"The job market looking ahead to 2026 is changing at breakneck speed. Degrees are no longer a guarantee of career success or six-figure earnings. Skills, on the other hand, are priceless and non-negotiable. They're the new currency of work in 2026 and beyond. In fact, according to a recent report by Coursera, about 96% of hiring managers prioritize practical skills and evidence of them, such as certifications, saying this strengthens your job application."
"FlexJobs just released their quarterly Remote Work Index for Q3 2025. Their findings from analyzing job market data from July to September revealed that for remote work, there were three roles that appeared to have the most job postings and paid salaries in excess of $100,000 as well, according to salary benchmark data. These jobs included: Senior software engineer (average salary $130,700) Account executive (average salary $100,143) Project manager (average salary $146,852)"
Skills and certifications are becoming the primary currency of work by 2026, overtaking degrees as reliable predictors of career success and earnings. About 96% of hiring managers prioritize practical skills and evidence such as certifications when evaluating candidates. Remote work, AI, and digital transformation are expanding demand for high-income skills that can yield $100,000-plus salaries without a degree. FlexJobs' Q3 2025 Remote Work Index identified senior software engineer, account executive, and project manager roles with average salaries above $100,000. A selection of nine free certificates aligned to these roles can boost hireability and increase salary or freelance rates.
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