Beyond the Bit: Quantum Pathways

Christopher Bishop: Improvising Careers & Thriving in the Future of Work


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In this episode, Amir Rasool speaks with Christopher Bishop — career futurist, quantum industry voice, and author of Improvising Careers: Succeed at Jobs That Don’t Exist Yet.

Across eight careers — from touring rock musician, to jingle composer, to IBM executive, to quantum tech thought-leader — Chris has mastered career reinvention and staying ahead of change.

He introduces his Future Career Toolkit:
🎤 Voice – finding what truly resonates with you
📡 Antenna – tuning into the conversations and trends shaping tomorrow
🌐 Mesh – building a network that opens doors to new possibilities

We explore:
✅ Why fear of change holds people back — and how to replace it with curiosity and confidence
✅ The historical patterns that show reinvention has always been part of progress
✅ How AI, quantum computing, and emerging technologies are reshaping skills and creating new career paths
✅ Practical steps to build resilience, adaptability, and future-ready skills

This was one of the most energising conversations I’ve had — not just about the future of work, but about how to design your own career with intention.


Connect with Christopher Bishop on LinkedIn by searching his name, and follow me, Amir Rasool, for more conversations on tech and talent.


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Beyond the Bit: Quantum PathwaysBy Beyondthebit