Genies Career Hub Podcast

Gig Economy 2026 Explained | Freedom, AI & Global Work Trends | Genies Career Hub Podcast, Episode 6

In this episode, we explore one of the biggest shifts happening in the modern workforce: 👉 Is the gig economy creating freedom — or chaos? As AI, remote work, and global hiring reshape careers, more professionals are stepping into freelancing, portfolio careers, and digital-first income streams. But with this freedom also comes uncertainty, burnout, and the pressure to constantly stay visible. In this conversation, we break down what’s really happening in the gig economy in 2026 — the opportunities, the risks, and how you can position yourself to succeed. 🎙️ Meet Our Guests 👨‍💼 Zohaib Ahmad (ZAQ) Zohaib Ahmad, also known as ZAQ, is a digital marketing strategist and growth lead working with global teams to build brands, scale audiences, and generate opportunities through strategic marketing. He specialises in: Personal branding & online visibility Growth marketing strategies Digital audience building Leveraging AI for scalable marketing Zohaib shares how the gig economy is shifting towards visibility, consistency, and strong personal positioning in 2026. 🔗 LinkedIn: https://pk.linkedin.com/in/zohaib-ahmad-qureshi-8b1091174 👩‍💼 Clare Belmont Clare Belmont is a holistic mindset and career coach who helps professionals build aligned and sustainable careers. Her work focuses on: Emotional intelligence Burnout prevention Time & energy management Career clarity in a fast-changing world Clare brings deep insights into the human side of the gig economy — highlighting the risks of overwhelm, FOMO, and lack of structure. 🔗 LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/clarebelmontselfdevelopment 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clare.belmont/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clarebelmontselfdevelopment/ 👩‍💼 Prynz JYN C. Balatero Prynz is a digital strategist and business development professional helping businesses scale through systems, global talent, and smart use of AI. Her expertise includes: Business development Remote team scaling AI-powered workflows Global client acquisition She shares powerful insights on why AI won’t replace humans — but people who don’t learn AI may fall behind. 🔗 LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/in/prynz-jyn-balatero-74391226b 🌐 About Genies Career Hub Genies Career Hub is a career development platform helping professionals build clarity, confidence, and global opportunities. We help you: ✅ Build a strong personal brand ✅ Navigate career transitions ✅ Access expert coaching ✅ Grow in the AI-driven economy Follow Us: 🔗 Website: https://geniescareerhub.com/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genies_career_hub/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560696226983 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/genies-career-hub/ 🔗 X (Twitter): https://x.com/GeniesCareerHub 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ ⁨@GeniesCareerHub⁩ [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCgFrMtjQ2-wSBQNb25gy3GQ]  🎯 What You’ll Learn ✔ How the gig economy is changing careers in 2026 ✔ Why AI is enabling — not replacing — freelancers ✔ The importance of personal branding & visibility ✔ How to avoid burnout and overwhelm ✔ How to build stable income in an unstable system 📢 If You Found This Valuable 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway 🔔 Subscribe for more career insights #GigEconomy #FutureOfWork #CareerGrowth #AIJobs #Freelancing #RemoteWork #GeniesCareerHub #PersonalBranding #CareerAdvice #Podcast

Will AI Replace Your Job? | Career Experts Reveal the Truth | Genies Career Hub Podcast | Episode 5

