Career Confidence

Georgie Hubbard
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Go From Stuck to Unstoppable. 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. 🎧 New episodes every week. 🔗 Subscribe and join the movement toward a braver, more fulfilling career.

  1. The Old Me vs The Bold Me: 7 Ways to Future-Proof Your Career in the Age of AI (Before It's Too Late)

    6D AGO

    The Old Me vs The Bold Me: 7 Ways to Future-Proof Your Career in the Age of AI (Before It's Too Late)

    Feeling stuck while AI transforms every industry? This episode gives you the exact roadmap to stay ahead. In this solo episode, I break down the 7 essential strategies you need to future-proof your career before AI disrupts your industry. No fluff, no fear-mongering - just practical steps you can take today to position yourself as indispensable in the new economy. Whether you're worried about job security, confused about what skills to learn, or feeling overwhelmed by the pace of change, this episode cuts through the noise and gives you a clear action plan. _____________ PRE-SALE - THE BOLD MOVE: 📚 The Bold Move Book: https://www.theboldmovebook.com _____________ Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com _____________ Key Moments: - Why working WITH AI beats fighting against it - The human skills that become superpowers in an AI world - How to build a skills portfolio that stays relevant - Creating a personal brand without becoming an influencer - Shifting from task-doer to problem-solver mindset - Exploring career pivots before you need them - The curiosity and adaptability mindset for constant change - Old Me vs Bold Me: Which version will you choose? _____________ 7 Ways to Future-Proof Your Career: Learn AI tools and work with technology, not against it Double down on human skills (communication, empathy, leadership) Keep your skills portfolio fresh with monthly learning sprints Build a visible personal brand in your industry Focus on solving problems, not just completing tasks Explore career pivots and transferable skills now Stay curious, adaptable, and embrace continuous learning _____________ Mentioned Tools & Resources: - Super Whisper (voice-to-text AI tool) - Claude AI and ChatGPT for brainstorming - LinkedIn Jobs, Indeed, Seek for career research - Pivotr - AI career mentoring tool (launching soon) _____________ Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome & van life update - book sent to print! 01:24 - Why AI and career future-proofing is the #1 question right now 03:36 - Thank you to Bold Move book presale supporters + bonus details 04:30 - The unique position: hearing from both employers and candidates 05:44 - Way #1: Learn AI - work WITH it, not against it 08:01 - Super Whisper tool example: brain dump to AI for solutions 10:17 - Way #2: Double down on your human skills 11:30 - Why employers now ask for human skills 10x more than before 12:43 - Way #3: Keep your skills portfolio fresh with monthly sprints 14:50 - Way #4: Build a visible personal brand (not influencer level) 16:00 - What are you known for in your organisation? 17:07 - Way #5: Focus on solving problems, not just doing tasks 19:21 - Making yourself redundant in your own business example 21:20 - Way #6: Explore career pivots before you need one 22:00 - Starting with your current strengths and transferable skills 23:44 - From corporate ladder to portfolio career "zigzag" approach 26:06 - Way #7: Stay curious and adaptable - change is constant 27:00 - Being vulnerable: future-proofing my own recruitment business 28:25 - Mindset shift: excitement over fear about the future 29:00 - The only thing stopping you is your own mindset 30:32 - Old Me vs Bold Me: Which version will you choose? 31:30 - One bold action challenge + where to connect

  2. How ANZ's Head of AI Literacy is upskilling 12,000+ Tech Workers! 'I Made Myself Redundant' - Why You Should Too with Carina Parisella

    AUG 24

    How ANZ's Head of AI Literacy is upskilling 12,000+ Tech Workers! 'I Made Myself Redundant' - Why You Should Too with Carina Parisella

