Work 2.0: The Podcast

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  Substack, Pangram, and the Future of AI Content | Rachel Wells, Ep. #39 27.07.2026 15мин

  Substack has partnered with Pangram to introduce AI text detection, reigniting the debate over AI-generated content, creator authenticity, and whether readers can still trust what they consume online.In this solo episode of Work 2.0, Senior Forbes Contributor Rachel Wells examines Substack’s new “scan for AI text” feature and what it could mean for writers, journalists, newsletter creators, thought leaders, and the wider creator economy.As platforms such as LinkedIn become increasingly saturated with generic AI content and automated engagement, Rachel argues that transparency will become one of the most important sources of credibility online. She explains why readers and paying subscribers deserve to understand how creators use artificial intelligence, particularly when they are purchasing access to someone’s expertise, perspective, and original thinking.Rachel also shares her own AI writing workflow, including how she transforms original voice notes, ideas, reporting, and industry insights into structured Work 2.0 newsletters while retaining her distinctive voice. She contrasts ethical AI assistance with handing the entire creative process over to a machine and mass-producing content without genuine expertise behind it.The episode also explores Rachel’s TRUST AI Framework, why transparency is essential for successful AI adoption, and how creators and organizations can use AI to improve their work without sacrificing human judgment, credibility, or trust.Topics include:• Substack and Pangram’s AI detection partnership• AI slop on LinkedIn and social media• Trust, transparency, and authenticity online• Ethical AI use for writers and content creators• The future of newsletters and digital publishing• Human expertise in the generative AI era• Rachel Wells’ TRUST AI Framework• How to use AI without surrendering your voiceWork 2.0 is the podcast about AI, power, and the future of work, hosted by Rachel Wells.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  A Psychologist Talks Layoffs, Emotional Agility, & Safety In The AI Workplace | Susan David, Ep. #38 20.07.2026 37мин

  Are you worried about the impact of AI on your workforce and on your wellbeing and mental health? Join Rachel Wells and guest Susan David, a leading psychologist, as they dive into the critical human skills needed for 2030 and beyond.In this episode, we unpack why AI is commoditizing expertise and why “human-centric” leadership is now the single biggest predictor of successful organizational transformation. Susan shares actionable insights on:* Building psychological safety in the workplace.* Moving beyond basic EQ into Emotional Agility to manage ambiguity.* The difference between “wounds” and “scars” in professional leadership.* Why self-compassion is the ultimate antidote to shame during workplace layoffs and uncertainty.If you are a leader, HR professional, or employee navigating the changing dynamics of work, this conversation provides the tools to stay grounded, resilient, and human in an automated world.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  How AI Reveals the Hidden Leaders Traditional HR Systems Overlook | Eric Mosley, CEO, Workhuman, Ep. #37 13.07.2026 12мин

  In this episode of Work 2.0: On the Road, Rachel Wells speaks with Eric Mosley, Founder and CEO of Workhuman, about the human intelligence transforming the future of work.For more than two decades, Eric has focused on the role of recognition, connection, and purpose in organizational life. He explains how thousands of everyday recognition moments can create a powerful source of people data.Those moments can reveal:* Who employees trust and rely on* Who is already demonstrating leadership* Which skills and talents traditional systems overlook* How work actually gets done inside an organization* Which people may become future leaders* Where AI can generate deeper insights for HR and executivesThis conversation examines why recognition data may become one of the most important sources of intelligence for AI-powered human capital management.Rachel and Eric also explore the growing importance of human experience, workplace behavior, leadership potential, and human intelligence in an AI-driven economy. If you work in senior leadership, people management, or HR, this is a must-listen.Topics discussed:* AI in HR and leadership* Human intelligence* Employee recognition* Hidden workplace talent and eadership potential* People analytics* And the future of work🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Neil Patel On Life After the Website: What Every Marketer Needs To Know About AI & Search, Ep. #36 29.06.2026 24мин