In this episode, we explore one of the most important questions in today’s world: 👉 Will AI replace your job — or help you grow faster? With AI evolving rapidly, professionals everywhere are feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, and unsure about the future. In this conversation, we break it all down with real insights, practical strategies, and honest perspectives. 🎙️ Meet Our Guests 👩‍💼 Clare Belmont Clare Belmont is a holistic mindset and self-development coach with a strong background in corporate leadership, including experience in London’s investment banking sector. Over the past decade, she has transitioned into helping professionals build aligned, fulfilling careers by focusing on: * Mental clarity * Emotional intelligence * Health & wellbeing * Purpose-driven career growth Clare’s approach combines human awareness with modern tools like AI, helping individuals stay grounded while adapting to rapid change. She strongly believes that your mindset and self-awareness are your biggest career advantages, especially in an AI-driven world. Connect with Clare Belmont: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/clarebelmontselfdevelopment 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clare.belmont/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clarebelmontselfdevelopment/ 🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarebelmont 🔗 X (Twitter): https://x.com/ClareBelmont 👨‍💼 James Tomasi Kennedy James Tomasi Kennedy is an executive career coach who has helped professionals globally — from graduates to senior executives and CEOs — successfully land their next opportunities. His expertise lies in: * Career transitions * CV & personal branding strategy * Interview positioning * Leveraging AI for job search success James is known for helping clients translate years of experience into clear, impactful messaging, especially in the first few seconds that matter most to recruiters. He uses AI as a powerful tool to simplify complexity, enabling professionals to stand out in highly competitive job markets. Connect With James Tomasi Kennedy: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jamestkennedy21 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/james.kennedy.90857901/ 🌐 About Genies Career Hub Genies Career Hub is an end-to-end career development platform designed to help professionals take control of their careers with clarity and confidence. We help you: ✅ Gain career clarity ✅ Improve CVs & job applications ✅ Connect with expert coaches ✅ Navigate career transitions ✅ Stay ahead in an AI-driven world Follow Us: 🔗 Website: https://geniescareerhub.com/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genies_career_hub/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560696226983 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/genies-career-hub/ 🔗 X (Twitter): https://x.com/GeniesCareerHub 🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geniescareerhub ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 01:00 – About Genies Career Hub 02:00 – Meet Clare Belmont & James Tomasi Kennedy 03:00 – Fear of AI & Job Security 05:00 – Overwhelm & Information Overload 07:00 – The Power of Self-Awareness 08:30 – CV Tips to Get Noticed Fast 10:30 – Using AI for Job Applications 12:00 – AI vs Human Intelligence 14:00 – How People Are Adapting to AI 16:00 – AI Across Different Generations 19:00 – Why Experience Still Wins 20:30 – Final Advice for Professionals 23:00 – Closing Thoughts 📢 If You Found This Valuable 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway 🔔 Subscribe for more career & growth insights #AI #CareerGrowth #FutureOfWork #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #GeniesCareerHub #Podcast #AIJobs #ProfessionalGrowth

AI in the Workplace | Future of Work, Career Growth & Productivity | Genies Career Hub Podcast Ep. 4

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the way we work, communicate, and make decisions. In this episode of the Genies Career Hub Podcast, we explore the growing impact of AI in the workplace and how professionals, entrepreneurs, and small teams can use AI tools to improve productivity, innovation, and career growth. Joining this discussion are industry experts who share their perspectives on how AI is shaping modern work environments, from automation and decision-making to personal branding and professional development. The conversation highlights how AI can support professionals by saving time, enhancing efficiency, and enabling individuals to focus on strategic and high-value work. 🎙️ Guests Featured Amit Bajaj – With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. Amit has worked across multiple domains including telecom, healthcare, e-commerce, HRTech, and EdTech with organisations such as IBM, TCS, and UnitedHealth Group (Optum). He specialises in technology innovation and AI applications that help organisations improve efficiency and build smarter digital platforms. Clare Belmont – A holistic mindset, life, and business coach with more than 30 years of professional experience. After a successful corporate leadership career at JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, Clare transitioned into coaching and now works globally with entrepreneurs and professionals. Her work focuses on mindset, energy management, personal growth, and helping individuals navigate career and life transitions. Marie Uhart – A marketing consultant and Fractional CMO who helps companies scale their brands through strategic marketing, paid media, and digital growth strategies. She also works as a career coach supporting professionals and MBA students through career transitions. Marie is certified in AI marketing and actively integrates generative AI tools into modern marketing workflows. 🎧 What You'll Learn in This Episode • How AI is transforming workplace productivity  • Ways small teams can use AI to do more with fewer resources  • The role of AI in decision-making and professional development  • AI tools that help automate tasks and save time  • How job seekers can use AI for personal branding and CV writing  • The balance between human intelligence and artificial intelligence 🎧 Listen & Learn More Watch the full episode on the Genies Career Hub YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@GeniesCareerHub [https://www.youtube.com/@GeniesCareerHub] 🌐 Learn more about Genies Career Hub  https://geniescareerhub.com [https://geniescareerhub.com]