    Worried about AI taking your job? This conversation will change how you think about career security forever. Carina Parisella leads AI strategy for 12,000+ technology workers at ANZ Bank. She's witnessing workplace transformation firsthand and has a blunt message: stop waiting for someone else to save your career. In this episode, she reveals why the "too busy to upskill" excuse could destroy your future, how to become strategically "redundant" before AI does it for you, and the mindset shift that separates career survivors from casualties. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pace of change, uncertain about your job security, or guilty about not having time to learn new skills, this conversation is for you. ____________ Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 The Bold Move Book: https://www.theboldmovebook.com ____________ Connect with Carina: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carinaparisella/ ____________ Key Moments: Career zigzag strategy vs linear career paths Power skills that matter more than technical expertise Why "too busy to upskill" is an excuse that kills careers How to ruthlessly prioritise learning when time-poor ANZ's AI literacy program for 55,000 employees worldwide Inside AI immersion centres and prompt engineering training Why you can't wait for leaders to provide all the answers Using ChatGPT as your personal career advisor The difference between mentors and sponsors in your career How to get sponsors without directly asking for them Barack Obama's advice on being memorable at work Why quiet quitting days are over for job security Building a growth mindset through feedback and self-awareness Dealing with imposter syndrome at every career level Know enough to be dangerous philosophy for the AI era ____________ Timestamps:

  3. The 4 Step Bold Pivot Formula (plus my career change story from Beauty Therapist to Technology Recruiter)

    AUG 17

    The 4 Step Bold Pivot Formula (plus my career change story from Beauty Therapist to Technology Recruiter)

    Feeling stuck in your career? Worried that your skills won't transfer to a new industry? Think it's too late to make a major career change? This episode will completely shift your perspective on what's possible. For the first time ever, I'm sharing my personal career pivot story - how I went from running spa treatments to becoming a top-performing technology recruiter with zero tech background. If you think beauty therapy and tech recruitment have nothing in common, you're about to discover why that thinking is holding you back from your next bold move. I'll walk you through my exact 4-step Bold Pivot Formula that took me from feeling completely out of my depth in a group interview to becoming the top consultant at my agency. This isn't just theory - it's the proven framework I used to completely reinvent my career, and it's the same formula that's worked for thousands of career changers. Whether you're facing industry disruption, feeling unfulfilled in your current role, or just ready for something completely different, this episode gives you the roadmap to make it happen. _______________ 📚 The Bold Move Book - Available for Presale: Presale here: https://www.theboldmovebook.com _______________ 🎙️ Connect with Georgie: 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🤖 Early access to Pivotr: https://www.pivotr.com _______________ What You'll Learn in the Episode: The Bold Pivot Formula: My 4-step framework for successfully changing careers (Begin where you are, Opportunities open to you, Learn what you need, Do the work) How to identify your transferable skills and package them for a completely different industry Why your "irrelevant" experience might be exactly what makes you stand out in your target field The mindset shift that turns imposter syndrome into your competitive advantage How to research new industries and have conversations that open doors to opportunities Why being "prepared to suck" is essential for career growth and confidence building The exact steps I took to transition from beauty therapy to tech recruitment with no prior experience How to tailor your CV and interview approach when you don't tick all the boxes Why the playing field has never been more level for career changers in the age of AI How courage builds competence, which builds confidence (not the other way around) _______________ ⏱️ Episode Timeline: 07:00 - Why presales matter for The Bold Move book (and what's included in the incredible presale offer) 12:00 - Introduction to the Bold Pivot Formula and why career reinvention is inevitable 15:00 - My backstory: From beauty school to working spas across the globe 17:00 - Step 1: Begin Where You Are - How to identify your hard and human skills 19:00 - Step 2: Opportunities Open to You - Using job sites and networking to explore possibilities 21:00 - How I tailored my CV to match recruitment job requirements using transferable skills 23:00 - The bold move that got me the interview (and why calling directly works) 26:00 - Step 3: Learn What You Need - Preparing for the knowledge gaps 28:00 - Step 4: Do the Work - Why being prepared to suck is essential for growth 30:00 - How I went from fumbling calls to becoming the top performer in 18 months 32:00 - Why this is the perfect time for career pivots in the age of AI _______________ Key Career Pivot Insights: 🌀 On Transferable Skills: "I literally just treated it like any other client call that I'd had in beauty... my transferable skills, the skills that I had acquired from beauty, from that industry, translated beautifully into technology recruitment." ⏰ On Timing and Opportunity: "This is the unfair advantage now, right? Like no one's got 10 years in software engineering. No one's got 20 years in AI... The level playing field has never been so level in my entire career." 🌱 On Building Confidence: "You don't wait until you feel ready. You don't wait until you feel confident. You first and foremost have to have courage because courage then builds competence. And once you start having the competence, you then build confidence." 🔸 On Embracing the Learning Curve: "Anytime you make a pivot or anytime you go to do something new, you're going to have to be prepared to suck a little... through these courageous actions that you take, that's what builds confidence." 🎯 On Taking Action: "The answer to life isn't just coasting and feeling comfortable and never pushing ourselves to do anything better... I wanted to make this work. So I did everything in my power to make it work."

