some people might say this list is basic – and it is. That’s exactly the point. Recruiters are often frustrated that candidates (internal and external) don’t have these skills.
Bookmark This! Resources for Job Seekers
Whether you’re currently employed and considering a move or unemployed and definitely looking, being a job seeker is tough work. Having a list of resources might help. I’ve known these career experts for years and admired their work as being very relevant for today’s job seeker.
6 Things to Remember When You’re Starting a New Job
Starting a new job or moving to a new company can be incredibly exciting. That’s great. The organization is putting plans in place to set you up for success through orientation and onboarding. Take time to think about the transition and how you want to position yourself for success.
I want to be clear. I’m not saying your organization is planning a layoff. Or that your job is in jeopardy. But I think it’s fair to say that the business landscape is continuously changing. During times of change, it’s good to stay aware and be prepared. On some level, it can be comforting to think about and truly know your career plans and options.
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