  In this episode, Rachel Wells sits down with Neil Patel (NP Digital) for SXSW London, discussing how AI, large language models, and search agents are changing where customers find and buy. We talk:* Implications for publishers and content professionals* The rise of platform and agent‑driven commerce* What marketers must track now * The skills marketing professionals and leaders need to build immediatelyPractical advice includes structured data, fresh content, digital PR, and using industry‑trained AI and AI+human workflows, plus real examples like HighLevel and Ubersuggest for tracking and performance.Why listen:Ideal for founders, marketing leaders, publishers, and content teams who need to adapt quickly: concrete next steps and a mindset for experimentation in an AI-first landscape. Learn which metrics matter now and discover how to avoid AI slop.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  AI Hiring Tops 1M Jobs & Brings 118% Salary Surge, With PwC's Chief AI Officer Dan Priest, Ep. #35 22.06.2026 26мин

  In this episode, Rachel Wells sits down with Dan Priest, Chief AI Officer at PwC, about the newly released AI Jobs Barometer 2026 and what it means for graduates, leaders, HR teams, and high-achieving professionals.What you’ll hear:* Why AI-exposed roles are growing and paying more: AI-skilled jobs show an average wage premium of 62%, with some industries seeing premiums as high as 118%.* Rapid demand for AI skills: job postings requiring AI skills rose 66% year-on-year.* Where the growth is happening: healthcare, professional services, financial services and consumer markets are leading the way — and manufacturing is catching up (a ~14% uptick in AI/developer roles).* How wages are shifting: many AI-exposed roles are seeing wage growth (some categories around ~20%), even as entry-level hiring dynamics change.* The “U‑shaped” labor market: why high- and low-exposure jobs are moving the most, while middle-skill roles lag.* What early-career professionals and leaders should do: rethink hiring, invest in apprenticeship-style training, and focus talent on growth and innovation agendas.Why listen:If you hire, lead, mentor graduates, or are charting your own career path, this episode breaks down where opportunity and risk live in the AI era. Practical advice on skills, hiring, and where to invest in AI talent.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Josh Bersin + Rachel Wells Explain: Will AI Cut HR Teams 50% Before 2030? Ep. #34 16.06.2026 23мин

  Join Rachel Wells on Work 2.0 on this early-released episode as she chats with renowned HR analyst and podcaster Josh Bersin about how artificial intelligence will reshape HR by 2030. Josh explains why HR headcount could shrink 30–50% for administrative roles as AI and “super-agents” automate record-keeping, scheduling, and training authoring — while strategic HR work expands from ~30% to 75%.Rachel and Josh discuss practical guidance on:* Reimagining processes instead of simply automating old workflows* How HR can move from compliance-heavy work to enabling dynamic teams and company growth* The role of domain-specific AI like Galileo in plugging into company data to deliver manager-level insights, skills comparisons, and performance recommendations* Reskilling pathways for HR professionals to move into coaching, AI supervision, and business-partner rolesThis episode is a must-listen for HR leaders, managers, and founders, offering actionable ideas to start simplifying recruiting, L&D, and performance workflows today and build a people-first strategy for 2030. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Meet the Chief HX Officer Replacing HR, With KeyAnna Schmiedl (Workhuman), Ep. #33 15.06.2026 14мин

  Rachel Wells takes Work 2.0 on the road!In this episode, Rachel Wells chats with KeyAnna Schmiedl, Chief Human Experience Officer at Workhuman, about how leaders can preserve trust and human connection as AI reshapes work. KeyAnna explains why transparency, compassionate listening, and humility are non-negotiable leadership behaviors right now, and why HR (or People/Experience teams) must be given the appropriate resources to experiment and guide organizations through technological change.We dig into the biggest risks of rushed AI adoption, how honest communication about job impact builds trust (and enables innovation), and why flatter, more collaborative org structures will become essential as work becomes more fluid. If you want practical thinking about protecting culture while adapting to AI, this episode is for you.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Netflix's Ryan Serhant + Rachel Wells Talk AI, Talent Attraction, and the "Attention Economy," Ep. #32 08.06.2026 21мин

