361: Preparing for a Job Search in 2026

I give several universal considerations when creating your resume, as well as 11 missteps I see frequently on the resumes that come to me.

A best practice for career management is being always ready for opportunities that may come your way when you aren't looking. Here's how to be ARFO (Always Ready For Opportunity).

Whether you are planning to start a job search in 2026 or continue with one you've already begun, I give you the big picture view of the current job search landscape, a checklist to prepare for your job search, and five bottom-line job search tips.

What the data are telling us about the current job market - and what the problem REALLY is.

What the hidden job market actually is, why it happens, and how to leverage it.

How to put together an effective job search strategy with a combination of active and passive strategies.

12 tips for increasing your chances of success when applying online.

I'm back after a 6-month hiatus! I will be focusing solely on the job search going forward.

Please check out my new podcast, The Exclusive Career!

I thought last week was my last episode of The Exclusive Career Coach as I move over to my new podcast, The Exclusive Career - but I missed a few steps and the first episode of the new podcast didn't get published. The first two episodes are up now on all the major platforms, so I hope you'll check it out! Want to reach out? [email protected]