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October 26, 2026

Interview Coffee: Should You Bring It to a Job Interview?

Is interview coffee a red flag? Learn what recruiters think about iced coffee at a job interview, the coffee cup test, coffee chats and video calls.

An international job seeker searching for work in the United States from abroadJob Market Trends
October 26, 2026

The US Job Queue Doesn't Look Like the H-1B Debate [2026 Study]

JobLeads studied 41 countries of job seekers targeting the US. The jobs they want pay less than the proposed H-1B fee–see who's really applying.

A candidate reviewing the benefits and perks section of a written job offerCareer Development
October 25, 2026

10 Non-Salary Negotiable Items to Ask for in a Job Offer

The salary is final, but the offer isn't. Here are 10 non-salary negotiable items to ask for in a job offer, from remote work to a sign-on bonus.

A professional at a desk weighing a job offer that pays less than their current roleCareer Development
October 23, 2026

Is It Worth Taking a Pay Cut for a New Job? 5 Steps to Decide

Is taking a pay cut for a new job worth it? Compare total pay, count what you'd save and run a quick check to see how much pay cut is too much.

A contract worker at a desk reviewing the terms of a contract-to-hire offerJob Search
October 23, 2026

Contract to Hire: What It Means and Is It Truly Worth It?

What does contract to hire mean? Learn how it works, how pay and benefits compare to direct hire, and how to turn it into a permanent role.

A job seeker standing at a table reading a job posting on a laptopJob Market Trends
October 21, 2026

Unrealistic Job Requirements Aren't Why No One Applies [Study]

JobLeads analyzed 1.4M US job ads. Jobs that get clicks but no applications don't ask for too much. They're just vague about what they need.

A job seeker arriving at a workplace reception area for a part-time shiftJob Market Trends
October 20, 2026

Part-Time Job Interest Tripled While Side Hustles Faded [2026 Study]

JobLeads data across six countries shows part-time job clicks tripling since 2024 in the US, even as survey data shows fewer Americans have side hustles.

A job seeker reviewing a long list of submitted job applications on a laptopJob Market Trends
October 13, 2026

How Many Applications Does It Take to Get a Job? [2026]

JobLeads studied responses from thousands of job seekers on their application process. Learn the real number behind how many applications it takes.

A remote job seeker reviewing a suspicious job offer on a laptop at a home deskJob Search
October 13, 2026

Remote Job Scams: How to Spot the 10 Warning Signs

Remote job scams cost Americans over half a billion dollars in four years. Here are the 10 most common tactics and how to spot and report each one.

A job seeker checking an empty inbox while waiting for a reply after an interviewJob Interviews
October 08, 2026

Ghosted After an Interview? What It Means & Next Steps

Ghosted after an interview? Learn what silence really means, how long to wait, what email to send as a follow up, and when to move on.

A tradesperson and a lawyer at work, representing industries with very different levels of AI presence in job adsJob Market Trends
October 07, 2026

What Jobs Are Safe From AI? What 8.3M Job Ads Reveal

Are any jobs really safe from AI? JobLeads checked 8.3M US job ads across six supposedly safe industries. Mostly yes, but the exceptions are revealing.

An executive search consultant reviewing candidate profiles for a senior leadership roleJob Search
October 05, 2026

Best Executive Headhunter Firms [+ Top Picks for Job Seekers]

Check out the top executive headhunter firms and best headhunters for job seekers. Discover pros and cons of each agency as well as how to work with headhunters.