The most important career skill to build in 2026

The end of the year is the perfect time to take stock of where you are, what you’re good at, and what you want to develop in the new year. The job market continues to be intense and competitive, so you’re wise to consider hiring trends and how you can best prepare and set yourself apart.

There is one skill that tops the list for getting the job, building your career, and becoming indispensable: resilience.  

Resilience has many forms. At a general level, resilience is about adaptability...