Happy New Year. I am writing this on the morning of January 1 from my parents’ home in the San Francisco Bay Area. Visiting my parents every Christmas has been a family tradition for nearly… How to Make 2026 the Most Successful Year of Your Career
The Conference Board’s Employment Trends Index declined to 105.80 for the combined October and November 2025 reading. At the same time, the unemployment rate has reached a four year high of 4.6 percent, another sign of labor market… 2026 job market outlook: will it get better?
This is one of the questions I get the most. Over the past decade, I’ve helped a lot of people get into FAANG companies — and also helped a lot of people get out of… Is FAANG Still Worth It?
This is a true story, but the name and some details have been altered slightly to protect confidentiality. Sofia is a client of mine. She had been a high performer at one of the FAANG… How Sofia Landed a Job in Less Than 60 Days After Her Layoff
As I’ve written before, large tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta have major job title deflation. Their leveling frameworks (L4-L9 at Amazon; L3–L10 at Google; E3–E9 at Meta) create flat structures with rigid promotion… How to Get Promoted
We humans are naturally curious — some might say nosy — about what others are doing and thinking. LinkedIn, more than ever, is a public window into your professional intentions. And whether you like it… Think Before You Post: What Your LinkedIn Activity Says to Your Employer
The AI era is here. It’s changing everything—how we build, how we work, how we compete. Yes, some roles are under pressure. Entry-level software engineers, for example, are finding it harder than ever to land… What Kind of People Will Thrive in the AI Era?
Over the years, I’ve coached many professionals who held Chief of Staff roles. A few common questions always come up: What should I do after Chief of Staff? How long should I stay in the… Is Chief of Staff a Good Career Move? What Comes After?
Being laid off and urgently seeking a new job is one of the most stressful life events anyone can experience. It’s easy to advise job seekers to stay calm, think positively, and separate self-esteem from… How to Maintain Mental Health During a Job Search
Human Resources should be the glue that keeps organizations healthy, ethical, and efficient. But sadly, many HR departments fall far short of this ideal. I’ve encountered a lot of HR teams over the years, and… 8 Signs You’re Dealing with a Bad HR Department