Being told you’re the perfect candidate… only to never hear back again.
Being hyped up in interviews… then completely erased.
Being asked to “stay positive” while the job market quietly falls apart.

In this unfiltered Girlie Ladies conversation, Sonji and KJ break down the growing reality of ghosting and gaslighting in today’s job market, from unprofessional recruiters and endless interview loops to the emotional and mental toll this takes on both seasoned professionals and recent graduates.

They talk candidly about:

• Being praised in interviews that lead nowhere
• How HR and talent acquisition have fundamentally changed
• Why companies interview externally when they plan to hire internally
• The mental health impact of false hope and prolonged silence
• Why people are holding onto jobs “for dear life”
• What smart financial survival looks like heading into 2026

This episode isn’t about complaining. It’s about naming what’s happening, validating lived experiences, and asking the most important question:

What’s the plan when the system stops working the way it used to?

If you’ve been ghosted, strung along, or made to feel disposable in your job search, you’re not alone. And this conversation is for you.

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The job search experience has changed, and not for the better.

In this episode of the Girlie Ladies Podcast, KJ Brewer and Sonji Cosby unpack the harsh realities of today’s job market. From fake job postings on LinkedIn and Indeed to interview ghosting and misleading recruiters, this conversation exposes what many companies and platforms won’t tell you.

They share real experiences with paid resume services that didn’t deliver, the emotional toll of constant rejection, and why job sites feel more like social media than real hiring platforms. If you’ve ever felt ignored, misled, or frustrated while trying to find work, this episode is for you.

This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about what’s broken and what job seekers deserve instead.

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In this episode, the Girlie Ladies dive into the realities of today’s unstable job market at a moment where layoffs are rising, promotions are stalling, new graduates are struggling to get hired, and workers across all ages feel increasingly vulnerable.

KJ Brewer and Sonji Cosby share personal stories, recent trends, and heartfelt reflections on what it means to navigate a workplace climate where no one feels truly safe. They explore everything from ageism and career pivots to the pressure on young adults, the rise of specialized skills, trade programs, certifications, and the growing need for side hustles and financial resilience.

This conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and real-world insight for anyone trying to stay afloat, reinvent themselves, or find purpose in a rapidly changing employment landscape.

Topics we discuss:
• The emotional impact of sudden layoffs
• Why even experienced workers are being overlooked
• The challenges facing recent college graduates
• The importance of specialization and technical skills
• Trade school careers and the return of hands-on professions
• How AI is reshaping job security and opportunity
• Side hustles, skill-building, and preparing for an uncertain future
• The global trend of Americans seeking work abroad

Whether you're rebuilding, rethinking, or just trying to survive in this job market, this episode will remind you that you're not alone and that there are paths forward.

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Visit our website: https://girlieladies.com/

Follow Girlie Ladies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GirlieLadies/

Follow KJ Brewer: https://www.instagram.com/TheKJBEffect/

Follow Sonji Cosby: https://www.instagram.com/SonjiCosby