Technology, Business Trends and Future of Work | The Sonya Barlow Show

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The Sonya Barlow Show explores the future of work, technology, and business trends. Hosted by entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker Sonya Barlow, each episode features interviews, insights, and life lessons on career confidence, leadership, networking, and AI trends. What you’ll hear: 🎙️ Interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and experts 💡 Tech, AI, leadership & future-of-work insights 🌐 Career development, confidence-building & global networking tips ---------------- Sonya Barlow is a South Asian Female Entrepreneur with ADHD. Email : Hello@sonyabarlow.co.uk

  1. JAN 28

    Will AI Replace Human Connections? | Business Networking, Mentorship, Women in Technology, Leadership

    Sonya Barlow and Suzanne De Janasz explore the evolving landscape of business networking, mentorship, and the impact of technology on human connections. They discuss the importance of diverse networks, the role of technology in facilitating connections, and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation emphasizes the need for meaningful relationships in the workplace and the balance between giving and taking in networking. They also touch on future trends, including the integration of AI in networking and the return to in-person interactions. Takeaways - Successful individuals often have multiple mentors throughout their careers.Diversity in mentorship is crucial for a well-rounded perspective.Technology has democratized networking but can lead to superficial connections.In-person interactions foster deeper relationships than online ones.Networking should focus on creating meaningful connections, not just expanding numbers.COVID-19 has changed the way we connect, emphasizing the need for human interaction.Quality of connections is more important than quantity in networking.AI can assist in networking but should not replace genuine human interaction.The workplace is evolving with a focus on work-life balance and mental well-being.Future networking will likely blend technology with a return to personal connections.--------------------- Sonya Barlow is an award winning technology entrepreneur, business author and presenter, writing her second book with Bloomsbury International on the New Rules of Business Networking, Human Connections in Technology and The Future of Work. You can find her work via her website www.sonyabarlow.co.uk Suzanna is an affiliate professor at the London Business School. -------------------------- Keywords: business networking, mentorship, technology, human connections, COVID-19, workplace trends, AI, social media, professional growth, leadership, professional networking, mentoring, LMF Network, Workfluencer, Workfluencer Wednesday, Sonya Barlow Podcast

    42 min

  2. 12/17/2025

    Why Women Are Losing Ambition At Work? McKinsey WorkPlace Report, Future Of Work & Human Connections

    Sonya Barlow interviews Anastasia Petrova, a VP at DeepKey, discussing the challenges women face in the workplace, the importance of networking, and the evolving role of technology in building connections. They explore the ambition gap (McKinsey & Lean In), barriers to women's advancement, and the significance of community and mentorship in fostering career growth. The conversation emphasizes the need for balance between digital and physical networking, the value of quality relationships, and the importance of continuous learning in the tech industry. Takeaways The future of work is about real conversations.Building relationships is key to career success.Women face significant barriers in career advancement.Networking can take many forms, including sideways progression.Quality connections are more valuable than quantity.Technology has changed how we build relationships.Community support is crucial for women's career growth.Continuous learning is essential in the tech industry.Balance between digital and physical networking is important.Mentorship can help bridge the ambition gap for women.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Women in the Workplace03:03 Anastasia's Career Journey and Relationship Building06:03 The Ambition Gap and Women's Career Progression09:14 Understanding Barriers to Women's Advancement12:04 The Importance of Community and Networking15:09 Balancing Digital and Physical Connections18:01 The Role of Technology in Networking20:57 Quality vs. Quantity in Connections23:49 Future of Work and Continuous Learning ---- Anastasia's career path spans the Telecom, Banking, and Software development industries. In her current role as VP, Partnerships and Strategic Alliances, she is building an impactful partner ecosystem to deliver bespoke sustainability solutions for real estate.Anastasia is an active campaigner for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. She also mentors and coaches young people, providing support and guidance to boost their confidence, break barriers, and fulfil career aspirations. Keywords : women in the workplace, career progression, networking, technology, mentorship, community, ambition gap, relationship building, digital connections, future of work

    36 min

  3. 11/17/2025

    Women Are Using AI Less, Will Their Careers Suffer? | Resilience, Career Change & Entrepreneurship | The Sonya Barlow Show

    In this episode of the Sonya Barlow Show, host Sonya Barlow engages in a deep conversation with Michelle Niziol, a successful entrepreneur and former contestant on The Apprentice. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of career changes, the importance of building business relationships, and the role of resilience in entrepreneurship, especially in the era of AI. Michelle shares her insights on empowering women in business, the integration of artificial intelligence in her work, and her campaign for childcare support as a legitimate business expense. The conversation also touches on the significance of networking, public speaking, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance in today's fast-paced world. --- Takeaways The apprentice was resilience training.Visibility is crucial for business credibility.Starting a business requires beginning before feeling ready.Childcare should be considered a business expense.Building relationships is about giving value, not transactions.Public speaking can enhance networking opportunities.Women are poised to lead the next wave of entrepreneurship.AI can streamline business processes and enhance efficiency.Maintaining personal time is essential for balance.You can grow and learn at any stage of your career.--- Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Career Changes and Business Relationships02:57 The Impact of Reality TV on Business06:42 Transitioning from Employment to Entrepreneurship09:14 Building Resilience in Business12:48 Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship15:00 Incorporating AI into Business Practices18:42 Campaigning for Childcare Support22:36 Networking and Relationship Building30:30 Public Speaking as a Networking Tool33:36 Future Predictions for Business and AI35:26 Maintaining Balance and Self-Care--- career changes, business relationships, entrepreneurship, resilience, women empowerment, artificial intelligence, networking, public speaking, childcare support, future of work, women in business, female tech podcast, female business podcast, future of work

