New Career Rules: Promotions, Pay & Visibility in 2026
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.
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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.
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👩💼 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/
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📚 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
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5 BOLD MOVES that will Change Your Life before 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.
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🔵 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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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.
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These 7 Things GET YOU HIRED (Not Your Resume)
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.
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📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com
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🔵 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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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
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I Was Terrified to Start Over at 30: Here's What Happened When I Did It Anyway - From Nurse to Google Cloud Engineer with Catie Stringenz (Confidence Replay)
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
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🟪 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard
♦️Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com
🌀Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinestrigenz/
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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.
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What it REALLY Takes to TRANSFORM your Career with Mone Vines [Confidence Replay]
"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.
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📚 The Bold Move: https://www.theboldmovebook.com
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🔵 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 Mone:
🔗 Connect with Mone on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mone-v-990697146/
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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?
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Hosted by Georgie Hubbard, Recruiter, Director of CH Talent Solutions, Founder of Pivotr, Author of The Bold Move and co-founder of the Sisterhood Club, Career Confidence is the go-to podcast for ambitious professionals ready to take control of their careers.
Each week, I dive into real, honest conversations with inspiring leaders, career changers, and bold thinkers to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and take action in the direction of your dreams. Whether you're pivoting industries, pushing for a promotion, or just feeling stuck, this show will give you the tools, insights, and courage to make your next bold move.
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