The new year begins with a clean page, even if the path ahead still feels unclear.

In this short New Year’s Day episode, Brian shares a grounded, encouraging message for anyone starting 2026 without a job, without clarity, or in the middle of a career transition.

No resolutions. No pressure. Just perspective, patience, and a reminder that momentum comes from alignment, not urgency.

Welcome to 2026. Your next chapter is still being written.

The calendar flips to a new year, and you're starting it without a job—but that doesn't mean starting from scratch. This episode delivers your complete 90-day framework for launching a strategic job search powered by AI tools and focused intention. Learn why January is actually the best month to be job hunting, how to build what I call your "Career Capital Portfolio," and the week-by-week action plan that moves you from unclear to undeniable. We'll cover the mindset resets that matter, the AI tools that actually work, and the practical strategies that land offers. This is your roadmap from New Year anxiety to job offer confidence.

Key Takeaways:

• Why January-March is peak hiring season (with specific data on posting increases)
• The Career Capital Portfolio framework: Skills, Stories, Systems
• Week-by-week breakdown of the 90-day job launch plan
• Five AI tools that automate your search while maintaining authenticity
• The networking approach that generates 3-5 quality conversations weekly

Christmas can feel complicated when you’re between roles.

In this short, reflective episode, Brian offers a calm, encouraging message for anyone navigating uncertainty, career transition, or quiet anxiety during the holidays.

No strategies. No pressure. Just perspective, grace, and a reminder that your worth is not defined by your current job status.

Take a few minutes to pause, breathe, and reset.
Your next chapter is still unfolding.