Whether you are getting ready for business school, looking to change jobs, or wanting to excel in your current role, we think you will appreciate these recent career-related articles that caught our attention.
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- “‘Brutal’: A Growing Tribe of Jobless Techies Is Lost in Silicon Valley’s New Reality” – Los Angeles Times
- “The Fastest Way to Land A Job in 2026” – Forbes
- “How People Are Really Using AI in 2026” – Harvard Business Review
- “LinkedIn Top Companies 2026: The 50 Best Employers to Grow Your Career in the U.S.” – LinkedIn News
- “2026’s Most Critical Career Skill: Managing Up” – Forbes
“‘Brutal’: A Growing Tribe of Jobless Techies Is Lost in Silicon Valley’s New Reality” – Los Angeles Times
This article highlights the ongoing impact of layoffs across Silicon Valley while offering practical insights for navigating today’s challenging job market. With hiring processes taking longer than ever, job seekers must remain persistent and patient to ultimately be successful. The piece emphasizes the importance of continuous skill development and of clearly communicating how your experience addresses a hiring manager’s specific needs. (Read time: three to four minutes)
“The Fastest Way to Land A Job in 2026” – Forbes
Amid constant discussion about AI’s role in the job search process, many candidates become overly focused on trying to outsmart applicant tracking systems. This article argues that the fundamentals still matter most: demonstrating measurable value and results. It provides actionable advice for showcasing your impact on your resume, in your LinkedIn profile, and during interviews. (Read time: three to four minutes)
“How People Are Really Using AI in 2026” – Harvard Business Review
As employers increasingly ask candidates how they use AI in both their professional and personal lives, understanding real-world adoption trends is becoming essential. In a longitudinal study, Marc Zao-Sanders and Sara Biuk analyzed more than 12,000 AI use cases, uncovering both productivity gains and growing concerns about overreliance on these tools. (Read time: four to five minutes)
“LinkedIn Top Companies 2026: The 50 Best Employers to Grow Your Career in the U.S.” – LinkedIn News
For the past decade, LinkedIn has published annual rankings of top employers. Beyond identifying leading companies, this resource offers valuable insights into employee experiences, links to open positions, and visibility into connections within your network who work at these organizations. While most featured employers are large companies, LinkedIn plans to release its annual list of top start-ups later this summer. Follow the Get Hired newsletter to get access. (Read time: one to three minutes)
“2026’s Most Critical Career Skill: Managing Up” – Forbes
Managing up is about far more than maintaining a strong relationship with your manager. It involves understanding leadership priorities, communicating your contributions, and shaping how key stakeholders perceive your value. These skills can increase your visibility for promotions, stretch assignments, and opportunities tied to business-critical initiatives. The conversations that build these relationships also showcase capabilities, such as communicating in real time, thinking on your feet, and reading the room, which are skills that AI cannot replicate. (Read time: three to four minutes)
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