Breaking into Salesforce in 2026 looks very different than it did just a few years ago and pretending otherwise is setting yourself up for frustration.

In this episode, Bradley Rice returns to the Salesforce For Everyone podcast to lay out a realistic, modern roadmap for starting a Salesforce career in today's market. He breaks down what's changed since the hiring boom, why job application systems are fundamentally broken, and what actually works now if you want to land an entry-level Salesforce role.

You'll learn which certification still matters, why LinkedIn is no longer optional, how to get hands-on experience without a job, and why blindly clicking "Quick Apply" is one of the fastest ways to get ignored. This episode is practical, direct, and designed to help you avoid the common traps that stall most aspiring Salesforce professionals.

If you're serious about starting a Salesforce career in 2026 and want clarity instead of hype, this episode is your starting point.

00:00 – Welcome Back & Episode Overview
Bradley explains why the podcast took a break, what's changing going forward, and why now is the right time to talk about Salesforce careers again.

10:10 – The One Certification You Actually Need
Why the Salesforce Administrator certification is still the baseline requirement for entry-level roles.

20:53 – LinkedIn Is Not Optional
Why LinkedIn matters more than resumes, even for introverts, and how it multiplies opportunities.

25:22 – Why Job Application Systems Are Broken
A breakdown of why "200 applicants" doesn't mean what you think it means for employers or candidates.

29:17 – How Networking Actually Gets Interviews
How simple human connections on LinkedIn cut through applicant overload.

32:53 – Getting Hands-On Experience Before Your First Job
Why paid experience is not required and why volunteering often backfires.

45:48 – Applying for Jobs the Right Way
Why Quick Apply hurts you and how to approach applications strategically instead.

Links and Resources:

Find Warren's Integration Roadmap and connect with Warren on LinkedIn! You can also find more at Cloud Code Academy to learn to become a Developer.

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Apply for Free 1:1 Salesforce Career Mentorship

Start Your Salesforce Career w/ The Free 5 Day Challenge at TalentStacker.com/Start

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Links and Resources:

• TrailblazerMentorship.com
• TalentStacker.com/start
• TalentStacker.com/cap
• TalentStacker LinkedIn Page
• Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group

In this exciting episode of the Salesforce for Everyone podcast, we dive into the transformative power of mentorship. Bradley and Anita welcome two special guests: Erin Davies, a recent mentee, and Scott Stafford, a seasoned mentor, who share their inspiring stories from the Trailblazer Mentorship Platform. Together, they explore why mentorship is vital for career growth, how to approach mentor-mentee relationships, and actionable tips for leveraging this powerful resource.

We also discuss the Trailblazer Mentorship Platform—a game-changer for connecting mentors and mentees within the Salesforce ecosystem. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your career, this episode provides invaluable insights into finding the right mentor, overcoming self-doubt, and giving back as a mentor. Plus, Bradley unveils the inaugural Ohana Hero Awards, celebrating extraordinary mentors who go above and beyond.

• 1:10 - Introduction& The importance of mentorship.
• 3:50 - Erin Davies shares her journey from nonprofit work to landing her first Salesforce role with her mentor's guidance.
• 8:20 - Scott Stafford talks about the fulfilling experience of being a mentor and the unique value of giving back.
• 13:15 - What makes a great mentor and how mentees can maximize the experience.
• 22:40 - How to navigate your first mentor-mentee meeting with confidence and purpose.
• 28:15 - The Ohana Hero Awards: Recognizing top mentors in the Salesforce community.
• 47:00 - Encouragement to join the Trailblazer Mentorship Platform and start your mentorship journey.

Mentorship has the power to change lives—for both mentees and mentors. If you're inspired by this episode, visit the Trailblazer Mentorship Platform to find your perfect match. If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave us a review. See you next time!

Links and Resources:

• TrailblazerMentorship.com - Free 1:1 Salesforce Mentorship
• TalentStacker.com/start - Free 5 Day Salesforce Challenge (Beginners)
• TalentStacker.com/cap - Free Career Accelerator Toolkit (Established SF Professionals)
• TalentStacker LinkedIn Page - Follow us on LinkedIn for weekly updates
• Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group - Join our Free Community

If you find yourself applying, applying, applying for jobs but getting no interviews and hardly any responses this episode is for you!

We're going to walk you through how to get WAY MORE interviews in a broken job system. Unfortunately applying for jobs simply doesn't work anymore. In this show you are going to learn industry networking secrets, how to apply for less jobs and get more interviews and incredible job search strategies that can work in almost any industry!

Handy Timestamps:

4:20: How to prepare for a job search?

10:00: How do actually apply for a job?

22:10: Why Volunteering at Dreamin' Events is an incredible networking strategy.

31:39: Why interacting with the same person or company multiple times is important.

35:05: The Google Sheet you need to apply effectively and consistently.

39:25: Someone else landed a job, now's your chance!

47:05: How not to let conventional education hold back your kids.

Links and Resources:

• TrailblazerMentorship.com
• TalentStacker.com/start
• TalentStacker.com/cap
• TalentStacker LinkedIn Page
• Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group

If you had a tough time getting your Salesforce Admin certificate, today's episode featuring two admindevelopers ... erm .... adevelopers ... ok ok, adminevelopers might leave you scratching your head a bit.

Bradley and Anita get the low down from Jennifer Olson and Hillary Fenton on why they decided to become Salesforce Developers on top of being Salesforce Administrators.

Links and Resources:

• Jodi's Audio Series: https://sfadminsuccess.com/listenup
• Jodi's Book: https://sfadminsuccess.com
• Warren's Free Salesforce Developer 101 Course: cloudcodeacademy.com/Everyone

• TalentStacker.com/start
• TalentStacker.com/cap
• TalentStacker LinkedIn Page
• Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group

The Salesforce ecosystem is changing. In the history of Salesforce, this is known as the hardest time to land a job EVER. But is it impossible?

Today's special episode is recorded live from Camp Talentstacker, where Allie McCarron, Keegan McGoldrick, and Amy Morris join us to share their stories of how they stood firm and fought to secure their Salesforce careers. We explore the grit, persistence, and determination needed to weather the certification and job application process and discuss the key things that make you stand out in the job market. When the going gets tough, these people get going.

Handy Timestamps:

3:30: Why Salesforce is still worth it

6:40: Keegan, Allie, and Amy introduce themselves

8:40: Allie's story

11:00: Why you should be building connections, and other things you can do to increase your chances of landing a job

20:40: Keegan's story

29:00: Amy's story

36:40: Brad and the panel's closing thoughts

Links and Resources:

TalentStacker.com/voicemail

TalentStacker.com/start

TalentStacker.com/cap

TalentStacker LinkedIn Page

Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group