Follow Demand—and Don’t Skip Networking

[cryptohog]

Not all parts of the job market are equally weak. Economists note that healthcare accounted for nearly 70% of job growth in 2025, while areas like skilled trades, infrastructure, and revenue-critical tech roles remain more resilient. Job seekers who align their transferable skills with these growing sectors improve their odds significantly.

Networking remains just as important as credentials. Experts stress that engaging with professional communities, former colleagues, and industry groups—online or in person—can open doors that applications alone cannot. In a cool labor market, relationships, adaptability, and clear value propositions are often what separate successful candidates from the rest.

[cryptoenthusiast]

networking being more important than applications is annoying but true