AI Isn't the Real Job Killer: What's Really Behind Entry-Level Cuts

While headlines often blame AI for job cuts, especially at the entry level, experts argue it's mostly a scapegoat. The real culprits? Pandemic-era talent hoarding, rising interest rates, and declining investor capital. Companies over-hired during the boom and are now correcting, not replacing workers with bots. For junior job seekers, this means the market is tough but not because of AI—focus on building skills and networking to stand out.