Career Confidence

Women are leaving tech in droves. And according to gender equity expert Emma Jones, this couldn't be happening at a worse time. We're standing at the edge of the AI revolution, the biggest workplace transformation in history, and women are walking away from the very sector that will define the next decade of work. Not because they can't do the job. Not because they lack the skills. But because the system was never designed for them in the first place. In this raw and urgent conversation, I sit down with Emma Jones, founder of Project F and creator of T-EDI Standards (Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Standards for the Technology Sector). Emma has spent over 25 years in technology talent acquisition, working across the UK, US, and Australia, and she's seen firsthand how systemic bias quietly pushes women out of the industry, no matter how talented, driven, or passionate they are. ____________ ✨The Bold Move: Build Confidence & Re-Invent Your Career in the Age of AI✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Emma: 🔵 LinkedIn: Find Emma Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/msjonesinsydney/ ♦️Project F: https://www.projectf.com.au/ 🟣 T-EDI Standards: https://www.tedistandards.com/ ____________ In today’s episode: 🟣 The 1967 Study That Changed Everything: How one flawed research report created the "nerdy guy" stereotype and locked women out of tech for decades. 🟣 It's Not a Pipeline Problem—It's a Drop-Off Crisis: Why women aren't failing to enter tech; they're leaving mid-career because workplaces aren't designed for them to thrive. 🟣 The First Female Engineer Story: Emma shares the heartbreaking moment a talented woman thought she was only hired because she was female—and what that revealed about systemic barriers. 🟣 AI is the Reset We've Been Waiting For: Why women's hesitation around AI isn't weakness—it's wisdom. And why ethical, human-centred AI adoption is women's competitive edge. 🟣 Build Equity Into Your Operating Model: The one change every leader must make to stop women from leaving—and how to hold teams accountable for inclusion. 🟣 Parental Leave as a Systemic Lever: Why equalising parental leave isn't just good for families—it's one of the fastest ways to close the gender gap in tech. 🟣 The T EDI Standards: Australia's first national framework for gender equity in tech—and how it's designed to create accountability at scale. 🟣 Stop Thinking Job Titles, Start Thinking Skills: How to map your transferable skills, future-proof your career, and stay relevant in an AI-driven world. 🟣 Why Women Must Stay in Tech: The next generation needs role models. If you leave now, you're not just walking away from your career—you're closing the door for others.

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Most people think they have until 2030 to figure out AI. According to AI expert Kara Bombell, you might already be too late. The corporate game is over. Job security is dead. And if you're still clinging to your role title instead of building your skill set, you're at serious risk. The era of "work hard, keep your head down, and get promoted" has been replaced by something far more volatile—and far more opportunity-rich for those who act now. In this episode, I sit down with Kara Bombell, co-founder of Ethic AI, who went from COO of a major digital agency to building her own business at the frontlines of the AI revolution. Kara doesn't sugarcoat it: 95% of enterprise organisations are failing at AI implementation, entire management layers are about to collapse, and the women who wait will be left behind. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Kara: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-bombell/ 🤖 Ethic AI: https://www.ethicai.au/ ____________ ✨ What You'll Discover: 🟣 Why Corporate Stability is Over: The loyalty-for-security contract has been ripped up. Kara explains why "job hugging" won't save you and what to do instead. 🟣 The Skills That Will Survive: It's not about learning to code. It's about critical thinking, creativity, orchestration, and the distinctly human edges AI can't replicate. 🟣 The 95% Failure Rate: Why massive enterprises are bombing at AI while medium businesses are thriving—and what that tells you about hierarchy, bureaucracy, and the future of work. 🟣 Map Your Transferable Skills Now: Kara shares how she audited her own day, identified what drained her energy, and built a business around her highest-value work. 🟣 The Co-Founder Advantage: Why going solo is overrated and how partnering with the right person accelerates velocity, accountability, and joy. 🟣 Women Are 25% Behind in AI Adoption: But Kara argues this isn't weakness—it's wisdom. Women's lived experience with ethics and care is exactly what the AI era needs. 🟣 Beyond 2030: What happens when labour is decoupled from profit? Kara gets brutally honest about wealth concentration, government intervention, universal income, and what individuals must do right now. ____________ 🔥 Why This Episode Matters: If you've been waiting for permission to reinvent yourself, this is it. If you've been scared to leave corporate, overwhelmed by AI, or unsure what skills actually matter anymore—Kara delivers the roadmap. She's living proof that you can leap from the safety of a senior role into building something meaningful, future-focused, and aligned with your values. This conversation isn't about fear. It's about agency. It's about stepping into the driver's seat of your career before someone else decides your fate. ____________ ⏰ Time Stamps 00:00 – The fear everyone has about AI (and why most people are already behind) 02:15 – Kara’s unconventional career path: filmmaker → COO → AI founder 05:40 – Why companies are implementing AI wrong (and the hidden cost) 08:12 – The myth of “AI replaces jobs”—what’s really happening inside organisations 10:30 – Job hugging: why corporate stability is officially dead 12:05 – The collapse of middle management & what that means for your career 14:20 – Skills vs job titles: the mindset shift you MUST make now 16:40 – How Kara mapped her transferable skills to pivot into AI 19:10 – Why the dopamine of “busywork” is holding you back 20:30 – The power of co-founders and the new model of work 23:55 – The female advantage in AI (and why more women MUST enter this space) 26:40 – Wealth concentration, governments, and what 2030 may really look like 30:25 – How to build the human skills AI cannot replace 33:40 – Why leaders need to carve out thinking time for their people 36:20 – How Kara’s company, Ethic AI, is preparing organisations for the future 40:10 – AI slop, brand differentiation & the rise of personalised experience 43:00 – The one skill that will decide who thrives in the AI era 46:25 – Philosophy, poetry & critical thinking: why they matter in an AI-driven world 49:15 – Women and AI: the 25% adoption lag and how to close the gap 52:50 – Final message: Why acting now matters more than ever 54:10 – Kara’s call to women: Your lived experience is exactly what AI needs

