Job Search 2026: Trends, Tips and Strategies

Time: Dec 18, 2025 10:15 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81990736845?pwd=Wg1C2wPTHm5piyB8QLeBm2suJokqoO.1
Place: Saratoga Federated Church, 20390 Park Place, Saratoga, CA 95070 United States
Overview of Topic:
What does 2026 look like for the job seeker? Will AI replace jobs? Will companies still be still be hiring or focusing more on layoffs?
In this presentation, we’ll take a look at job seeker trends, job market trends, industries to target, and jobs projected to be in demand In addition, we’ll discuss what we know about employability skills employers will be looking for and how to identify and protect yourself from job search scams
Speaker’s Bio:
Pat Cross has over 15 years’ experience providing practical, useable information
and support to professionals in job search. She’s worked with all levels from individual contributors
to senior management and across industries including high tech, healthcare, and manufacturing. She
is currently a Senior Career Coach at Bravanti, maintains a private practice, and conducts job search
webinars for OnCareer Success. Pat holds a BA in Psychology from Marymount Manhattan College an MA Ed from Washington University.
Physical Venue:
The entrance to Richard’s Hall at SFC is near the intersection of LG Saratoga Rd and Oak Place.
Saratoga Federated Church
20390 Park Place
Saratoga, CA 95070 United States
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