Career Confidence

Only 22% of AI roles are held by women. Only 18% of AI researchers are women. Only 14% of senior executive roles in AI are held by women.

If women aren't in the room, we're not shaping the future. And if we're not part of the conversation now, we're going to be left behind. Again.

This is the first episode of a brand new series called AI Ready Women, where I sit down with Lou Compagnone, Director of Artificial Intelligence at Datacom, to talk about the signals you need to be paying attention to, what's happening in AI right now, and what it actually means for you.

This isn't fear mongering. This isn't doom and gloom. This is a brutally honest conversation about representation, opportunity, and why women are avoiding AI at a 25% lower rate than men. And what we must do about it.

Because the future belongs to the women who are ready for it. And I want to make sure that's you.

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🟣 Want to Work With Me?

The 60 Day Bold Move Career Accelerator: https://www.georgiehubbard.com/bold-moves

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✨Grab the Book

📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com

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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

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Connect with Lou Compagnone:

🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loucompagnone/

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What You'll Discover:

🟣 Why women are adopting AI at a 25% lower rate than men, and the three beliefs holding us back: ethics, judgment, and fear of workplace penalties.

🟣 The Time Magazine Person of the Year cover that perfectly captured the problem

🟣 Why 85% of the jobs most at risk from AI displacement are held by women, and what that means for clerical, administrative, and contact centre roles.

🟣 The mindset shift from "Am I cheating?" to "How can AI help me?" and why that question changes everything.

🟣 How AI is a democratising technology that allows you to use natural human language to access technological capabilities, no coding required.

🟣 Why human skills are your superpower.

🟣 The exact ways Lou and I are using AI every day to save hours, streamline workflows, and free up time for the work that actually matters.

🟣 Why companies are now hiring for human skills first, technical skills second.

🟣 If women aren't shaping AI, we're not shaping the future. And we cannot afford to sit this one out.

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Why This Episode Matters:

I've worked in tech recruitment for 14 years. I've seen how women get left out of conversations. I've seen how patterns repeat. And I refuse to let it happen again with AI.

This is the most important technology shift of our lifetime. And if we're not part of it, we will be left behind. Not because we're not capable. But because we've been programmed to think it's not for us.

This series is about changing that narrative. This is about empowerment, representation, and making sure you have the tools, the confidence, and the community to thrive in the age of AI.

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Your Next Step:

If this episode resonated with you, reach out to Lou and me on LinkedIn. Let us know your biggest takeaway. Share a signal you've been noticing. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover next.

And if you know an incredible woman working in AI, tech, or digital who should be on this podcast, send us her name. We want to amplify women's voices. We want representation. We want you in the room.

The future belongs to the women who are ready for it.

Let's make sure that's you.

Georgie 💜

40% of Block's workforce. Gone. Just like that.

This isn't a headline from the future. This happened this week. And the reason? AI.

In the same week, Wise Tech Global laid off 2000 staff, and if you think this is isolated, you're not paying attention. This is the signal. This is the wake-up call. And if you're still playing by the old rules, sending generic CVs, waiting to be chosen, relying on outdated strategies, you will get left behind.

But here's the truth: AI doesn't have to take your job. Not if you start positioning yourself correctly. Not if you start packaging yourself for the future. Not if you start building visibility and leverage now, before you need it.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact strategies you need to future-proof your career in the age of AI. This isn't about fear. This isn't doom and gloom. This is about empowerment. Because while there's uncertainty, there's also unprecedented opportunity, but only if you know how to position yourself for it.

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🟣 Want to Work With Me?

The 60 Day Bold Move Career Accelerator: https://www.georgiehubbard.com/bold-moves

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✨Grab the Book

📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com

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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

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What You'll Discover:

🟣 Why the Block layoffs are a signal you cannot ignore, and what it means for your career right now.

🟣 Why 85% of jobs are filled through networks, not job boards, and how to leverage your connections before you need them.

🟣 The NET Framework: Name your people. Engage with value. Turn relationships into opportunities.

🟣 How to transform your CV from a historical document into a strategic positioning tool that speaks to both AI systems and human decision makers.

🟣 Your CV now has to do two things at once, be scannable for AI and compelling for humans. I break down exactly how to do both.

🟣 Why quiet excellence is no longer enough. How to build a reputation that travels without you and makes you discoverable before you need to be.

🟣 The exact mindset shift that separates women who get left behind from women who thrive in the age of AI.

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Your Next Step:

If this episode resonated with you, reach out to me on LinkedIn or Instagram and let me know what you're learning right now. What AI tools are you experimenting with? How are you positioning yourself for the future?

The future belongs to the women who are ready for it.

Let's make sure that's you.

Georgie 💜

You've got the experience. You've got the skills. You've put in the years.

But here's the uncomfortable truth: if you're not actively positioning yourself for the future, you're quietly becoming invisible.

The world of work is changing faster than most professionals realise. AI is reshaping every industry. Jobs are being filled through networks, not job boards. And the women who are waiting until they need a new role to start building leverage? They're the ones who are going to be left behind.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the five most common career mistakes I see women make—and exactly how to fix them. Because the truth is, most of us are playing by outdated rules. We're relying on resumes that aren't AI-ready. We're not networking strategically. We're not positioning ourselves for the future. And we're waiting until we're desperate to make a move.

That ends today.

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🟣 Want to Work With Me?

Enrollment for my 60-Day Bold Career Accelerator is closing soon. This is the exact blueprint I use to help women take back control of their careers, build leverage, and become the person every company wants to hire. If you're ready to stop waiting and start positioning yourself for the future, send me a DM on LinkedIn or Instagram and let's see if this is the right fit for you.