Everyone is telling you to "learn AI" to save your job. But according to Microsoft’s CTO, that might be the wrong goal. We are entering the era of "AI Agents" and "Digital Twins", a shift that will make the last 2 years of tech changes look slow. If you are still trying to compete by working harder, you are at risk. In this exclusive panel, I sat down with Sarah Carney (CTO, Microsoft ANZ), Wendy Zveglic (Salesforce Signature Success), and Carina Parisella (Chief People Officer, Andromeda Robotics) to strip away the corporate fluff and reveal exactly what is coming for your career in 2026. ________ Get the blueprint to survive the shift in my new book, "The Bold Move": 👉 https://www.theboldmovebook.com ________ In this video, we cover: 🟣 The "Agent" Economy: Why executives are planning to hire AI agents instead of people. 🟣 The "Leasing" Model: Microsoft's prediction that you will "lease" your Digital Twin to employers by 2026. 🟣 Redundancy Reality: Wendy reveals how she was made redundant twice in 24 months (and how she bounced back). 🟣 The "Intern" Trap: Why doing things the "old way" is making you invisible. 🟣 The Verdict: Why "Human Skills" are suddenly the most expensive asset in the room. ________ Timestamps: 0:00 - Cold Open: The Reality of 2026 0:45 - The Wake-Up Call 4:00 - Georgie: "We can't sit this one out" 6:00 - Sarah (Microsoft): From Army Helicopters to CTO 10:00 - Wendy (Salesforce): Reinventing yourself after banking 18:00 - The End of the "Single Player" Career 20:00 - Wendy: "I was made redundant twice in 24 months" 29:00 - Microsoft CTO: "Don't Learn AI" (The Controversial Advice) 31:00 - How to land a top role in 88 days (in your 40s) 37:00 - "I'm not hiring people, I'm hiring Agents" 44:00 - The "Mining Truck" Story: Outcome vs. Process 47:00 - Why men see AI as "Winning" and women see "Cheating" 59:00 - The "Swedish Intern" Story: Why doing it manually is dangerous 1:15:00 - Advice for Gen Z (25-year-olds) entering Tech ________ About this video: This isn't just a discussion about ChatGPT. This is a strategy session on how to position yourself when AI Agents begin replacing technical tasks. Whether you are in leadership, HR, or just starting out, this panel exposes the "Silent Crisis" facing professional women and gives you the roadmap to become unrecognisable in 2026. ________ Connect with Georgie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com

Are you rating your AI skills a 4/10 while your male colleagues rate themselves an 8? 📉 In this episode, we expose the "Good Girl" mindset that is causing women to fall behind in the AI revolution. Drawing on insights from the recent Sisterhood Social panel (featuring leaders from Microsoft, Salesforce, and Andromedia Robotics), we break down why using tools like ChatGPT isn't "cheating"—it's the new baseline for productivity. If you are an ambitious woman in business, the workplace isn't changing in 10 years; it is changing right now. From navigating redundancy to building a personal brand that acts as career insurance, this deep dive covers the exact "Bold Moves" you need to make to stay relevant. ____________ 📚 Order the Book The Bold Move — Build Confidence & Reinvent Your Career in the Age of AI - https://www.theboldmovebook.com WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: - The AI Confidence Gap: Why women downplay their tech skills and how it costs them promotions. - The Redundancy Reality: Lessons from a top executive laid off twice in 24 months (and how she bounced back). - Visibility is Leverage: Why "letting your work speak for itself" is a failing strategy in 2025. - Human Skills: Why empathy and communication are your best defense against automation. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Why AI feels like "Cheating" to women 0:35 - The Sisterhood Social Panel & Book Launch 03:13 - The 4/10 vs. 8/10 Confidence Gap 05:58 - Microsoft CTO’s take: Is AI actually cheating? 08:44 - Navigating Redundancy (It’s not you, it’s the market) 11:40 - Why Soft Skills are the new "Power Skills" 16:55 - Visibility is no longer optional (Personal Branding) 21:11 - Reinvention is a requirement, not a risk 24:50 - Stop waiting: The power of starting before you are ready ____________ 🌀Try Pivotr (AI Career Mentor)Get personalised career roadmaps, skills analysis, and confidence-building tools https://www.pivotr.com ____________ 💜 Connect with Me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard Instagram: https://instagram.com/georgielhubbard Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com

