Per My Last Email Job Kissing, AI Slop, and Our Work Life Predictions for 2026
Feb 9, 2026
They predict how slight imperfections will become a signal of human effort in an AI-saturated workplace. They discuss a premium on explaining business impact and new hiring signals like trial contracts. A coined term, “job kissing,” describes renewed performative loyalty. They also debate which careers may morph or vanish by 2026 and how career growth could slow.
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Use Casual Signals To Stand Out
- Start leaning into informal, human signals to stand out from perfect AI outputs.
- Consider using more casual language or small imperfections to demonstrate personal effort.
Credentials And Networks Reclaim Value
- Degrees, networks, and past experience will regain importance as verification heuristics.
- Hiring will rely more on human trust signals because AI makes applicant claims harder to verify.
Prepare For Trial Hires
- Expect more trial hires and short paid trials to de-risk recruiting decisions.
- Build relationships and be prepared for short evaluation periods to prove fit quickly.