How Students Are Preparing for an Uncertain Job Market

Graduation used to feel like the beginning of the rest of our lives. For many young people entering the workforce today, it feels more like standing at the edge of uncertainty.

John Branam has spent more than 30 years helping first-generation and low-income students navigate college, careers, and the leap into adulthood. But lately, he’s watching more and more young people do everything “right” ( earn the degree, build the résumé, send hundreds of applications) and still struggle to land that first opportunity.

In this episode, we talk about why entry-level jobs seem to be disappearing, how AI is reshaping early-career work, and why networking matters more than ever in a crowded hiring market.

We also get into the emotional side of starting out: the fear, the pressure, the hustle, the challenge of building a life in an unstable world.

Along the way, John shares practical advice for students and young workers trying to get their footing. From building networks and using LinkedIn strategically to embracing nonlinear career paths and learning how to “choose your hard.”

Thanks to John Branam for joining us.

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