    34 min

  4. 11/17/2025

    The Role of Social Media in Luxury Watches : Rolex, Patek, Audemars Piguet | AI in Business & Human Connections

    In this episode of the Sonya Barlow Show, host Sonya Barlow engages with Sam Rayner of Chrono Hunter to explore the luxury watch market, the impact of social media, and the role of AI in business. They discuss the growth of the luxury watch resale market, the importance of building relationships in a digital age, and provide insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. Sam shares his experiences in the industry, the challenges of building a business, and the future of technology in the luxury watch space. Takeaways The luxury watch resale market is projected to grow significantly.Social media has amplified consumer knowledge about watches.AI is a tool to enhance efficiency, not replace human interaction.Building relationships is crucial in business, especially in a digital era.Mistakes in networking can provide valuable lessons.The luxury watch market is driven by supply and demand dynamics.Passion is essential for entrepreneurship and business success.Understanding customer motivations is key in the luxury market.Flexibility and adaptability are important for business growth.-- The Role of Social Media in Luxury Watches : Rolex, Patek, Audemars Piguet| AI Shift, Business Relationships & Human Connections ~ Keywords ---------- luxury watch market, Chrono Hunter, business relationships, AI in business, watch investment, social media impact, entrepreneurship, technology in retail, watch resale market, building trust, Sonya Barlow, Female tech podcast, Female business podcast

    33 min

  5. 03/26/2025

    Is AI Stealing Our Work? My Book, My Job, My Future 🤖 | Tech News

    Sonya Barlow talks Tech News on AI, Artificial Intelligence, identity representation, and the Future of Work with Reid Hoffman, cofounder of LinkedIn. Is AI stealing our work? Sonya's book is being pirated, and success is given to a White Woman thanks to ChatGPT. From conversations with school students from Alleyn School in Dulwich fearing job losses, to the ethical dilemmas of AI stealing books without permission - Sonya talks about how we can embrace AI while protecting our identities and intellectual property. Is AI Stealing Our Work? My Book, My Job, My Future 🤖 | Tech News Sonya discusses the biases in ChatGPT, how AI misrepresents her ethnicity, the risks of using AI in job applications, and why emotional intelligence still matters in a world driven by tech. 📌 Key takeaways: Why representation in tech and AI matters How to futureproof your career with human-first skills The blurred lines of copyright and AI-generated content Real talk on race, authorship, and creative ownership The dangers of relying on AI to write job applications A sneak peek into Sonya’s plans for a Like Minded Females print magazine This is not doom and gloom for artificial intelligence, and tech isn't going anywhere We discuss: Reid Hoffman, Mark Zuckerberg, Meta, BBC, The Guardian, The Atlantic, Unprepared to Entrepreneur Buy Unprepared to Entrepreneur - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unprepared-Entrepreneur-Madness-Starting-Business/dp/1398601462 🎤 Watch, reflect, and share your thoughts below. 👀 Have you been impacted by AI stealing your work? ✊🏽 Let’s be agents of change. ---------- 📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/like-minded-females/?viewAsMember=true Website: https://www.lmfnetwork.org/ Download our careers app - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lmf-network/id6443455934 Connect with Sonya Barlow - https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/ #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #WomenInTech #TechForChange #RepresentationMatters #DigitalSkills #creativecontentcreator #linkedintips #careergrowth #LMFNetwork #SonyaBarlow #technews #ainews #womenintechnology

    17 min

  6. 03/19/2025

    3 days in Timisoara Romania | What to eat do and see in Timisoara (72 hours in Romania)

    Travel to Timisoara Romania | What to eat, do and see in Timisoara Romania. This is my first time visiting Timisoara Romania and before going, I realised there was little information about Romania so I made this 10-minute vlog. 72 hours in Timisoara Romania Travel Vlog for Solo Travellers.I spent 3 days in Timisoara Romania as I was invited to the Tech Talks Conference with keynote Garry Kasparov. This 10-minute vlog includes things to see in Timisoara, eat in Timisoara and do in Timisoara. 3 days in Timisoara Romania | What to eat do and see in Timisoara (72 hours in Romania) plus career advice on how to build a public profile and speaking career in technology.Includes: How I became a speaker at the business tech conference in Romania?Things to see, do and eat in Timisoara?Is Timisoara Romania good for a weekend?Is Timisoara better than Prague?Is Timisoara safe for solo travellers?------------------------------Connect with Sonya BarlowInstagram -   / sonyabarlowuk  Tiktok -   / sonyabarlow  Linkedin -   / sonyabarlow  Work with Sonya Barlowhttps://www.sonyabarlow.co.uk/#BusinessTravel #Romania #timisoara #keynotespeakers #travelvlog #europetravel

