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).

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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!

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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.

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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

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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.

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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!

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I sat down with Glassdoor expert Morgan Sanner and asked the questions every job-seeker wants and needs to know:

* How is AI really used in the recruitment process?

* How can job-seekers use AI and ChatGPT to optimize their job search strategy and land their dream job?

* What's one thing all recruiters and HR managers wish candidates would get, that job-seekers currently aren't getting?

Morgan pulled back the lid on HR and recruitment and revealed the good, the bad, and the ugly.

If you’re looking for a job in 2025, this is a must-watch/must-listen episode!

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What does it really mean to be an entrepreneur in 2025?

In this episode, I sit down with Oliver Yonchev — co-founder of Flight Story alongside Steven Bartlett, and one of the most forward-thinking voices in modern marketing — to unpack the raw truth about freelancing, creativity, AI, and what it takes to build something sustainable in today’s noisy world.

We get honest about:

* Why freelancing is a business, and why people still get that wrong

* The biggest misconceptions about marketing and entrepreneurship that no one talks about

* How career paths are shifting toward independence

* What skills will actually future-proof you as the workforce transforms

This isn’t another fluff piece on hustle culture. It’s a deep, disruptive look at the work-life revolution we’re living through right now.

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In this electrifying episode of Work 2.0, I interview a Fiverr freelancer, Harlan Rappaport, who has made over a million dollars and shares exactly how he reached the top. In this episode, we candidly discuss:

* Practical advice on when to leave your day job

* Why email marketing is an in-demand skill and a great way to make money online

* Essential skills you need as a freelancer

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In this unfiltered episode of Work 2.0, we sit down with Derrick Morgan, a former student-athlete turned remote IP attorney, who built a seven-figure solo legal practice on Fiverr.

Derrick shares:

* How he made his first $1 million freelancing as a trademark attorney

* Why he finally decided to hire a paralegal (and how that changed his business)

* What it’s really like working as a digital nomad lawyer in Mexico City

* The systems, habits, and mindset shifts that helped him scale without burnout

Whether you're a freelancer, solopreneur, or legal professional looking to grow your practice online, this episode is packed with strategies, hard-earned wisdom, and real talk about building a freedom-first career.

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