The top 1% of career women aren't just working harder—they're playing an entirely different game. After interviewing over 150 top professionals and helping thousands get hired, I've discovered the exact habits that separate those who plateau from those who accelerate to the top. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ In this episode, I break down the 5 non-negotiable habits that will transform your career trajectory and help you build unshakeable confidence in the age of AI. These aren't generic tips—they're the exact strategies I've seen work for thousands of women, including myself. The 5 Game-Changing Habits: ✨ Treat Confidence Like a Skill, Not a Trait: Why courage comes first, competence second, and confidence third—and how this order changes everything ✨ Invest in Skills & Stay Curious: The habit stacking strategy that turns dead time into learning time (and why curiosity is your career superpower) ✨ Build Your Opportunity Ecosystem: Why 85% of roles are filled through networking and how to make opportunities flow to you ✨ Reinvent Before You're Forced To: The "Old Me vs Bold Me" exercise that helps you disrupt yourself before the market does ✨ Manage Energy Like Currency: Why the top 1% measure performance by how they feel, not just what they produce You'll Also Discover: • The "stretch zone" strategy that accelerates growth • Why waiting to feel ready is career suicide • How to stack learning into the cracks of your day • The networking moves that actually create opportunities • Why your network is your net worth (especially mid-career) • The "Bold Gap" and why discomfort is the price of transformation • Energy management tactics that multiply your performance Perfect for Women Who: • Feel stuck despite working harder than ever • Want to join the top 1% but don't know where to start • Are ready to stop waiting for opportunities and start creating them • Know they need to future-proof their skills but feel overwhelmed • Want practical habits they can implement immediately The difference between average and exceptional isn't talent—it's habits. These five strategies have transformed my career from beauty therapist to tech recruiter to business owner to author and tech founder. They work because they're not about working harder; they're about playing a different game entirely. ____________

Feeling burned out and unproductive? Leadership expert Wendy Cole reveals a little-known 25-year-old research study that shows how teams can boost productivity by 70% with just three simple morning changes. No fancy tools, no complex systems - just a proven protocol that transforms how teams work. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Wendy: ♦️Website: https://www.imastery.com.au 🔵 LinkedIn: Find Wendy Cole on LinkedIn ____________ In this episode, Wendy Cole, a former recruitment executive turned productivity and leadership coach, shares the shocking truth about why most leaders are drowning in meetings and emails - and what to do about it. After 15 years in recruitment and now coaching senior executives, Wendy has discovered what really moves the needle on productivity. What You'll Discover: ✨ The "Quiet Protocol" that delivers 63-70% productivity gains ✨ Why your phone is secretly exhausting you (even when you think you're resting) ✨ How to set boundaries without looking unavailable to your team ✨ The 90-day deliverables strategy that cuts through the noise ✨ Why AI should be your thought partner, not just a task tool ✨ The weekly update hack that gets you noticed by senior leaders The Reality Check: Most professionals switch their attention every 3-6 minutes. Leaders are stuck in back-to-back meetings. Everyone's exhausted but scared to slow down because of job market uncertainty. Sound familiar? Wendy breaks down exactly how to: • Protect your peak energy hours from meeting overload • Use AI as a strategic thinking partner (not just for emails) • Build visibility without burning out • Master the art of not taking things personally while staying sensitive • Create clarity with your team through better communication For Leaders Who Are: • Drowning in meetings and reactive tasks • Feeling pressure to be "always on" and available • Struggling with digital overwhelm and phone addiction • Wanting to lead effectively without sacrificing wellbeing • Ready to work smarter, not just harder Whether you're managing a team or managing yourself, this episode delivers practical strategies you can implement immediately to reclaim your focus, energy, and sanity. ____________ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Wendy's recruitment background 05:30 - The transition from recruitment to leadership coaching 08:45 - What leaders are really struggling with right now 11:00 - Phone addiction and the dopamine trap 15:30 - The Quiet Protocol: 70% productivity boost revealed 20:00 - How to identify and protect your 90-day deliverables 24:00 - Why busy doesn't equal productive 27:00 - Using AI as your thought partner 31:00 - The human skills that matter most 35:00 - Not taking things personally as a superpower 38:30 - Building internal visibility and personal brand 42:00 - Why attention fragmentation is killing your productivity 45:00 - Energy management vs time management 48:00 - Final advice for exhausted leaders