  4. The Woman Who Reinvented Her Career 5 Times (And Why Your 'Messy' Path Might Be Perfect) - with Career Transition Expert Jane Jackson

    AUG 10

    The Woman Who Reinvented Her Career 5 Times (And Why Your 'Messy' Path Might Be Perfect) - with Career Transition Expert Jane Jackson

    Feeling stuck in your career? Think it's too late to make a change? Meet Jane Jackson, who proves that career reinvention is not only possible but can lead to extraordinary success. From flight attendant at 17 to Nike-sponsored athlete to successful career coach at 40, Jane's journey through 5 career changes and 5 country moves will completely shift how you think about career progression. After moving countries with teenage daughters, and rebuilding her entire professional life from scratch, Jane discovered the frameworks that help thousands of professionals navigate successful career transitions. In this episode, you'll discover why your "messy" career path might actually be your greatest asset, how to identify your transferable skills, and the exact steps to reinvent yourself at any age. If you've ever felt like your career journey doesn't follow the traditional playbook, this conversation will be your roadmap to freedom. ___________________________ Connect with me 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 Early access to Pivotr (AI Career Mentor): https://www.pivotr.com ___________________________ Connect with Jane Jackson 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson/ 🔸 Website: https://janejacksoncoach.com/ ___________________________ 💡 What You'll Learn About Career Transition: - How to successfully reinvent your career at any age (Jane's 5 career changes prove it's possible) - The career anchor method: discover what truly drives your career decisions - Why non-linear career paths are actually an advantage in today's job market - How to identify and leverage your transferable skills across industries - The values assessment technique that reveals why you feel unsatisfied at work - Jane's framework for navigating major life transitions while building career success - How to turn crisis moments into career opportunities and growth - The self-belief strategies that overcome imposter syndrome and career doubt - Why resilience and adaptability are the most valuable career skills for the future - Practical steps for career pivoting when you feel completely lost ___________________________ ⏱️ Career Transition Timeline: 05:00 - Jane's incredible career journey: from flight attendant to career coach 08:00 - The pivotal moment at 40: how personal crisis led to career breakthrough 12:00 - From Korean Airlines cabin crew to Nike-sponsored fitness champion 15:00 - The ultimate career reinvention: moving countries, divorce, and starting over 18:00 - The childhood experience that built Jane's resilience and adaptability 23:00 - How tough times create the skills needed for successful career transitions 25:00 - The career anchor framework: finding what truly drives your decisions 28:00 - Georgie's struggle: balancing ambitious career goals with personal fulfillment 32:00 - Jane's advice for managing the "two sides" of professional ambition 35:00 - Why values alignment is crucial for career satisfaction and success 40:00 - The reality of career transitions for women: timing, family, and financial independence 44:00 - How to stay relevant in an AI-driven job market through continuous learning 48:00 - The transferable skills framework: identifying what makes you valuable anywhere 52:00 - Overcoming self-limiting beliefs and building unshakeable career confidence 56:00 - The power of accomplishment-based resumes and personal branding ___________________________ 📝 The Bottom Line: Your career doesn't have to follow a linear path to be successful. Jane Jackson's story proves that career reinvention is not only possible at any age, but that the skills you develop through life's challenges become your greatest professional assets. Whether you're feeling stuck, facing redundancy, or simply questioning your career direction, the key is gaining clarity on your values and career anchor, then taking strategic action to move toward work that truly fulfills you. Stop waiting for the "perfect" time or the "right" opportunity. Your messy, non-linear career path might be exactly what prepares you for extraordinary success. The most important step is the first one – and it's never too late to take it.