  In this episode, Rachel Wells sits down with Ryan Serhant (Million-Dollar Listing, Owning Manhattan star, and founder & CEO of SERHANT.) after his SXSW London talk to unpack why “attention is the product,” how founders can become media companies, and what AI really means for teams and salespeople. Ryan explains how he turned real estate into a scalable media asset, the thinking behind his proprietary AI assistant S.MPLE, and practical approaches to hiring, culture, and retaining top talent in a rapidly changing workforce.What you’ll hear:* Why every business is a media company, whether you like it or not* Ryan’s AI-native OS that automates admin so agents spend more time selling.* Ryan’s hiring philosophy: people join for opportunity and stay for results; give autonomy, clear expectations, and room to grow.* Common CEO mistakes in AI adoption Listen if you want actionable thinking on media-led growth, practical AI adoption for revenue teams, and how to build an innovative culture that attracts future-ready talent.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Who Wins When White-Collar Jobs Get Pushed Below The Algorithm? With Sangeet Paul Choudary, Ep. #31 01.06.2026 30мин

  What actually happens when AI doesn’t just automate tasks, but reorganizes how work is coordinated, who holds power inside organizations, and which roles remain economically defensible? In this episode, Rachel Wells discusses with Sangeet Paul Choudary — author of Reshuffle: Who Wins When AI Stacks the Knowledge Economy — how work is being redesigned and “reshuffled” in the AI era, and who holds ultimate control.You’ll hear:* How AI shifts skill premiums from people into tools and platforms* The “below the algorithm” risk: when expert judgment is absorbed by models* How to capture new value and stay entrepreneurial in a rapidly-evolving AI-centered worldWho should listen* Leaders redesigning orgs and teams* People in knowledge work who are worried about role value and career strategy* Strategists, product managers, and HR/people ops leaders exploring practical AI adoptionOrder Sangeet’s book, Reshuffle: Who Wins When AI Stacks the Knowledge Economy.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Who Keeps Us Safe When AI Writes Its Own Code? With Scott Beale (CEO of ISC2), Ep. #30 28.05.2026 27мин

  In the race to deploy AI, are we skipping the obvious safety measures that would prevent harm? ISC2’s new CEO, Scott Beale, and I map a practical roadmap for leaders: secure‑by‑design, measured AI safety KPIs, and turning “shadow AI” from an organizational embarrassment into a governed advantage.Three quick takeaways* If you can’t measure AI safety, you can’t govern it — safety metrics must sit beside revenue and churn on the dashboard.* Banning AI drives usage underground; certification, role‑based permissions, and monitored adoption create control.* Cyber professionals will shift from rote operations to judgment, governance, and cross‑functional leadership.Who should listen* CEOs and boards deciding on AI adoption and funding* CISOs, security teams, and tech leaders planning workforce reskilling* Policy-makers, nonprofit leaders, and anyone focused on AI ethics and organizational risk🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Tabitha Brown on Building a Business Empire From Authenticity, Ep. #29 25.05.2026 21мин

  In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells interviews Tabitha Brown about the business behind her brand and warmth. Best known for her viral moments and soulful vegan cooking, Tabitha reveals the strategic choices that turned spontaneity into a sustainable brand: closing a restaurant and pivoting into retail, building family-led partnerships, protecting human connection in an AI era, and her plans for a production company focused on supernatural, soul‑centered storytelling.Listen for practical advice on:* How small, consistent actions compound into opportunity* Why in‑the‑moment authenticity is irreplaceable* And how to collaborate with loved ones without blurring boundaries. Warm, candid, and deeply practical, this conversation offers takeaways for creators, leaders, and anyone building something that outlasts AI. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Adecco CEO Denis Machuel Explains The AI Workplace Readiness Gap Crisis, Ep. #28 21.05.2026 24мин