    11 min

  7. 03/17/2025

    AI Robots Replace Lazy Humans? Tech News: Amazon, Microsoft, IWD 2025 & Luxury Travel Market with Sonya Barlow

    Will AI Robots Replace Lazy Humans? No more sick employees or quiet quitters - Robots WILL replace lazy humans. The future of work is changing, where artificial intelligence AI agents are replacing human jobs, tech is driving hyper-personalized travel, and biases in hiring remain challenging, despite pledges around investing in women in technology. The question is: How do we stay ahead? Sonya Barlow discusses the Tech News: Amazon, Microsoft and The Luxury Travel Market.In this episode of Tech That’s Got Me Thinking, I dive into:🚀 Why Amazon has deployed 70000 robots💰 How the luxury travel market is set to hit $2 trillion by 2035👩🏽‍💻 The reality of women in tech after International Women’s Day 2025and talk about technology self-driving cars in San Francisco, Luxury hotels in Romania versus Saudi Arabia and the future of work in the technology industry for young professionals.I share my thoughts on adapting to these changes, building skills for the future, and why businesses are prioritising efficiency over employees. Plus, a sneak peek into my upcoming series: How AI is Changing X.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tech insights!How to use AI to future-proof your career -    • How to ACTUALLY Use AI to Future-Proo...  AI and indian accents -    • How AI is Changing Indian Accents, Sc...  📩 Join our community & get career tips: https://lmfnetwork.substack.com/📲 Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram:   / sonyabarlowuk  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/like...Website: https://www.lmfnetwork.org/Download our careers app - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lmf-net...Connect with Sonya Barlow -   / sonyabarlowuk  --------------Sonya Barlow is a technology entrepreneur, business author and international speaker. #AI #FutureOfWork #LuxuryTravel #WomenInTech #TechTrends AI Robots Replacing Lazy Humans? Tech News: Amazon, Microsoft and The Luxury Travel Market

    18 min

  8. 03/17/2025

    How to ACTUALLY Use AI to Future-Proof Your Career with Sonya Barlow

    🚀 How to ACTUALLY Use AI to Future-Proof Your Career 🤖 Hi, Sonya Barlow here! Want to stay ahead in the AI era? In this video, I’ll break down how you can use AI in your career and daily life—from cool AI tools to the skills you need in tech.🔹 What you’ll learn:✅ What AI really is (in simple terms)✅ 5 easy ways to learn about AI in your industry✅ The best AI tools to boost your productivity✅ The future of work—what skills you actually needI’ve worked in tech for over 10 years, helping businesses adopt AI and digital transformation. Now, I’m here to help YOU make sense of AI—without the jargon.📌 This is your beginner’s guide to Artificial Intelligence—perfect if you’re curious about AI but don’t know where to start.💬 Let’s chat! Drop your AI-related questions in the comments, and I’ll answer them in future videos.🔔 Like, subscribe, and share if you want more insights on AI, tech, and the future of work!00:07 - Introduction to How to ACTUALLY use AI | Easy Guide to Artificial Intelligence and Tech00:35 - How to ACTUALLY use AI | Basic Guide to Artificial Intelligence and Tech00:56 - Who is Sonya Barlow01:00 - What does a tech consultant do?02:19 - What is AI?03:00 - An AI app for everyday use03:45 - The bias in AI explained04:52 - Cool AI apps to make your life easier06:14 - How DRAKE used AI in the music industry with Snoop Dogg, Tupac and Kendrick Lamar07:00 - Why do we need to understand AI07:23 - Is AI going to take our jobs?07:59 - How many new jobs will AI create?08:38 - Future AI jobs08:47 - 5 ways to learn about AI10:14 - Future AI videos and tech talks for you-----Sonya Barlow is a tech entrepreneur, business author and presenter. Sonya has another YouTube channel on travel and business travel content @sonyabarlowuk You can connect with Sonya on IG & Linkedin - https://www.sonyabarlow.co.uk/------------#ai #technology #womenintechnology #tech #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #FutureOfWork #WomenInTech #Productivity #TechTrends

    11 min
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The Sonya Barlow Show explores the future of work, technology, and business trends. Hosted by entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker Sonya Barlow, each episode features interviews, insights, and life lessons on career confidence, leadership, networking, and AI trends. What you’ll hear: 🎙️ Interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and experts 💡 Tech, AI, leadership & future-of-work insights 🌐 Career development, confidence-building & global networking tips ---------------- Sonya Barlow is a South Asian Female Entrepreneur with ADHD. Email : Hello@sonyabarlow.co.uk

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