AI For Better Career Resilience: A Tech Optimist's Perspective

70% of people find their next job through introductions, not through sending out resumes. Former academic and AI expert Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares practical insights on building career resilience in an AI-driven world.

Joan brings her experience from building infrastructure for Alexa and Siri, surviving two major tech layoffs, and successfully pivoting to run her own AI consultancy. She discusses how small teams are leveraging AI to generate millions in revenue, ways businesses can start implementing AI solutions, and why the future of work requires both technical skills and strong human connections.

Key topics covered:

• Building multiple income streams for career resilience and stability
• How small businesses and enterprises can effectively implement AI
• The importance of quality data before implementing AI solutions
• Finding the balance between AI-driven productivity and burnout
• Future opportunities in AI across healthcare, agriculture, and climate tech

Whether you're a business owner looking to implement AI or a professional wanting to future-proof your career, this conversation offers practical perspectives on thriving in an AI-enhanced future.

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