  What does it take to scale AI across an organization? Rachel Wells talks with Denis Machuel, CEO of Adecco Group, about key findings from the newly-released 2026 Business Leaders Report — a survey of 2,000 C‑suite leaders across 13 countries. The conversation reveals a worrying gap: the proportion of “future‑ready” organizations has dropped, and only a minority of leaders have talent strategies that clearly show how AI will create opportunities for workers. Denis argues that successful AI adoption hinges on people‑centered leadership: measuring trust as a business metric, co‑designing job changes with employees, prioritizing upskilling (only 22% of leaders feel confident they’re developing AI skills), and deploying agents where they augment frontline work. He shares real examples from Adecco on how co‑design and focusing agents on client‑facing processes have increased job satisfaction and adoption. A must‑listen for leaders who want to avoid resistance and wasted investment, and instead build an AI‑enabled workforce that works with people, not to replace them.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Leading Artemis II: NASA's Vanessa Wyche on Mission, Teams, and "Grit," Ep. #27 18.05.2026 19мин

  Join Rachel Wells for a conversation with Vanessa Wyche, Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, who led teams on the ground through the Artemis II mission. Vanessa breaks down how mission success is engineered through readiness and systems thinking, and defines “gritty” leadership.She also shares how NASA is bringing AI into everyday work with a “summer of AI” that invited teams to experiment. If you work in high‑stakes decision‑making, building lasting leadership pipelines, or practical AI adoption across functions, this episode is for you.What you’ll learn* How NASA tested Artemis II and built team structures that demand clear judgment * The “summer of AI” approach: treating AI as a tool for every role, from comms to engineers * Vanessa’s leadership framework: vision, readiness, and what “grit” means🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  TikTok, Weddings, Airports: The Weird New Places Companies Recruit, with Dr. Jasmine Escalera (Zety), Ep. #26 11.05.2026 20мин

  What happens when AI makes every resume look perfect? On this episode of Work 2.0 Rachel sits down with Dr. Jasmine Escalera, career expert at Zety, to unpack the rise of “off‑the‑clock” recruiting — hiring that happens in real life, outside job boards and ATS.Highlights you’ll hear:* Shocking hiring hotspots: hiring conversations are happening in restaurants (42%), grocery stores (32%) and even airports (20%).* Why TikTok is now a recruitment channel (it ranked #1 in Zety’s social media research).* Practical advice for candidates and hiring leaders to play the game of offline recruiting fairly to get a win-winWhether you hire, hire for, or are looking for work, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for surprising data, practical tips, and a human‑first take on the future of recruiting.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Coaching for Performance in The Age of AI, With Tiffany Gaskell (CEO, Performance Consultants), Ep. #25 10.05.2026 19мин

  In this episode Rachel speaks with Tiffany Gaskell, CEO of Performance Consultants and co‑author of Coaching for Performance, about how AI is reshaping leadership — for better and worse. The interview unpacks the central tension leaders face today: AI can drive enormous efficiency, but when used as a substitute for presence it can erode trust, psychological safety, and long‑term innovation.Should AI coaches replace human coaches in the professional development and transformation space?Listen to Gaskell’s take and discover what it takes to lead and coach teams in the AI era.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Why Every Founder Needs to Build a Content Engine, With Tyler Denk (beehiiv), Ep. #24 04.05.2026 20мин

