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A Welcome Surprise For The U.S. Job Market

Could the latest jobs report be a breath of fresh air for job seekers? U.S. […]

The Ultimate Guide to Remote Work & Travel (10 Tips)

Many of us dream of escaping the confines of the physical office and instead making […]

How To Banish Burnout With Intention This Summer

More than 60% percent of American workers experience burnout, according to research by Moodle. Summer is a […]

How to Make a Resume: Beginner’s Writing Guide with Examples

Your resume is arguably the most important financial document you’ll ever own. And before you […]

From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Why More CRE Professionals Are Leaving BigFirms to Build Their Own

In today’s commercial real estate (CRE) landscape, a clear shift is underway. Increasingly, seasoned professionals […]

How to Write a Must-Open Cold Email

When to Send a Cold Email About a Job Opportunity If you want to connect […]

What Companies Mean When They Say “Don’t Use AI in Your Job Applications”

It’s a confusing time to be a job seeker right now: While artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming […]

30+ Behavioral Interview Questions to Prep For (With Sample Answers!)

Interviews can be high stakes. However, some interview questions can actually be fun. Not in the zany-but-realistically-kind-of-stressful […]

Millennial Doesn’t ‘Believe’ in Work-Life Balance, Shares Eye-Opening Take

A businesswoman who shared her thoughts about work-life balance has sparked a conversation after she […]

The “Perfect Candidate” Might Be Costing You Great Hires

In today’s commercial real estate hiring market, companies can afford to be selective. But there’s a difference between being selective and searching for someone who may not actually exist. We’re seeing increasingly specific wish lists: the right asset class, exact years of experience, experience at a certain type of firm, the right software, local market […]

Employers Are Optimistic. Job Seekers Aren’t. Here’s Why the Job Market Feels So Broken

At the end of 2025, there were nearly 1 million more unemployed people than available jobs. Not counting the pandemic, it’s the biggest gap since 2017. Unsurprisingly, it’s fueling a level of uncertainty many workers haven’t experienced before. “I’ve been doing this work for 33 years, and this is the most volatile and unpredictable job […]

How to be Resourceful: Building Your “Figure It Out” Muscle

What do you do when you run into a problem you can’t immediately solve? Or a task you don’t know how to do? Do you wait for instructions, or do you start working your way toward a solution? This is the essence of what it means to be resourceful. Instead of waiting for help to […]

The Most In-Demand Commercial Real Estate Roles in Southern California Right Now

Over the past few years, the commercial real estate industry has faced no shortage of challenges. Rising interest rates, shifting capital markets, changing workplace trends, and economic uncertainty have all influenced hiring decisions across the industry. Yet despite these headwinds, we’re continuing to see strong demand for talented professionals throughout Southern California. At Building Careers, […]

How to Overcome Change Fatigue

Change fatigue happens when you’re dealing with too much change for too long. It can look a lot like ordinary stress on the surface. You may find yourself unusually irritated by small inconveniences. Tasks that once felt manageable suddenly require enormous effort. Your patience gets shorter, your focus slips, motivation disappears. Even small or positive […]

The Career Skills AI Can’t Replace, According To AMD CEO Lisa Su

At a time when many professionals are worried that artificial intelligence could short circuit their careers, Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su has offered a bigger-picture perspective about the critical role humans will continue to play despite major technological advancements. In a recent commencement speech at her alma mater MIT, Su—who came in at No. 10 on Forbes’ 2025 […]

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