Work 2.0: The Podcast

Rachel Wells

Work 2.0: The Podcast is your weekly briefing on careers, money, AI, and what’s next, hosted by Rachel Wells, LinkedIn Top Voice, award-winning entrepreneur, and Forbes contributor. Each week, Rachel breaks down the most important stories shaping the future of work, sharing her own insights alongside conversations with trailblazing experts, founders, and thought leaders. Whether you're building a career, a business, or a portfolio of income streams, this is your go-to show for staying relevant, profitable, and future-ready. therealrachelwells.substack.com

  1. AI, Learning Engines, & The DEEP Approach, With Pearson CTO Dave Treat, Ep. #16

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    AI, Learning Engines, & The DEEP Approach, With Pearson CTO Dave Treat, Ep. #16

    In this episode, Rachel Wells chats with Dave Treat, CTO/CIO at Pearson, about how AI can truly boost learning and workplace productivity. Dave talks through: * Pairing AI with paired with strong skills diagnostics, embedded upskilling, and thoughtful redesign of work * Why treating AI as an “answer engine” fails * And the DEEP framework Plus, listen towards the end for Dave’s take on the most important skill for the next five years. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    22 min
  2. How to Lead Without Command & Embed a "Coaching Culture," With Ex-Salesforce Exec Ian Walker, Ep. #15

    FEB 2

    How to Lead Without Command & Embed a "Coaching Culture," With Ex-Salesforce Exec Ian Walker, Ep. #15

    Rachel joins Ian Walker, an L&D and business ops exec whose career spans WarnerMedia, Nike, Cisco, and Salesforce, to talk about leadership, coaching at scale, and how AI is reshaping work and coaching. Ian shares lessons from leading teams of up to 150 people, building coaching cultures, helping leaders coach their managers, and balancing AI tooling with human-to-human coaching. They cover: * How to tap into fresh ideas and innovation within your team * How to create a leadership coaching culture * What coaching looks like in the age of AI You can send your questions for Rachel or Ian via the podcast channels and join the conversation next Monday for a new episode. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    30 min
  3. AI Skill Expectations In Job Ads To Jump 50% By 2027, With Ladders CEO Marc Cenedella, Ep. #14

    12/15/2025

    AI Skill Expectations In Job Ads To Jump 50% By 2027, With Ladders CEO Marc Cenedella, Ep. #14

    Join Rachel Wells for a lively, practical conversation with Marc Cenedella, CEO of Ladders, about how AI is reshaping high‑paying jobs and what professionals must do now to stay relevant. You’ll learn: * The single most important career skill for 2026 and beyond. * Which industries and roles are adopting AI fastest * How employers are thinking about AI in $100K+ job postings today * Simple, actionable upskilling micro‑goals you can start this week (Marc’s fun tip: put different AI models in conversation to learn their strengths). 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. (Sorry this podcast was recorded as audio-only so no camera today) Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    19 min
  4. AI, "Soft" Skills & The Future of Cybersecurity—A Candid Talk with ISC2’s COO, Casey Marks, Ep. #13

    11/24/2025

    AI, "Soft" Skills & The Future of Cybersecurity—A Candid Talk with ISC2’s COO, Casey Marks, Ep. #13

    In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Casey Marks, COO of ISC2—the global certifying body behind the world’s most recognized cybersecurity credentials—to unpack the next decade of work in an AI-driven world. From the power of “soft skills” (spoiler: they’re not soft anymore) to the rise of entry-level cybersecurity pathways that don’t require a degree, Casey pulls back the curtain on how AI is reshaping the job market, and why everyone (not just tech teams) needs to be thinking about security. He also gives a surprising take on whether “cybersecurity” will even be called cybersecurity in ten years’ time. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: * Why every role now includes a cybersecurity dimension, even if you’re in HR or operations. * Why degrees alone are no longer enough to land high-paying tech roles, and what employers actually look for. * The underrated skills that separate successful tech professionals from the rest. * I also ask Casey a cheeky question at the end, so stay until the end to hear his answer! 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode if you’re building a future-ready leadership mindset. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    23 min
  5. What Does It Really Take To Be A Leader In 2026? With Leadership Coach Jaymie Pottinger, Ep. #12

    10/30/2025

    What Does It Really Take To Be A Leader In 2026? With Leadership Coach Jaymie Pottinger, Ep. #12

