If it feels like the job market has gotten harder and weirder at the same time, you’re not imagining it. The job market feels broken right now, and the “spray and pray” approach is a symptom of that market breakdown, not a solution. A recent SFGATE piece dug into a trend that’s become almost universal right now: candidates blasting out hundreds or thousands of AI-generated applications, hoping that volume makes up for precision. The problem is, it’s creating exactly the oppos

If you’ve been thinking about making a move but telling yourself to “wait until the new year” or “see how the market shakes out,” I’m going to be direct with you: Waiting is usually a mistake. Right now (late Q4 and into early Q1) is one of the most strategically advantageous times of the year to be applying, especially if you’re an experienced professional with a real track record. The hiring market hasn’t stopped, it’s just quieter and quieter markets favor prepared candida

The hiring market is being rebuilt. Skills are beating degrees, AI is screening your resume before a human does, and culture fit matters as much as your credentials. Here's what recruiters are actually seeing right now with job market trends.