Renowned businessman and author Robert Kiyosaki has issued a stark warning about the future of the job market, predicting that even larger waves of layoffs are on the horizon for 2026. In a detailed post on the social media platform X, the Rich Dad Poor Dad author outlined his concerns and provided a blueprint for accumulating wealth during impending financial crises.
Job Market Warning and the 2026 Recession Forecast
Kiyosaki pointed to recent job losses as an early indicator of a deeper economic downturn. He cited the latest ADP National Employment Report, highlighting that 32,000 jobs were lost in November, primarily at major corporations. He expressed greater concern over small businesses cutting 1,20,000 workers during the same period.
According to his analysis, this troubling pattern is just the beginning. Kiyosaki forecasts that "bigger layoffs" will commence in 2026 as the global economy slides into a recession. He urged individuals worried about job security to start preparing immediately and directed them to his "Lesson #4 on how to get richer when the economy crashes."
Kiyosaki's Blueprint for Financial Resilience
For those needing immediate income, Kiyosaki suggested practical steps like using personal vehicles for ride-hailing services such as Uber or Lyft. He emphasized that the ability to sell is a critical, often overlooked skill that becomes paramount during harsh economic times.
His core advice is to identify recession-proof products or business models before 2026. Once the downturn hits, individuals should proactively approach companies and demonstrate how they can help expand the business by increasing sales. He strongly advised against accumulating more student debt, recommending instead that people focus on learning practical, in-demand trades like nursing, electrical work, plumbing, and elderly care, which remain essential in any economy.
Real Estate Collapse and Precious Metals
Kiyosaki made a bold prediction about the property market, stating that both residential and commercial real estate will collapse in 2026. He believes this will create rare, once-in-a-lifetime investment opportunities for prepared investors. "Real estate bargains will float to the surface," he wrote.
To safeguard savings, he urged moving away from what he called the "FAKE $" US dollar. He advocates for investing in tangible assets he expects to appreciate: gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. He singled out silver as the "best and most affordable asset," noting its price was $57 as of December 4, 2025, and predicting it could reach $96 by January 2026.
Network Marketing and the AI Threat
In a related lesson shared earlier, Kiyosaki promoted network marketing as a viable path to build income during a slowing economy. He praised the model for teaching resilience and the crucial skill of one-to-one selling, including how to handle rejection.
He also issued a separate warning about artificial intelligence, stating that AI could eliminate millions of jobs, including those of highly skilled professionals like lawyers, doctors, and actors. His overarching message is clear: the economic landscape is shifting, and adapting one's skills and investments now is key to not just surviving but thriving in the years ahead.