  In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Tyler Denk, CEO and co‑founder of beehiiv, to explore how creators, founders, and organizations should rethink content in an AI‑enabled world. Tyler — who helped build Morning Brew’s tech and growth engine and launched beehiiv in 2021 — explains why creator-led strategies are becoming essential business infrastructure, how AI can augment (not replace) unique human expertise, and the practical steps creators can take to scale multi‑channel businesses and monetize effectively.What we coverWhy “abundance” and “diversity” are the defining words for the next wave of creators.How founder‑led marketing builds long‑term customer relationships and brand trust.Practical monetization options creators should consider: ads, subscriptions, and digital products.How AI and custom tools (MCP integrations) can automate tedious tasks — from subject‑line testing to advertiser reports — letting creators focus on differentiated, one‑of‑one content.Key takeawaysVisibility is a long‑funnel business asset — content from founders and leaders converts over time.Use AI to augment workflows (editing, testing, reporting), but prioritize lived experience, unique analysis, and personal perspective that AI cannot replicate.Choose platforms that align with your business model and offer portability and monetization options — avoid closed ecosystems that extract revenue or lock you in.Consistency and experimentation are non‑negotiable for building durable audience businesses.Listen, subscribe, and share — full episode and clips available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Work 2.0’s newsletter. Want exclusive clips and behind‑the‑scenes insights? Subscribe via the link in bio. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  What Employers Actually Want From The Class of 2026 (It’s Not What You Think), With Ian Bell, Ep. #23 27.04.2026 15мин

  In this episode Rachel Wells sits down with Ian Bell, Senior Vice President of Global Talent Management at Sedgwick, to discuss how graduates can stand out in an AI‑shaped job market. Ian explains:* Which human skills still matter to employers* How to tell the story behind your achievements* And why emotional intelligence and adaptability are now the real competitive advantages. You’ll hear practical tips for showcasing impact, thriving in ambiguity, and demonstrating confidence — plus a concrete example of how AI is already being used to surface insights in HR.Tune in for actionable advice for new grads (and anyone changing careers) who want to move beyond polished resumes and show employers the qualities that machines can’t replicate.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Human Jobs Obsolete? Inside The Race To AGI, With "Father of AGI" Dr. Ben Goertzel, Ep. #22 20.04.2026 28мин

  In this urgent, eye‑opening episode of Work 2.0: The Podcast, host Rachel Wells sits down with the father of AGI, Dr. Ben Goertzel (CEO, SingularityNET) to unpack AGI: what it means, how close it really is, and why the next few years could reshape work, wealth, and human purpose. Ben explains the technical ingredients still needed for human‑level AI, the risks of centralized rollout, and a hopeful—yet realistic—vision of abundance if AGI is built with global participation and compassion. If you’re worried about job displacement, curious about UBI, or want practical advice on skills that will matter, this conversation provides clear, actionable insight.Why listen?* Learn why Ben thinks human‑level AGI could arrive within years — and what that means for jobs.* Discover the most resilient skills (math, science, human judgment, rapid adaptability).* Hear a utopian and a cautionary roadmap for rollout, governance, and global equity. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  Doing What Scares You: Artemis II Astronaut Christina Koch on Risk, Repair, and Legacy, Ep. #21 17.04.2026 6мин

  Special episode alert:Christina Koch, astronaut and self‑described “space plumber,” sits down with Rachel Wells for a wide‑ranging short conversation about her Artemis II mission: * What it’s really like to work on the far side of the Moon* The qualities and mantras that enabled her to succeed* And her mission to inspire the next generation of women in STEM🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
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  The Story Behind Artemis II’s Plushie That’s Captivating NASA Fans, With Freelancer.com's Director of Innovation Trisha Epp, Ep. #20 14.04.2026 23мин

  Rachel Wells sits down with Trisha Epp, Director of Innovation at Freelancer.com, to unpack one of the most heartwarming and unexpected stories from Artemis II: the Rise plushie floating in zero gravity. Trisha explains how NASA turned to open innovation to crowdsource a zero-gravity indicator, why the winning design captured the world’s imagination, and how a second-grader’s idea became a historic symbol aboard the spacecraft. Along the way, she reveals behind-the-scenes details about the NASA–Freelancer.com collaboration.Beyond the Rise plushie, Trisha shares how Freelancer.com matches niche expertise to high-stakes problems—from spaceflight software updates to genome-editing research—and why prize competitions and crowdsourcing are changing how organizations solve impossible challenges. Whether you’re curious about Artemis II, dreaming of turning a side hustle into a business, or looking for creative ways to monetize specialized skills, this episode offers practical advice, inspiring stories, and a new perspective on the future of work and innovation.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe