Even Santa is feeling the job market this year

🎅 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿🎄

That’s right — according to a recent CBS News report, the number of store Santa job listings is down about 35% compared with last year. Employers are hiring fewer Santas, mall budgets are tighter, and more families are skipping in-person visits in favor of online holiday moments. 👀 CBS News

But here’s the interesting twist: the median hourly wage for Santa gigs has gone up — not because everyone’s suddenly rich, but because only the most qualified (real beard and all) are getting hired. CBS News

🧠 Career truth bomb
Just like Santa’s seasonal hustle, our careers don’t just happen — they evolve with the market. Some roles shrink, others grow, and skills matter more than ever. Being first in line doesn’t always win — being prepared does. 💼

So whether you’re hunting for your next role or considering a pivot, remember this:
👉 Demand shifts.
👉 Expectations change.
👉 And showing up ready to deliver value always helps you stand out. 💡

If Santa needs to level up his resume (and beard game 😄) to stay competitive… imagine what you might need to do in your career.

If you’d like, we can hop on a quick call and I can walk you through how I can help. Book a chat with Matt at https://calendly.com/mjwcareers 💼 and get you some “Matt Magic” in the new year!