Impact Theory · November 3, 2026 · 59m 11s

I've Done 1,500 Interviews — Here's Why Gen Z Can't Get Hired

Tom Bilyeu examines the toughest hiring landscape Gen Z has faced, breaking down why meaningful work feels out of reach. The episode addresses ghost job postings, AI-driven hiring standards, and the declining value of degrees. Bilyeu argues that developing real, marketable skills matters far more than accumulating credentials, and offers strategies for standing out in a market that feels stacked against applicants.

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Ghost Job Postings Are Flooding the Market

Gen Z job seekers are applying to positions that don't actually exist, making the search process feel like shouting into the void.

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AI Is Raising the Bar for What Gets Noticed

Artificial intelligence has created brutal new standards in hiring, changing how applications are screened and evaluated.

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