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Your Future in Sales & Marketing
A podcast that can help you make great decisions to get the most out of your Sales & Marketing career.
In this podcast, Your hosts from [axr]’s specialist sales and marketing recruitment team will introduce you to the [axr] network of established senior leaders, and a handpicked group of future aspiring leaders who have it all in front of them.
You’ll learn what it’s like in the top job and how to get there.
You can also expect bonus career episodes on how to work with recruiters, write a resume and smash an interview, as well as our very popular market updates.
It’s the podcast that has it all. You just can’t get this career advice anywhere else!
Your Future in Sales & Marketing
Episode 136: Talent Wrap 2026: Hiring, Careers & What’s Coming Next
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In this special Talent Wrap episode of Your Future in Sales and Marketing, Andrew and Ben look ahead to 2026 and unpack what’s next for sales and marketing professionals.
From evolving hiring trends to shifting employer expectations, they share their predictions on how the talent market is set to change - and what that means for both businesses and individuals. The conversation explores the broader market forces shaping recruitment, including economic conditions, business confidence, skills shortages, and the growing demand for adaptability in commercial roles.
Andrew and Ben also dive into how career pathways are evolving, what high-performing candidates will need to stand out, and how organisations can position themselves to attract and retain top talent in an increasingly competitive landscape.
If you’re hiring, job hunting, or simply planning your next career move, this episode offers practical insight into what 2026 could hold - and how to get ahead of it.