The job market is resetting... fast. AI, hybrid work and global competition are rewriting roles that once felt safe. Most organisations now use AI somewhere in the business; skills in AI-exposed jobs are changing far faster than in other roles, and millions of jobs will be reshaped by 2027. This episode shows you how to stay ahead, not just keep up. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ I’m Georgie Hubbard, author of The Bold Move: Build Confidence and Reinvent Your Career in the Age of AI. After a decade in recruitment and 8 years running my agency, I’m breaking down the 3 shifts you need to future-proof your career: - Reinvent strategically using your transferable skills (stop thinking job titles, start thinking capabilities). - Double down on human skills: confidence, communication, EQ, leadership. - Build an opportunity ecosystem: brand, network, visibility, so roles come to you. If you want to be the 1% who pivot faster, stay relevant, and earn trust in the AI era, this is your roadmap. Chapters 00:00 The big reset (why roles are changing) 00:53 Who I am & why this matters 01:19 Old rules vs the Bold way 02:14 Shift #1: Reinvention (skills ≠ title) 03:46 Find your transferable skills (3 questions) 04:59 Shift #2: Human skills = new currency 06:13 Confidence & communication reps you can do this week 07:51 Adaptability: update yourself, not just your CV 08:18 Shift #3: Build your opportunity ecosystem 10:16 3 simple networking moves (start today) 11:28 Bottom line & next steps 📘 Pre-Order My Book: The Bold Move — Build Confidence & Reinvent Your Career in the Age of AI 👉 https://www.theboldmovebook.com 🎧 Listen to the Career Confidence Podcast: 👉 https://www.georgiehubbard.com/podcast

The AI era is creating unprecedented opportunities for women, but we need to act now. Join me as I sit down with Lisa Teh, multi-founder and author of 'Get Real,' for an unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to thrive as a woman in business today. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Lisa: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisateh/ 📚 Get Real: https://www.amazon.com.au/Get-Real-Stories-Founders-Business/dp/1761451383 ____________ Lisa shares the shocking reality that women drive 85% of consumer spending yet receive less than 2% of venture funding - and what we can do about it. From her journey transitioning from tax into building multiple successful agencies over 10 years, Lisa reveals: ✨ The #1 skill every woman needs to master (and it's not what you think) ✨ Why imposter syndrome hits women harder and how to overcome it ✨ The truth about balancing motherhood and building a business ✨ How she's using AI to scale without losing her sanity ✨ Why your personal brand is your ultimate career insurance ✨ The real reason women struggle to get funding (and how to change it) Lisa gets brutally honest about the challenges of being a female founder - from dealing with inherent bias in funding rounds to managing the 24/7 demands of entrepreneurship while raising a young child. She shares stories from her book featuring 30 diverse female founders worldwide, including one who was told being pregnant would be a 'liability' for fundraising. But this isn't just about the struggles. Lisa breaks down practical strategies for: • Using AI as your personal career coach • Building resilience through strategic rejection • Creating visibility without becoming an 'influencer' • Developing the sales skills that actually move the needle • Future-proofing your career in the age of AI Whether you're considering starting a business, pivoting careers, or simply want to level up in your current role, this conversation delivers the wake-up call and roadmap you need. ____________ Key Takeaways: • Why 'too busy to upskill' is the excuse that will kill your career • How to reframe rejection as your secret weapon • The mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur • Why AI is actually the great equaliser for women • How to build a personal brand that opens doors. If you've ever felt overlooked, underpaid, or stuck on repeat, this episode will help you step into your next level of confidence and clarity. It's time to get real about what it takes to succeed as a woman in this new era of work. ____________ Timestamps 00:00 – Why women need to get real about success 03:00 – Lisa Teh’s journey from tax accountant to founder 07:30 – Confidence, imposter syndrome & visibility 12:30 – Why women struggle to get funded — and how to change that 16:50 – Motherhood, boundaries & redefining balance 21:00 – The AI era: what it means for your career 27:00 – Future-proof skills for women in 2026 and beyond 33:20 – Selling, storytelling & self-belief 40:00 – Reframing rejection and building resilience 49:20 – How to build your personal brand with authenticity 54:30 – Visibility is your new career currency 57:00 – Final thoughts: why your next bold move starts now

70% of professionals experience imposter syndrome, even the most successful ones. In this video, I’m sharing 3 brand-new confidence tricks (plus a bonus one high achievers often miss) that will help you kill imposter syndrome for good. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ These aren’t fluffy affirmations or quick fixes, they’re evidence-based strategies that will help you: ✅ Reframe fear so it becomes fuel, not a barrier. ✅ Build your “evidence vault” to remind yourself you already belong. ✅ Upskill with purpose so you stay relevant, confident, and in control. ✅ And finally, use visualisation to train your mind for success before it even happens. Because imposter syndrome doesn’t show up when you’re playing small. It shows up when you’re growing, stretching, and doing something bold. So if you’ve been doubting yourself lately, this video will help you rebuild confidence, silence self-doubt, and take your next bold move. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – The truth about imposter syndrome 00:31 – Why it shows up when you’re growing 01:06 – Trick #1: Build your evidence vault 02:35 – How to remind yourself you already belong 03:06 – Trick #2: Reframe fear into fuel 04:35 – How to use fear as your green light 05:06 – Trick #3: Upskill to shut down self-doubt 06:25 – The future belongs to the curious 06:18 – Bonus: Visualisation — your daily confidence hack 07:34 – The mindset shift to silence imposter syndrome 07:59 – Your next bold move