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✨Grab the Book

📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com

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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

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What You'll Discover:

🟣 Mistake #1: No Clarity – How to get crystal clear on what you actually want so you stop chasing the wrong opportunities.

🟣 Mistake #2: No System for Networking – I share the exact approach that landed one of my clients her dream role in three weeks, without ever applying.

🟣 Mistake #3: Positioning for the Past, Not the Future – How to become a job researcher, not a job seeker, and position yourself for the future of work.

🟣 Mistake #4: Your Packaging Isn't AI-Ready – I break down exactly what needs to change so opportunities start coming to you.

🟣 Mistake #5: Waiting Until You Need a Job – You must stay visible, stay relevant, and stay in demand, because the worst time to start is when you have no choice.

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Your Next Step:

If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to fix these mistakes, reach out to me. Send me a message on LinkedIn or Instagram. Let's talk about how we can work together to position you for the career you actually want.

And if you haven't grabbed a copy of The Bold Move yet, now is the time. Everything we've covered in this episode, and so much more, is in the book.

The future belongs to the women who are ready for it.

Let's make sure that's you.

With Confidence

Georgie 💜

Careers are no longer ladders. They're chessboards.

And if you're still playing by the old rules, work hard, keep your head down, wait to be chosen, you will fall behind, become invisible, and lose control.

The rules of work have changed. AI is reshaping every industry. Job security is no longer about tenure or experience. It's about positioning, visibility, and strategic career control.

And if you don't have a clear framework for navigating this shift, you'll spend the next decade reacting instead of directing your career.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact blueprint I use to help professionals take back control of their careers in 2026 and beyond. This is the new operating system for career success, and it's built on three pillars that determine whether your career grows or stalls.

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🟣 Want to Work With Me?

Send me a DM on LinkedIn or Instagram with the word CONTROL, and I'll send you the details on how we can work together.

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🔴 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnhurzPrYEk

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✨Grab the Book

📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com

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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

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What You'll Discover:

🟣 The 3 Pillars of Career Control: Attract, Position, and Scale. The complete framework for staying ahead in the age of AI and ensuring opportunities come to you instead of you chasing them.

🟣 Pillar 1: Attract – How to become a magnet for the right opportunities through clarity, identity, and strategic networking. Why 85% of jobs are never advertised—and how to access them.

🟣 Pillar 2: Position – Why experience is no longer enough. How to craft a compelling story, build your own IP, and package yourself so you stand out in a crowded market.

🟣 Pillar 3: Scale – How to grow your career without burning out. Building a personal brand, creating systems and boundaries, and developing influence that creates impact.

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Why This Episode Matters:

If you feel stuck, uncertain, or quietly anxious about the future, this episode will give you the clarity, confidence, and choice you need to take back control. This isn't about working harder. It's about positioning yourself strategically so growth feels aligned, not exhausting.

This is the roadmap for navigating the most disruptive period we've ever lived through. And if you implement this framework, you won't just survive the shift, you'll thrive in it.

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Your Next Step:

As you listen, assess yourself using the traffic light system. Where are you green? Where are you yellow? Where are you red? Because once you're aware of where you are, you have the power to change it.

And if you're ready to take complete career control and want a clear plan for implementing this framework, send me a DM on LinkedIn or Instagram with the word CONTROL and I’ll share the details on’ the details on how we can work together.

This is your career. This is your future. Let's make sure you're in the driver's seat.

Georgie 💜

AI is replacing jobs. The headlines are terrifying. And if you're in the middle of your career right now, you might be wondering: Am I next? Amazon just laid off 16,000 people. Tech companies are slashing roles left and right. Job descriptions are changing every two weeks. And the one phrase you keep hearing over and over again is: AI.

But here's what nobody's telling you: it's not that AI is replacing humans. It's that mid-career professionals who refuse to adapt are being left behind.

Welcome back to Career Confidence, where today I'm sitting down with Lou Compagnoni, Director of Artificial Intelligence at Datacom, to talk about what's actually happening in AI right now—and what it means for your career.

This isn't fear-mongering. This isn't doom and gloom. This is a brutally honest conversation about the signals you need to be paying attention to, the mindset shifts you need to make, and how to stop reacting to disruption and start becoming the architect of your own future.

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✨Order The Bold Move✨

📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com

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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

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Connect with Lou Compagnone:

🔵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loucompagnone/

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Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction: AI Ready Women Series Launch

1:12 The Current State of AI: Mixed Feelings in the Marketplace

4:54 Amazon Layoffs and AI: What’s Really Happening?

7:04 Key Signals to Watch: Language Shifts and Cognitive Debt

9:16 How to Use AI Without Losing Your Creative Edge

14:13 Women and AI: Overcoming the 'Cheating' Mindset

14:53 Who’s Most at Risk? Mid-Career Professionals in the Crosshairs

17:43 The Mindset Shift: From Resistance to Experimentation

21:07 Skills for 2030: Adaptability, Collaboration, and Love of Learning

23:37 Essential AI Tools and Learning Resources

31:09 2030 Predictions: Transformation of Roles and Education

33:39 Real-World Impact: How Jobs Are Already Changing

35:32 Being an Urgent Optimist: Shaping the Future Proactively

37:17 Practical Steps to Future-Proof Your Career Today

39:26 Lou’s Career Journey and What’s Next

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The world is changing. The jobs are changing. The skills that matter are changing. But you don't have to be a victim of this disruption.

You can be the architect of your own future.

This episode will show you how.

Georgie 💜