  5. How I Escaped the 9-5 Trap Forever (+ 3 Months Working From a Van) - My Freedom Formula

    AUG 3

    How I Escaped the 9-5 Trap Forever (+ 3 Months Working From a Van) - My Freedom Formula

    Feeling trapped in the corporate grind? Dreaming of location independence but don't know where to start? This episode is your roadmap to freedom. I'm taking you behind the scenes of my 12-year journey from being monitored during lunch breaks in a rigid corporate job to running a successful business from wherever I choose - including my current 3-month stint working from a converted Sprinter van. But this isn't just another "quit your job and travel" story. I'm sharing the exact steps, the sacrifices, the skills I built, and the reality check moments that got me here. Plus, the honest truth about what working from a van is actually like (spoiler: it's not always Instagram perfect). If you've ever felt stuck in the 9-5 trap and wondered if there's another way, this episode will show you exactly how to build a life of true freedom - and what it really takes to get there. _______________ Connect with me 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 Early access to Pivotr (AI Career Mentor): https://www.pivotr.com _______________ 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: - The exact 12-year roadmap from corporate employee to location-independent entrepreneur - Why you need to build skills BEFORE you make the leap (and how long to wait) - The importance of getting crystal clear on your values before designing your freedom - How I built CH Solutions while still working corporate and when I knew it was time to leave - The real challenges of working from a van (wet dogs, rain days, and tiny spaces) - Why you should hire a van first before committing to van life - How to design your life around different seasons and honour multiple parts of yourself - The essential tech setup for working remotely (why Starlink is non-negotiable) - How to balance "CEO Georgie" with "Hippie Georgie" in the same life - Why freedom should be your #1 career goal and how to build it strategically _______________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 02:18 - Why freedom has always been my core value 04:31 - The corporate job that triggered my anxiety and panic attacks 06:44 - Step 1: Getting crystal clear on what you actually want 08:56 - How COVID and the Gold Coast led to the van life idea 11:21 - The unglamorous reality of van life (wet dogs and rainy days) 13:30 - Essential advice: hire a van first before you commit 15:54 - Balancing CEO Georgie vs Hippie Georgie in one life 18:13 - How I design my environment to match my goals 20:34 - Why good internet is absolutely non-negotiable for remote work 22:53 - The mindset shift from excuses to execution 24:42 - Updates on The Bold Move book and Pivotr launch _______________ 🚀 Mentioned in This Episode: - CH Solutions (my recruitment agency) - The Bold Move (my upcoming book launching November) - Pivotr (AI Career Mentor launching soon) - Starlink internet for remote work - Home and Away (blame this for my Australian dream!) _______________ 🗺️ The Freedom Formula Framework: Phase 1: Clarity (Years 1-2) - Identify your core values (mine: freedom, health, growth) - Define what success actually means to YOU - Map out your ideal working day, environment, and lifestyle - Stop chasing other people's version of success Phase 2: Skill Building (Years 3-7) - Stay in corporate longer than you want to build valuable skills - Become someone who's in demand in your industry - Don't quit before you're ready - patience is key - Build your reputation and network while employed Phase 3: Strategic Transition (Years 8-12) - Start your business while still employed (reduce risk) - Build it to profitability before making the full leap - Test and validate your business model first - Create multiple income streams for security Phase 4: Freedom Design (Ongoing) - Design your life in seasons that honour different parts of you - Match your environment to your current goals - Build systems that support location independence - Invest in quality tech and infrastructure _______________ 📝 Key Takeaway: Freedom isn't about escaping responsibility - it's about building the skills, systems, and business that give you choices. The "overnight success" you see on social media is usually 10+ years in the making. Start with clarity on your values, build valuable skills, and make strategic moves that compound over time. And remember: you don't have to choose between ambition and freedom - you can design a life that honours both. "Life is not about or. I don't have to choose one or the other. I can have both."