Most people think that if they just keep their head down and work hard, someone will notice. But in this new world of work, hard work alone won’t get you promoted anymore. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ In this episode of the Career Confidence Podcast, Georgie Hubbard sits down with career coach Anna Findlay, who went from feeling stuck on a $60K salary to earning over $200K by completely rewiring how she thought about confidence, visibility, and value. Together, Georgie and Anna unpack: ✨ Why quiet achievers get overlooked and how to stop it ✨ The mindset shift that changes everything about how you’re seen ✨ How to build authentic visibility without feeling fake or self-promotional ✨ The real reason women miss out on promotions (and how to fix it) ✨ The skills and strategies you’ll need to stay future-ready in 2026 and beyond If you’ve ever felt undervalued, invisible, or stuck at the same level year after year, this episode will help you step into your power, back yourself, and finally get the opportunities you deserve. 💬 This might just change the way you see your career forever. ____________ 👩‍💼 About Anna Findlay Anna Findlay is a career coach and strategist helping mid-career professional women break free from feeling stuck or overlooked and confidently build the careers they actually want. Once a “quiet achiever,” Anna discovered what really drives career acceleration—personal branding, storytelling, and self-advocacy—transforming her own journey from $60K to $200K in under three years. Through her signature program, Career AccelerateHER, Anna helps women land promotions, pivot with purpose, and finally get paid what they’re worth. 👉 Learn more: https://thecareeraccelerateher.carrd.co 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-findlay/ ____________ 📚 Timestamps 00:00 – Why hard work no longer guarantees promotions 05:00 – Anna’s journey: from $60K to $200K 10:30 – The truth about visibility and value 18:00 – Why women get overlooked (and how to fix it) 30:00 – Building your personal brand with confidence 40:00 – The future of work: skills AI can’t replace 50:00 – How to step into your power in 2026

It’s not too late to change your life before 2025 ends. Most people will finish the year exactly where they started, stuck in routines, drained by distractions, waiting for January to start again. But transformation doesn’t begin with resolutions… it begins now. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ In this episode, Georgie Hubbard, author of The Bold Move: Build Confidence and Reinvent Your Career in the Age of AI, shares the 5 Bold Moves that will help you upgrade your habits, energy, and identity before the year ends — and launch into 2026 unstoppable. The 5 Bold Moves: 1️⃣ Audit Your Life: release what no longer serves you. 2️⃣ Upgrade Your Environment: design spaces that fuel focus and growth. 3️⃣ Do a Digital Reset: clear the noise and reclaim your attention. 4️⃣ Prioritise Energy, Not Just Time: protect your best hours. 5️⃣ Craft Your 2026 Identity Now: decide who you’ll be before the new year begins. These aren’t quick fixes, they’re identity shifts. Because real change doesn’t start in January, it starts in the small, intentional choices you make today. 💡 Listen or watch until the end for a practical reflection to help you commit to your next Bold Move.

Discover the 7 critical factors that actually get you hired in today’s competitive job market! In this episode of the Career Confidence Podcast, host Georgie Hubbard and business partner Pam Caldwell reveal the harsh truth about what hiring managers really look for beyond your resume. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ With over 30 years of combined recruitment experience, they break down insider secrets to ace your interview and secure that job offer. From mastering first impressions to showcasing your human skills, this video is packed with actionable tips to help you stand out. What You’ll Learn: Why your resume alone won’t land you the job How to make a lasting first impression in the first 60 seconds The importance of cultural fit and how to align with company values Why storytelling and emotional intelligence are your secret weapons How to handle pressure and tricky interview questions like a pro The biggest red flags that could cost you the job Practical steps to boost your confidence and soft skills Whether you’re job hunting, preparing for an interview, or aiming for a career pivot, this episode will give you the tools to shine. Don’t miss out—subscribe to the Career Confidence Podcast for weekly career advice and share this video with anyone looking to land their dream job! Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Catching up with Georgie & Pam 4:00 - Why your resume isn’t enough 6:00 - Insight #1: First impressions are made FAST 10:00 - Insight #2: You’re assessed outside the interview room 14:00 - Insight #3: Cultural fit trumps skills 18:00 - Insight #4: Know your resume inside out 22:00 - Insight #5: How you handle pressure matters 26:00 - Insight #6: Coachability is key 30:00 - Insight #7: Human skills are your secret weapon 34:00 - Final thoughts & how to stay ahead

Catie Stringenz was 30, established in nursing management, and absolutely terrified of starting over. Here's why she did it anyway - and how it led to her becoming a Google Cloud Engineer ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Catie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinestrigenz/ ____________ In this episode, Catie breaks down her exact transition process: from taking her first HTML course during lockdown to landing her dream role in cloud engineering. She shares the networking strategies that made all the difference, how she handled countless rejections, and why persistence beats perfection every time. Key Topics Covered: Why Katie's values shifted during COVID and prompted her career exploration The strategic networking approach that led to her first tech job How to leverage transferable skills from healthcare into technology Dealing with rejection and maintaining motivation during career transitions The reality of taking a pay cut for long-term career growth Why the first tech job is the hardest - and how everything changes after that Perfect for listeners who: Are considering a career change but don't know where to start Want to break into tech from a non-technical background Need motivation to persist through job search challenges Are curious about the realities of career transitions If you're ready to stop wondering "what if" and start taking action on your career change, Catie's step-by-step approach shows exactly how it's done.

