The career path students have been told to follow for decades is changing — and not everyone is being honest about it.

In this episode, Maurie and Jim Beasley unpack what’s really happening in the job market as AI accelerates long-standing shifts in how work operates.

They discuss the disappearance of entry-level jobs, the difference between task-based and judgment-based work, and why both white-collar and blue-collar careers are being reshaped — not replaced.

The conversation also challenges the growing trend of romanticizing trades without acknowledging the long-term physical realities that often come with them.

Most importantly, they offer practical, real-world advice for students trying to figure out what to do next in a world where the path is no longer clearly defined.

If you’re an educator, parent, or student, this episode is for you.