  6. The 50/50 Rule: Why Performance + Relationships = Career Success

    JUL 27

    The 50/50 Rule: Why Performance + Relationships = Career Success

    Think working harder and letting your work "speak for itself" will get you promoted? Think again. Meet Claire Seeber, leadership consultant, career coach, and author of "Less Hustle, More Happy," who's about to flip everything you've been told about career advancement on its head. After 15+ years in HR working with organisations worldwide, Claire discovered that most people are only operating with 50% of the career success equation. In this episode, Claire reveals the career currency framework that's helped thousands of professionals go from stuck to strategic, shares her incredible story of resilience (including being stranded on a boat for 11 weeks during COVID), and breaks down exactly how to build the visibility and relationships that actually drive career progression. If you've ever felt frustrated about being overlooked for opportunities despite your hard work, this conversation will change how you think about career strategy forever. ______________ Connect with Georgie 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 Early access to Pivotr (AI Career Mentor): https://www.pivotr.com ______________ Connect with Claire 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claireseeber/ 🔸 Website: https://claireseeber.com.au/ 📚 Book: "Less Hustle, More Happy": https://claireseeber.com.au/book/ ______________ 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: The 50/50 career currency rule that most professionals are missing Why "your work will speak for itself" is outdated career advice How to practice strategic self-promotion without feeling pushy The difference between resilience and anti-fragility (and why it matters) Claire's framework for knowing yourself before growing yourself How to identify who needs to know you for your next career move Why most retention strategies fail (and what actually works) The career exercise that helped Claire transition from employee to entrepreneur How to build relationships that accelerate your career growth What companies are getting wrong about keeping great talent ______________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 05:00 - Who is Claire and what drives her work with organisations 08:06 - The biggest lessons from transitioning from employee to entrepreneur 13:08 - The career exercise that changed everything: loves vs. frustrations 17:01 - Why asking the right questions beats staying stuck 18:37 - Claire's incredible resilience story: 11 weeks stranded at sea during COVID 23:51 - The difference between resilience and anti-fragility 30:00 - How to reframe challenges as adventures (practical mindset shifts) 31:00 - What companies are getting wrong about talent retention 35:05 - Why throwing money at people doesn't solve engagement 38:04 - How to actually know your people (beyond surveys) 43:08 - The flexibility debate: what great talent really wants 44:09 - Individual strategies: how to step up and be visible 46:36 - The career currency equation: 50% performance + 50% relationships 49:04 - Strategic self-promotion that actually works 52:37 - The framework for building career-advancing relationships 57:11 - Claire's book journey and the 5-part career framework 58:47 - The powerful statistic that will change how you think about work 🚀 Mentioned in This Episode: "Less Hustle, More Happy" by Claire Seeber The ELEVATE online program for career development 2024 Gallup Report on employee disengagement ($8.9 trillion cost) Career currency framework: Performance + Relationships Strategic self-promotion techniques Anti-fragility vs resilience concepts The "loves vs frustrations" career exercise 📋 Claire's Career Success Framework: The 50/50 Rule: 50% Performance (delivering outcomes, not just knowing things) 50% Relationships (visibility with decision-makers) Strategic Self-Promotion Steps: Get clear on what you actually want (not just "growth") Identify who needs to know you for that next move Build genuine relationships with those decision-makers Communicate your interests and ask for feedback Demonstrate value while making your aspirations known The Career Exercise: List what you do on your best days at work List what you do on your worst days at work Analyse the patterns and design your next move around more of what lights you up 📝 Key Takeaway: Stop waiting to be discovered. Career success isn't just about working harder—it's about working strategically. Performance gets you in the game, but relationships and visibility get you promoted. The most successful professionals understand that career currency comes from being known by the right people for the right reasons, not just from being the smartest person in the room. Your career is 25,550 days if you live to 70. What do you want to get out of it beyond just paying your bills?