"The bigger the struggle, the bigger the learning curve and the bigger the opportunities." In today's inspiring conversation, we revisit one of our earlier Career Confidence episodes, one of the most downloaded at the time, as we journey through Mone Vines' remarkable career transformation from Nurse to Cyber Security Specialist. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Georgie: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Mone: 🔗 Connect with Mone on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mone-v-990697146/ ____________ With 13 years in nursing and over half a decade in the Australian Defence Force, Mone's passion for risk management and mitigation found a surprising parallel in the world of cybersecurity. Mone's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and what can be achieved when you have the right people around you. 🎙 In today's podcast 1:20 - How did Mone transition from nursing to a thriving career in cybersecurity? 8:10 - What essential skills did Mone carry from nursing and defence into her cybersecurity career? 17:50 - Discover how Mone masterfully balances career aspirations with family life. Is resilience her secret? 30:30 - Find out how Mone faced the challenge of starting afresh in a new industry. What's her key to success? 32:50 - How can we make the tech industry more inclusive and welcoming for newcomers? Mone's experience might hold the answer. 36:00 - The struggle in the juggle: Mone shares her insights on managing a family, career, and self-care. 41:00 - How does Mone's story inspire us to take responsibility and make things happen in our own lives? Thanks for listening - we would love to hear what you thought of today's episode. If you enjoy these episodes, the #1 you can do to help us grow and keep spreading our mission and message is to hit the subscribe button and give us a rating. I'll see you next week.

Are you afraid of taking the next step in your career? This conversation will completely change how you think about fear. Dr Michelle Gibbings is a globally recognised workplace expert, award-winning author, and former senior executive with 30+ years of leadership experience. Her insight about fear being your career compass (not your enemy) is a game-changer for anyone feeling stuck or uncertain about their next move. In this episode, Michelle reveals why the most successful leaders embrace being uncomfortable, how self-awareness gaps are killing careers, and why waiting for your organisation to develop you is career suicide. If you've ever felt nervous about a presentation, scared about a career change, or uncertain about stepping into leadership, this episode shows you how to reframe those feelings as your secret weapon. ____________ ✨Pre-Order The Bold Move✨ 📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with me: 🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard ♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com ____________ Connect with Michelle: ♦️Website: https://michellegibbings.com 🔵LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellegibbings/ ____________ Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and Michelle's introduction 04:12 - Career defined by love of adventure and choice 05:51 - Why regret scared her more than taking action 09:06 - The meditation retreat decision that changed everything 11:19 - Career and life decisions work hand in hand 13:00 - Learning to listen to your intuition and emotions as data 17:04 - What 30 years in corporate taught her about leadership 20:00 - Why you never know what you're capable of until you do it 22:01 - Bad boss vs ineffective boss - the self-awareness gap 25:17 - The relational focus that transforms leadership 26:25 - Skills leaders need for the next 5-10 years 29:08 - Why AI becomes an equaliser between good and average performers 32:15 - Learning in the cracks for time-poor professionals 36:09 - The importance of boundaries and saying no 38:18 - What Michelle loves about running her own business 43:18 - What professionals are struggling with right now 45:39 - Why you must be the leader of your own career 47:14 - Why fear is actually a good thing ____________ About Michelle: PhD, Chartered Manager, Professional Certified Coach, and author of three globally translated books including "Bad Boss," "Step Up," and "Career Leap." She's worked with major organisations including ANZ, CBA, NAB, Telstra, and Westpac.

