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The AI Shift: What It Means for Your Role, Skills, and Career
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The AI Shift: What It Means for Your Role, Skills, and Career

AI isn't coming—it's here. Erica and Zoë explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping careers for mid-level professionals, from the fears and hopes to practical strategies for thriving alongside AI tools. Discover why collaboration, not competition, is the key to staying relevant.

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Pitching Your True Self, with Danny Fontaine
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Pitching Your True Self, with Danny Fontaine

Ever wondered how to scale yourself without burning out? Zoë chats with Danny Fontaine, IBM sales leader and author of "Pitch," about bringing emotion and creativity to business pitches. Discover how authenticity became his superpower and transformed his entire career.

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A New Chapter: Finding Purpose in Retirement, with Jed Novick
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A New Chapter: Finding Purpose in Retirement, with Jed Novick

Ever felt like you’re drifting through your career? Erica chats with journalist-turned-lecturer Jed Novick, who’s stepping into retirement and reflecting on what really matters. A thoughtful dive into finding meaning, even when it feels like you’re making it up as you go.

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Why the Environment Makes the Difference in Your Career
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Why the Environment Makes the Difference in Your Career

Ever wondered why some workplaces feel just right while others drain your energy? Erica and Zoë delve into the often-overlooked power of environmental fit in career satisfaction. Discover how the right conditions can make all the difference to your professional well-being.

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Backing Yourself in Tough Times with Jayne Brierley
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Backing Yourself in Tough Times with Jayne Brierley

How do you keep your creative spark alive — when the industry you love is falling apart? In this episode, TV producer and storyteller Jayne Brierley shares her career pivots, personal resets, and the power of backing yourself.  This episode is full of actionable insights — whether you’re in the media or not.

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Erica is a career pioneer. From developing The Career Equation® framework to inspiring audiences globally, her work blends expertise and empathy.

With over 20 years in the consultancy, leadership and career coaching space, she is a trusted authority on careers and the future of work.

Erica is Good Housekeeping’s careers columnist and a proudly disabled broadcaster and woman of colour.

Meet Erica Sosna

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Meet Zoë Schoefield

Zoë Schoefield is an experienced and warm career coach. With a passion for bringing out the best in her clients, Zoë uses The Career Equation to help managers get the best out of their people and help individuals find their career sweet spot.

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“Very impressed with this podcast. The co-hosts are clearly experts and know their stuff, using this interesting Career Equation method for some big-name firms. They’re modest, funny, smart, and give great value every time — with snippets and nuggets for both leaders and teams alike.”

— ANGLISKIMADRE, 6 AUG 2025

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“Career clarity at it’s best”

“The Career Equation podcast is a must-listen for anyone figuring out their next career move, no matter your age or stage. It’s fantastic at helping you work out what truly matters, what experiences you want more of, and what you're ready to leave behind. It even helped me positively reframe my past career experience.”

— GRANTC1972, 2 MAR 2025

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“Real career advice,
with heart”

“Erica and Zoë, you bring so much clarity and warmth to the career space! The show isn't just theory — it's deeply useful for anyone navigating change or figuring out what comes next. Thank you for doing what you do.”

— DANNY FONTAINE, 16 MAY 2025

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