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Feeling uncertain about your career’s future? You're not alone. But together we got this!
Hey Puzzle People,
Confession time: Lately, I've felt like the world's spinning faster than TikTok trends especially with AI transforming the workplace. Feeling unsure or anxious is totally normal. We're not just surviving; we're designing our lives with clarity and purpose. Let's turn uncertainty into our competitive edge!
I have put together a strategy that I know will help. It is for our members and comes out Wednesday! It is called “The Career Resilience Toolkit: Your Strategic Guide to Navigating Your Career in the Age of AI”
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🌞 Morning Piece of Mind
If productivity had a GPS, hustle culture would have you on every detour possible. Let's skip the chaos and take the clear road instead.
📌 Weekly Clarity Prompt
"What's the ONE skill you can focus on today to confidently future-proof your career against AI disruptions?"
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📊 This Week in Shambles:
I read these so you don’t have too!
Recession Red Flags: While the official unemployment rate's been creeping up just a bit (from 3.5% to 4.2%), the real story lies beneath the surface. According to the San Francisco Fed, some quieter signals are flashing yellow for recession risk—particularly around how long it's taking folks to land new jobs.
Two key trends to watch closely:
The job-finding rate has been sliding since mid-2023, and historically, this often means trouble ahead.
Time spent unemployed is stretching out—now averaging over 10 weeks, matching levels last seen during the 2008 financial crisis.
Bottom line: The overall numbers might still look decent, but if we're paying attention to history, these hidden indicators suggest it might be time to brace for some economic turbulence ahead.Keep your eyes open, and let's stay sharp.(Reuters)
Skills Gap Alert: Let's talk about the labor shortage that everyone's feeling right now. We’re still short about 1.7 million workers compared to before the pandemic, and businesses everywhere are struggling to fill roles.
A few key reasons why we’re here:
Early retirements: Over 3 million workers retired early due to COVID, shrinking the workforce and tipping the balance toward an older population overall.
Immigration slowdown: Net international migration is down 76% from peak levels, significantly slowing population growth and reducing available talent.
Childcare crisis: Reliable, affordable childcare is still tough to find. That means fewer working moms returning—about 3.5 million mothers left jobs early in the pandemic, and many still haven’t returned.
Entrepreneurial boom: A record 5.5 million new businesses started in 2023 alone, as people chose entrepreneurship or digital income streams (like social media) over traditional employment.
Savings cushion: Enhanced unemployment benefits and stimulus checks boosted savings, allowing some folks to delay returning to work—though inflation’s now pushing many back into the job market.
Bottom line: Businesses need to get creative, fast. The worker shortage isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, so it's about adapting, innovating, and attracting talent in new ways.Stay sharp and let’s navigate this together.. (US Chamber)
Soft Skills Matter: Employers are prioritizing communication, adaptability, and digital proficiency.The 2025 job market is still pretty wild. Millions are job hunting, but standing out takes more than just applying. Employers are laser-focused on skills-based hiring, which means your traditional resume alone won’t cut it anymore.
If you wanna win, here’s what hiring teams care about right now:
Soft skills: Detail-oriented, clear communicator, adaptable, coachable, and able to thrive both solo and with a team.
Tech-savvy: AI, new software, digital platforms—show you’re adaptable and ready to learn.
And keep an eye on these fast-growing fields with big earning potential:
Home Health & Personal Care Aides (~$33K/year)
Software Developers (~$132K/year)
Medical & Health Services Managers (~$111K/year)
Nurse Practitioners (~$126K/year)
Computer & Information Systems Managers (~$170K/year)
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Counselors (~$54K/year)
Industrial Machinery Mechanics (~$61K/year)
Data Scientists (~$108K/year)
Information Security Analysts (~$120K/year)
Personal Financial Advisors (~$100K/year)
Bottom line: Your skills and adaptability matter most. Craft your resume to show exactly how you match these skills—then back it up with stories of your growth, accomplishments, and career evolution.Stay sharp and keep leveling up. 2025’s yours to win. (Investopedia)
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🎤 Final Mic Drop: Your career isn't just about navigating change . It’s mastering it. Stay proactive, relevant, and confident.
Wednesday, we'll dive deep into specific strategies you can use right now to not just keep up, but confidently leap ahead. See you there!
Let's own this week!
Your Friend,
Jackye