Feeling stuck while AI transforms every industry? This episode gives you the exact roadmap to stay ahead. In this solo episode, I break down the 7 essential strategies you need to future-proof your career before AI disrupts your industry. No fluff, no fear-mongering - just practical steps you can take today to position yourself as indispensable in the new economy. Whether you're worried about job security, confused about what skills to learn, or feeling overwhelmed by the pace of change, this episode cuts through the noise and gives you a clear action plan. _____________ PRE-SALE - THE BOLD MOVE: 📚 The Bold Move Book: https://www.theboldmovebook.com _____________ Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com _____________ Key Moments: - Why working WITH AI beats fighting against it - The human skills that become superpowers in an AI world - How to build a skills portfolio that stays relevant - Creating a personal brand without becoming an influencer - Shifting from task-doer to problem-solver mindset - Exploring career pivots before you need them - The curiosity and adaptability mindset for constant change - Old Me vs Bold Me: Which version will you choose? _____________ 7 Ways to Future-Proof Your Career: Learn AI tools and work with technology, not against it Double down on human skills (communication, empathy, leadership) Keep your skills portfolio fresh with monthly learning sprints Build a visible personal brand in your industry Focus on solving problems, not just completing tasks Explore career pivots and transferable skills now Stay curious, adaptable, and embrace continuous learning _____________ Mentioned Tools & Resources: - Super Whisper (voice-to-text AI tool) - Claude AI and ChatGPT for brainstorming - LinkedIn Jobs, Indeed, Seek for career research - Pivotr - AI career mentoring tool (launching soon) _____________ Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome & van life update - book sent to print! 01:24 - Why AI and career future-proofing is the #1 question right now 03:36 - Thank you to Bold Move book presale supporters + bonus details 04:30 - The unique position: hearing from both employers and candidates 05:44 - Way #1: Learn AI - work WITH it, not against it 08:01 - Super Whisper tool example: brain dump to AI for solutions 10:17 - Way #2: Double down on your human skills 11:30 - Why employers now ask for human skills 10x more than before 12:43 - Way #3: Keep your skills portfolio fresh with monthly sprints 14:50 - Way #4: Build a visible personal brand (not influencer level) 16:00 - What are you known for in your organisation? 17:07 - Way #5: Focus on solving problems, not just doing tasks 19:21 - Making yourself redundant in your own business example 21:20 - Way #6: Explore career pivots before you need one 22:00 - Starting with your current strengths and transferable skills 23:44 - From corporate ladder to portfolio career "zigzag" approach 26:06 - Way #7: Stay curious and adaptable - change is constant 27:00 - Being vulnerable: future-proofing my own recruitment business 28:25 - Mindset shift: excitement over fear about the future 29:00 - The only thing stopping you is your own mindset 30:32 - Old Me vs Bold Me: Which version will you choose? 31:30 - One bold action challenge + where to connect

Worried about AI taking your job? This conversation will change how you think about career security forever. Carina Parisella leads AI strategy for 12,000+ technology workers at ANZ Bank. She's witnessing workplace transformation firsthand and has a blunt message: stop waiting for someone else to save your career. In this episode, she reveals why the "too busy to upskill" excuse could destroy your future, how to become strategically "redundant" before AI does it for you, and the mindset shift that separates career survivors from casualties. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pace of change, uncertain about your job security, or guilty about not having time to learn new skills, this conversation is for you. ____________ Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 The Bold Move Book: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Carina: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carinaparisella/ ____________ Key Moments: Career zigzag strategy vs linear career paths Power skills that matter more than technical expertise Why "too busy to upskill" is an excuse that kills careers How to ruthlessly prioritise learning when time-poor ANZ's AI literacy program for 55,000 employees worldwide Inside AI immersion centres and prompt engineering training Why you can't wait for leaders to provide all the answers Using ChatGPT as your personal career advisor The difference between mentors and sponsors in your career How to get sponsors without directly asking for them Barack Obama's advice on being memorable at work Why quiet quitting days are over for job security Building a growth mindset through feedback and self-awareness Dealing with imposter syndrome at every career level Know enough to be dangerous philosophy for the AI era ____________ Timestamps:

Feeling stuck in your career? Worried that your skills won't transfer to a new industry? Think it's too late to make a major career change? This episode will completely shift your perspective on what's possible. For the first time ever, I'm sharing my personal career pivot story - how I went from running spa treatments to becoming a top-performing technology recruiter with zero tech background. If you think beauty therapy and tech recruitment have nothing in common, you're about to discover why that thinking is holding you back from your next bold move. I'll walk you through my exact 4-step Bold Pivot Formula that took me from feeling completely out of my depth in a group interview to becoming the top consultant at my agency. This isn't just theory - it's the proven framework I used to completely reinvent my career, and it's the same formula that's worked for thousands of career changers. Whether you're facing industry disruption, feeling unfulfilled in your current role, or just ready for something completely different, this episode gives you the roadmap to make it happen. _______________ 📚 The Bold Move Book - Available for Presale: Presale here: https://www.theboldmovebook.com _______________ 🎙️ Connect with Georgie: 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🤖 Early access to Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com _______________ What You'll Learn in the Episode: The Bold Pivot Formula: My 4-step framework for successfully changing careers (Begin where you are, Opportunities open to you, Learn what you need, Do the work) How to identify your transferable skills and package them for a completely different industry Why your "irrelevant" experience might be exactly what makes you stand out in your target field The mindset shift that turns imposter syndrome into your competitive advantage How to research new industries and have conversations that open doors to opportunities Why being "prepared to suck" is essential for career growth and confidence building The exact steps I took to transition from beauty therapy to tech recruitment with no prior experience How to tailor your CV and interview approach when you don't tick all the boxes Why the playing field has never been more level for career changers in the age of AI How courage builds competence, which builds confidence (not the other way around) _______________ ⏱️ Episode Timeline: 07:00 - Why presales matter for The Bold Move book (and what's included in the incredible presale offer) 12:00 - Introduction to the Bold Pivot Formula and why career reinvention is inevitable 15:00 - My backstory: From beauty school to working spas across the globe 17:00 - Step 1: Begin Where You Are - How to identify your hard and human skills 19:00 - Step 2: Opportunities Open to You - Using job sites and networking to explore possibilities 21:00 - How I tailored my CV to match recruitment job requirements using transferable skills 23:00 - The bold move that got me the interview (and why calling directly works) 26:00 - Step 3: Learn What You Need - Preparing for the knowledge gaps 28:00 - Step 4: Do the Work - Why being prepared to suck is essential for growth 30:00 - How I went from fumbling calls to becoming the top performer in 18 months 32:00 - Why this is the perfect time for career pivots in the age of AI _______________ Key Career Pivot Insights: 🌀 On Transferable Skills: "I literally just treated it like any other client call that I'd had in beauty... my transferable skills, the skills that I had acquired from beauty, from that industry, translated beautifully into technology recruitment." ⏰ On Timing and Opportunity: "This is the unfair advantage now, right? Like no one's got 10 years in software engineering. No one's got 20 years in AI... The level playing field has never been so level in my entire career." 🌱 On Building Confidence: "You don't wait until you feel ready. You don't wait until you feel confident. You first and foremost have to have courage because courage then builds competence. And once you start having the competence, you then build confidence." 🔸 On Embracing the Learning Curve: "Anytime you make a pivot or anytime you go to do something new, you're going to have to be prepared to suck a little... through these courageous actions that you take, that's what builds confidence." 🎯 On Taking Action: "The answer to life isn't just coasting and feeling comfortable and never pushing ourselves to do anything better... I wanted to make this work. So I did everything in my power to make it work."