Resilience in the Workplace | Career Growth & Leadership | Career Genies Podcast Ep 3

In this episode of the Genies Career Hub Podcast, we explore the powerful topic of resilience in the workplace. Building resilience is essential for navigating career challenges, leadership responsibilities, and personal growth in today’s fast-changing professional world. Host Orla Smith is joined by expert career coaches Claire Belmont, Cathleen O'Sullivan, David Richardson, and Soniya Verma Dey to share their insights, experiences, and strategies for developing resilience and thriving in your career. From overcoming setbacks to managing workplace stress and building confidence, this conversation highlights practical approaches that professionals can apply in their careers. In this episode we discuss: • What resilience really means in the workplace   • How mindset impacts career success   • Dealing with imposter syndrome   • Handling failure and setbacks   • Emotional intelligence and leadership resilience   Whether you're an aspiring professional, a leader, or someone navigating career transitions, this discussion offers valuable insights to strengthen your mindset and professional resilience. 🎧 Subscribe for more career insights and leadership conversations. 🌐 Learn more about career coaching & services: 👉 https://www.geniescareerhub.com 📌 Don’t forget to: 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe for career guidance & leadership insights

Navigating Career Transitions with Expert Coaching | Genies Career Hub Podcast | Episode 2

Career transitions can feel overwhelming, full of uncertainty, self-doubt, and pressure. In this episode of Genies Career Hub Podcast, our expert career coaches Estelle Bailly and Clare Belmont share practical insights, real-life experiences, and guidance to help you navigate your professional journey with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Whether you're facing redundancy, thinking about a career change, or seeking growth in your current role, this conversation offers actionable advice and supportive coaching strategies. Guests Featured: Estelle Bailly – With over 25 years in the video game industry, Estelle is a specialist in localization and globalization of creative content. Formerly the Localization Director at Hi-Rez Studios, she now works as a certified Career & Confidence Coach, helping professionals navigate burnout, imposter syndrome, and career transitions. She is also a Women in Games Ambassador, supporting women and non-binary individuals in the gaming sector. Clare Belmont – Clare is a holistic mindset, life, and business coach who helps entrepreneurs and corporate leaders overcome plateaus and burnout. With over a decade of experience in high-level corporate leadership at JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, she now runs a global boutique coaching practice, focusing on time & energy management, accountability, emotional intelligence, and building practical systems for growth. Episode Chapters / Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction & Welcome 0:14 – Episode Overview & Purpose 0:25 – Estelle Bailly: Background & Career Journey 1:40 – Clare Belmont: Background & Coaching Practice 3:01 – The Importance of Mentorship in Career Transitions 6:02 – Job Market Trends & Career Change Challenges 7:05 – Imposter Syndrome & Confidence in Job Market 8:16 – Navigating Career Options & External Pressure 10:16 – Creating a Safe, Non-judgmental Coaching Space 12:11 – Emotional Support & Coaching Experiences 14:14 – Finding Clarity & Focus in Career Decisions 17:04 – Coaching Across Career Levels & Situations 19:38 – Adapting Coaching to Modern Work & Remote Teams 20:03 – Coaching Session Duration & Structure 23:37 – Personalized & Flexible Coaching Approach 28:24 – Key Takeaways for Career Transitions 29:57 – Processing Emotions & Next Steps 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GeniesCareerHub  🌐 Learn more about Genies Career Hub: https://geniescareerhub.com