Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 55,000 in January while the unemployment rate held at 4.4%, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/11/jobs-report-january-2026-.html

January layoffs are the highest we’ve seen in years. Competition is heavier. Silence after applications is more common. But here’s what most job seekers, from entry level to C-suite are still getting wrong: You are applying you are not positioning. After reviewing hundreds of resumes and speaking directly with hiring managers and executive decision-makers, I can tell you this: 🔎 The issue is rarely “lack of experience. ”It’s usually: • Weak positioning • Generic resumes • No measurable impact • No direct outreach strategy • Applying where 300+ others already applied Whether you are: • A layoff victim trying to recover quickly • An entry-level candidate struggling to break in • A Manager trying to move up • A Director or CEO exploring your next move The strategy must change at every level. Let me ask you something: 👉 What role are you targeting right now? 👉 How many applications have you sent in the past 30 days? 👉 Are you getting interviews — or silence? Drop your role below and challenges you face below. I’ll respond with one strategic shift you should make immediately. Let’s turn “applying” into “getting interviews.”