  7. How 87% of Recruiters Find Talent - Why Your LinkedIn Profile is Your Career Insurance Policy

    JUL 20

    How 87% of Recruiters Find Talent - Why Your LinkedIn Profile is Your Career Insurance Policy

    Think LinkedIn is just for when you're job hunting? Think again. With 87% of recruiters using LinkedIn every single day, your profile isn't just a nice-to-have, it's your career insurance policy. And in today's rapidly changing job market, most people are setting themselves up to be completely invisible to the opportunities that matter. I'm joined by my business partner and co-founder Pam Caldwell to pull back the curtain on exactly how recruiters are really finding talent in 2025. We're sharing the insider secrets, the common mistakes that cost people opportunities, and the step-by-step strategy to turn your LinkedIn profile into a headhunting magnet. If you want to future-proof your career and have opportunities coming to you before you even need them, this episode is essential listening. _________________ Connect with us 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caldwellpamela/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 🏢 CH Solutions: https://www.ch.solutions 🌀 PIVOTR: https://www.pivotr.com _________________ 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why 87% of recruiters use LinkedIn every single day (and what this means for you) - How AI tools in LinkedIn Recruiter are changing talent discovery forever - The profile picture mistakes that instantly turn recruiters off - Why your LinkedIn profile should reflect your present, not your past - How to make yourself searchable when recruiters upload job descriptions - The gentle engagement strategy that keeps you visible without being salesy - Why LinkedIn is the most positive social media platform for professionals - How to use LinkedIn as a networking engine to research your dream companies - The power of community support during career transitions - Why your personal brand online and offline must align _________________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 01:51 - Why LinkedIn is your career insurance policy 04:24 - The biggest LinkedIn profile mistakes recruiters see daily 06:09 - The Google search reality check everyone needs 08:03 - Job title clarity and why it matters more than ever 10:21 - How AI in LinkedIn Recruiter is changing talent discovery 12:19 - The career preparation strategy for uncertain times 15:36 - Simple engagement tactics that increase your visibility 18:23 - The networking goldmine hiding in plain sight 19:49 - How to position yourself as a thought leader 21:44 - Why LinkedIn is the most supportive social platform 24:09 - The step-by-step LinkedIn optimisation checklist 27:58 - Using LinkedIn as your professional learning tool 29:24 - Supporting colleagues during redundancy periods 31:49 - Why the next 3 years will be challenging for job seekers 34:16 - LinkedIn as a networking engine for dream companies 36:10 - Authenticity online vs offline alignment 38:00 - Final advice for maximising LinkedIn opportunities _________________ 🚀 Mentioned in This Episode: - LinkedIn Recruiter AI tools - ChatGPT and Claude for profile optimisation - Canva as an example company for research - The importance of skills endorsements and certifications - Professional photography vs smartphone photos - Banner images and headline optimisation - Featured posts and evergreen content _________________ 📝 Key Takeaway: Your LinkedIn profile isn't just for job hunting; it's your digital real estate and career insurance policy. In a world where 87% of recruiters use LinkedIn daily and AI tools are changing how talent is discovered, being invisible online means missing out on opportunities you don't even know exist. Invest time in your LinkedIn presence now, before you need it, and watch opportunities start coming to you instead of you chasing them.