Feeling stuck in your career? Think it's too late to make a change? Meet Jane Jackson, who proves that career reinvention is not only possible but can lead to extraordinary success. From flight attendant at 17 to Nike-sponsored athlete to successful career coach at 40, Jane's journey through 5 career changes and 5 country moves will completely shift how you think about career progression. After moving countries with teenage daughters, and rebuilding her entire professional life from scratch, Jane discovered the frameworks that help thousands of professionals navigate successful career transitions. In this episode, you'll discover why your "messy" career path might actually be your greatest asset, how to identify your transferable skills, and the exact steps to reinvent yourself at any age. If you've ever felt like your career journey doesn't follow the traditional playbook, this conversation will be your roadmap to freedom. ___________________________ Connect with me 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 Early access to Pivotr (AI Career Mentor): https://www.pivotr.com ___________________________ Connect with Jane Jackson 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson/ 🔸 Website: https://janejacksoncoach.com/ ___________________________ 💡 What You'll Learn About Career Transition: - How to successfully reinvent your career at any age (Jane's 5 career changes prove it's possible) - The career anchor method: discover what truly drives your career decisions - Why non-linear career paths are actually an advantage in today's job market - How to identify and leverage your transferable skills across industries - The values assessment technique that reveals why you feel unsatisfied at work - Jane's framework for navigating major life transitions while building career success - How to turn crisis moments into career opportunities and growth - The self-belief strategies that overcome imposter syndrome and career doubt - Why resilience and adaptability are the most valuable career skills for the future - Practical steps for career pivoting when you feel completely lost ___________________________ ⏱️ Career Transition Timeline: 05:00 - Jane's incredible career journey: from flight attendant to career coach 08:00 - The pivotal moment at 40: how personal crisis led to career breakthrough 12:00 - From Korean Airlines cabin crew to Nike-sponsored fitness champion 15:00 - The ultimate career reinvention: moving countries, divorce, and starting over 18:00 - The childhood experience that built Jane's resilience and adaptability 23:00 - How tough times create the skills needed for successful career transitions 25:00 - The career anchor framework: finding what truly drives your decisions 28:00 - Georgie's struggle: balancing ambitious career goals with personal fulfillment 32:00 - Jane's advice for managing the "two sides" of professional ambition 35:00 - Why values alignment is crucial for career satisfaction and success 40:00 - The reality of career transitions for women: timing, family, and financial independence 44:00 - How to stay relevant in an AI-driven job market through continuous learning 48:00 - The transferable skills framework: identifying what makes you valuable anywhere 52:00 - Overcoming self-limiting beliefs and building unshakeable career confidence 56:00 - The power of accomplishment-based resumes and personal branding ___________________________ 📝 The Bottom Line: Your career doesn't have to follow a linear path to be successful. Jane Jackson's story proves that career reinvention is not only possible at any age, but that the skills you develop through life's challenges become your greatest professional assets. Whether you're feeling stuck, facing redundancy, or simply questioning your career direction, the key is gaining clarity on your values and career anchor, then taking strategic action to move toward work that truly fulfills you. Stop waiting for the "perfect" time or the "right" opportunity. Your messy, non-linear career path might be exactly what prepares you for extraordinary success. The most important step is the first one – and it's never too late to take it.