    What does it really take to lead in 2026 and beyond? In this energizing and deeply practical episode of Work 2.0, I sit down with Jamie Pottinger—leadership consultant, speaker, and author of The FACE of Leadership—to unpack the traits, mindsets, and behaviors that define next-generation leadership. We explore: * Why failure is the starting point of true leadership * How AI is forcing leaders to rethink agility, self-awareness, and innovation * The 8-part FACE framework * How to build a culture where feedback (or “feed-forward”) is safe, ongoing, and honest * Why leaders stuck in “the way things have always been done” are holding their organizations back Jamie shares hard-earned insights from his research and coaching work, along with real-world frameworks that today’s leaders can apply immediately, especially in AI-disrupted workplaces. If you’re a founder, executive, middle manager, or rising team lead, this episode is a blueprint for resilient, relevant leadership in the new world of work. Grab Jamie’s book The FACE of Leadership on Amazon, Kindle, and Barnes & Noble. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode if you’re building a future-ready leadership mindset. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    23 min
  6. Can AI Close the Skills Gap—Or Is It Making It Worse? With Pluralsight CEO Erin Gajdalo, Ep. #11

    10/20/2025

    Can AI Close the Skills Gap—Or Is It Making It Worse? With Pluralsight CEO Erin Gajdalo, Ep. #11

    In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Erin Gajdalo, CEO of Pluralsight, to unpack the surprising results from Pluralsight’s 2025 Tech Skills Report, and what they reveal about the disconnect between executive priorities and real employee learning support. From AI-powered upskilling to the hidden cost of abandoned projects, this conversation exposes the leadership blind spots holding organizations back, and the high-stakes opportunity ahead. Key topics covered:– How to measure ROI for AI and tech upskilling– The future of degrees and the new learning passport– The financial and employer brand impact of the skills gap– Plus, what execs must do now to align intention with action 🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.🔁 Don’t forget to share this episode with a leader or co-worker who needs to hear it. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    24 min
  7. What Skills Will Matter Most In 10 Years? A Conversation With Greg Hart, Coursera CEO~Ep. #10

    09/15/2025

    What Skills Will Matter Most In 10 Years? A Conversation With Greg Hart, Coursera CEO~Ep. #10

    What does the CEO of one of the world’s largest online learning platforms think about the future of skills? In this episode, I sit down for an exclusive conversation with Greg Hart, CEO of Coursera, to unpack how the global workforce is being reshaped by automation, AI, and shifting employer demands. We explore the skills that will be in high demand over the next decade, and what learners can do today to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll hear us discuss: * What the data says about the fastest-growing skills worldwide * AI’s impact on the skills you need to be workforce-ready * How Coursera’s new Skill Tracks are changing how we learn and hire * What every professional needs to know about the future of credentialing Whether you're a graduate, an employer, or building your second career, you need to hear this conversation. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Podcasts. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share if this episode gave you a fresh perspective on your own learning journey. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    21 min
  8. DeVry University Creates Upskilling Opportunities in St. Lucia, With Scarlett Howery~Ep.#9

    08/25/2025

    DeVry University Creates Upskilling Opportunities in St. Lucia, With Scarlett Howery~Ep.#9

    What happens when a U.S. university partners with a Caribbean nation to reimagine the future of work? In this episode, I sit down with Scarlett Howery, Vice President of Public Workforce Solutions at DeVry University, to explore their ground-breaking upskilling initiative in St. Lucia. We dive into: * Why DeVry chose St. Lucia as a strategic partner * How upskilling can transform economies * The skills Caribbean professionals need to compete globally * and much more! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts⭐️ If this episode inspired you, leave a rating, write a review, and share it with someone building their career or leading change in education. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe

    18 min
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Work 2.0: The Podcast is your weekly briefing on careers, money, AI, and what’s next, hosted by Rachel Wells, LinkedIn Top Voice, award-winning entrepreneur, and Forbes contributor. Each week, Rachel breaks down the most important stories shaping the future of work, sharing her own insights alongside conversations with trailblazing experts, founders, and thought leaders. Whether you're building a career, a business, or a portfolio of income streams, this is your go-to show for staying relevant, profitable, and future-ready. therealrachelwells.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Rachel Wells
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Rachel Wells
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