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  8. Why You're Still Unhappy - Happiness Expert Shares the 3 Daily Habits to Rewire Your Brain for Joy

    JUL 13

    Why You're Still Unhappy - Happiness Expert Shares the 3 Daily Habits to Rewire Your Brain for Joy

    What if I told you that your brain is literally designed to make you miserable? And that the harder you fight against negative thoughts, the stronger they become? Meet Declan Edwards, a happiness researcher who turned his own struggles with unhappiness into a career dedicated to understanding the science of joy. After years of battling self-doubt and not knowing who he was, Declan discovered something powerful: happiness isn't something you're born with or without. It's a skill you can learn. In this conversation, we dive deep into why so many of us feel stuck despite doing "all the right things," the fascinating psychology behind our worst-case scenario thinking, and the practical tools that actually work to rewire your brain for lasting happiness. If you've been exhausted from trying to "think positive" all the time, this episode will completely shift how you approach your mental wellbeing. ______________ Connect with me 🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehubbard/ 🔺 Instagram: http://instagram.com/georgielhubbard 🔸 Website: https://www.georgiehubbard.com 📚 Early access to Pivotr (AI Career Mentor): https://www.pivotr.com ______________ Connect with Declan 🔹LinkedIn 🎙️ Podcast: "How to be Happy" (episodes on individual and workplace happiness) 🌐 Website: Free resources and tools available 📱 Social: Search "Declan Edwards," "BU Happiness College," or "That Happiness Guy" on any platform All the links can be found here: https://linktr.ee/that_happiness_guy ______________ 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why your brain is wired to focus on worst-case scenarios (and how this kept our ancestors alive) - The "Brown Bear Experiment" that proves what we resist will persist - How to "dance with your thoughts" instead of fighting them - The difference between mental health awareness and mental health action - Why happiness has a "set range" and how to expand yours - The 3 fundamental practices that stack the deck in your favour for happiness - How to break free from the "I'll be happy when" trap - Why comparing yourself to others steals your joy (and what to do instead) ______________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 02:13 - How Declan became "that happiness guy" 07:17 - Why challenging experiences can lead to meaningful growth 10:42 - The comparison trap and hedonic treadmill 14:56 - Balancing your inner CEO and inner monk 16:12 - What really steals happiness from us 18:04 - The expectation trap and how to escape it 21:17 - Why we set impossible timelines for ourselves 23:36 - The 3 fundamentals: Physical health supports mental health 25:51 - Getting your thoughts out of your head 28:02 - Breaking the thought-feeling spiral 29:14 - How to dance with difficult emotions instead of fighting them 31:56 - The Brown Bear Experiment explained 35:35 - Are we talking about mental health too much? 40:10 - The upper limit problem and happiness set points 42:04 - Set point theory vs set range theory 47:57 - How to be happier at work 54:33 - The ripple effect of workplace happiness on society ______________ 🚀 Mentioned in This Episode: BU Happiness College "How to be Happy" podcast The Nordic Edge (book on Scandinavian happiness research) Gay Hendricks - "The Big Leap" Set point theory and set range theory The Brown Bear Experiment Negative cognitive bias Neuroplasticity research Tony Robbins’ approach to motivation ______________ 🧠 Key Tools & Techniques: - Two-word check-in: Capture how you feel in only two words each day - Physical happiness foundation: Adequate water, movement, and sleep - Name it to tame it: Expand your emotional literacy - Otter app: For voice journaling and getting thoughts out of your head - Gratitude practice: The antidote to expectation - Mindfulness and meditation: To expand your happiness set range ______________ 📝 Key Takeaway: Happiness isn't about never feeling negative emotions or having everything figured out. It's about developing the skills to navigate life with more resilience, self-compassion, and intentionality. Your brain may be wired for survival (which includes worst-case thinking), but you can train it to experience more joy through consistent daily practices that work WITH your psychology, not against it.

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Go From Stuck to Unstoppable. 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. 🎧 New episodes every week. 🔗 Subscribe and join the movement toward a braver, more fulfilling career.

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  • Creator
    Georgie Hubbard
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    182
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Georgie Hubbard
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    Career Confidence

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