EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 6 MIN
Class of 2026: Navigating the Hiring Reset and Getting Hired Anyway
from The College to Careers Podcast · host efeldmanj
Feeling stuck after graduation isn’t a failure — it’s a hiring reset. This episode explains why entry-level roles have tightened (a “stasis economy”), where hiring is still strong (healthcare and life sciences, AI infrastructure and cybersecurity, renewable energy, and government/infrastructure), and why translating your skills into adjacent industries matters more than changing majors. Learn a practical strategy: add one credible “plus-one” technical or semi-technical skill to become a hybrid candidate, target sectors that are actively hiring, and use resources like MyHECS (JOBS26 coaching and career roadmaps) and the upcoming Empower Coach app to tailor resumes, prep interviews, and map a realistic path forward.
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The College to Careers Podcast Bridge the gap between your degree and your dream job. Are you a student navigating the transition to the professional world, or a mid-career professional feeling stuck in neutral? Hosted by Eliot Feldman, President of Higher Education Consulting Services (HECS), this podcast is your strategic roadmap to professional fulfillment. With over 25 years of experience as an MBA and ICF-certified coach, Eliot deconstructs the complexities of the modern job market. Each episode moves beyond generic advice to provide a ”strategic career mapping” approach, empowering you to become the CEO of your own career. What You’ll Discover: The Fulfillment Formula: Strategies to align your passions with a high-impact career. Insider Access: Interviews with industry leaders and educators on what hiring managers actually look for. Career Transitions: Expert guidance on pivoting industries, including specialized advice for federal employees. Tactical Advice: Master everything from executive presence and leadership to high-level networking. Whether you’re looking to land your first ”big” role or climb the executive ladder, join Eliot to transform your academic and professional potential into a tangible success story. Your career isn’t just a job—it’s a strategy. Let’s start building it.
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