Episode 290 - The Future of Leadership and Work with Stella Voules

The workplace keeps changing at lightning speed, and professionals face a fundamental challenge: adapt or fall behind. The need to stay ahead of digital transformations, reskill for relevance, and lead with empathy is more urgent than ever. In this episode, I spoke with Stella Voules, a trusted advisor to executives navigating organizational change. With a background in psychology and business, she specializes in helping leaders build digital capability, cultivate a compassionate culture, and prepare for the future of work. Our conversation centered around the skills gap, the rise of consulting careers, and the essential leadership traits needed for success in 2025 and beyond. 

This blog post serves as a comprehensive summary and reflection on our discussion, offering actionable advice for professionals navigating a rapidly changing career landscape. 

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 02:09 Transforming Workplace Culture
• 05:02 Elements of a Great Workplace
• 07:55 Job Hunting and Workplace Culture
• 10:58 Navigating Disconnects in Values
• 13:57 The Impact of COVID-19 on Work Culture
• 16:52 Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace
• 19:12 Prioritizing Culture Over Compensation
• 22:15 Assessing Company Values
• 25:00 Identifying Red Flags in Organizations
• 28:13 Unique Examples of Great Workplaces
• 31:08 Future Trends in Workplace Culture

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Connect with Stella Voules on LinkedIn
• Vost&Co website
• Episode 237 - An Interview with ChatGPT: How to Optimize Your Job Search Using AI
• Episode 199 - Job Hunting in the AI Era: Making Your CV Stand Out

About the host, Renata Bernarde

Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. 

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