Disrupt Your Career

Hosted by Claire Harbour and Antoine Tirard

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Oct 2026

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Welcome to the Disrupt Your Career podcast series hosted by Claire Harbour and Antoine Tirard. We talk with those on the forefront of talent and career management — academics, HR professionals, coaches — to explore the most interesting and cutting edge ideas in the world of career transition and development. Join us as we reimagine careers https://disrupt-your-career.com/.

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October 21, 202613 min

Author Chat: Pivot-Quest by Luis R Baptista and Juliana N Pereira

Your career doesn’t have to follow a straight line. In a world reshaped by AI and changing industries, how can you reinvent yourself with confidence while managing the risks? Luis R. Baptista and Juliana N. Pereira show that successful career pivots start with self-discovery, curiosity, and small steps toward new possibilities. In this edition of Author Chat, Disrupt Your Career speaks with Luis and Juliana about their book, Pivot-Quest, which draws on more than 100 stories from 25 countries to offer a practical framework for navigating career change. They share lessons from remarkable career journeys and explain how to identify transferable skills, explore new directions, and build your next chapter with purpose. Learn more about and order Luis and Juliana’s book Pivot-Quest Luis’ LinkedIn Profile Juliana’s LinkedIn Profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

October 1, 202627 min

Charles Lee: From Success to Meaning – Designing Your Good Life

In this episode, we speak with Charles Lee about his own career journey and what he has learned about designing a good life. We explore how he came to distinguish competence from vocation, why ambitious people can drift toward externally defined success, and what makes a life meaningful. Charles shares how design thinking and experimentation can help us find direction, turn ideas into action, and learn by doing, while reflection helps us tell genuine exploration from simply hiding in busywork. Charles Lee is the Founder and CEO of Ideation, where he helps individuals and organizations turn ideas into meaningful action. His work explores how design thinking, experimentation and reflection can help people make more intentional career and life choices. He has advised leaders across a range of sectors and is the author of Design Your Good Life and Good Idea. Now What? , on purpose, creativity and turning ideas into action. Links from the episode: Charles’ personal homepage Charles’ book Design Your Good Life The Ideation homepage Charles’ LinkedIn profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

September 26, 202612 min

Author Chat: Collective Confidence by André Martin

What separates extraordinary teams from ordinary ones? In his latest book, Collective Confidence , organizational psychologist André Martin explores a powerful but often overlooked factor: the shared belief that a team is capable of achieving something great. Drawing on decades of research, as well as stories from underdog sports teams, submarine crews, creative organizations, and other unlikely high-performing groups, André argues that the collective has become the smallest unit of potential success in a world where increasingly complex challenges cannot be solved alone. In this edition of Disrupt Your Career Author Chat, we speak with André about what collective confidence really means, why it is different from optimism or positive thinking, and how leaders can build it within their teams. We explore some of the principles that help teams believe in their collective capability and turn that belief into action. Order André’s book Collective Confidence André’s Team & Co website André’s LinkedIn profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

September 1, 202637 min

David Timis: Beyond “Will AI Take My Job?” Creating Career Optionality

In this episode, we speak with David Timis, exploring how AI will transform work, with job disruption potentially outpacing job creation. We discuss the skills that will matter most—from communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity to AI literacy, adaptability and resilience—and how to build career optionality through networking, investing in yourself and continuous learning. David also shares his advice on exploring early in your career, learning from failure, and focusing on what you can control. David Timis is a keynote speaker focused on the impact of AI on the future of work. He holds Master’s Degrees in Business Administration and Management and Public Policy, with experience across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. He has guest lectured at renowned universities, including Cambridge University and the College of Europe, and presented for clients such as Google, the European Commission, and TEDx. He was recognized as an Influential Leader and included on the Forbes 30 Under 30 List in Romania. Links from the episode: David’s personal homepage David’s LinkedIn profile David’s talk on TEDxBaiaMare “What Is the Missing Link in the Future of Work?” David’s article on LinkedIn How to Find Fulfilling Work The Economist article by Gita Gopinath recommended by David Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

August 1, 202638 min

Julian Lighton: Navigating Your Next – Find the Clarity, Confidence, and Direction Your Career Needs

In this episode, we speak with Julian Lighton, who reflects on a career driven by curiosity, from law and consulting to leadership, entrepreneurship and executive coaching. Drawing on his book Navigating Your Next, he shares how major career transitions shaped his perspective on decision-making, identity and success, why clarity starts with knowing what you truly want, and how leaders can cut through complexity. Julian discusses the importance of developing people-centric leadership through learning and failure, before sharing the advice he would give his younger self. Julian Lighton is a Silicon Valley-based executive coach, strategist and author. Over a career spanning law, consulting and senior leadership, he held strategy and executive roles at McKinsey, Cisco and Hitachi before becoming an executive coach. He is the author of Navigating Your Next, a practical guide to helping professionals navigate career transitions, define success on their own terms, make better career decisions and approach what’s next with greater clarity. Links from the episode: Julian’s website Julian’s book on Amazon.uk Julian’s book Navigating Your Next on Waterstones Julian’s LinkedIn Profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

July 1, 202640 min

John Tarnoff: The Hidden Power of Career Reinvention

In this episode, we speak with John Tarnoff, who reflects on how repeated career disruptions—from Hollywood to a failed startup—led him to reinvent his own career and develop the Boomer Reinvention framework. He explains why mid-career professionals struggle with transitions, introduces the concept of identifying your “superpower,” and shares practical advice on networking, visibility, and navigating the hidden job market. He also explores ageism, identity, resilience, and the inner work needed to turn career disruption into purposeful reinvention. John Tarnoff is a career transition coach, author, and former Hollywood executive who helps mid- and late-career professionals navigate career change with greater clarity and resilience. After working for decades in entertainment and tech, including at DreamWorks Animation, he shifted into coaching and career strategy. Drawing on his own experiences of reinvention and disruption, he focuses on networking, personal branding, and helping people identify the work they are best suited to do. Links from the episode: John’s book Boomer Reinvention Mid-Career Lab website John’s LinkedIn profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

June 1, 202631 min

Tendayi Viki: From Motion to Momentum — Career Innovation, Reputation and Real Progress

In this episode, we speak with Tendayi about the importance of flexibility in career planning. He shares his journey from academia to innovation consulting, emphasizing the value of seizing opportunities and staying open to new directions. Tendayi differentiates between incremental, adjacent, and transformative career innovation, highlighting the risks of rigid planning and the need to adapt to changing environments. He also stresses the importance of reputation and storytelling, and introduces the concepts of “career theater” and “innovation theater.” Tendayi Viki is an author and advisor to corporate leaders. He specializes in creating buy-in for innovation, transformation and breakthrough ideas. He holds a PhD in Psychology and an MBA. As Partner at Strategyzer, he has worked with leaders and teams to navigate the human elements of innovation, ensuring their initiatives gain the trust, support, and active participation from stakeholders. He has delivered keynotes, led workshops, and advised global organizations including Novartis, Standard Bank, Unilever, Airbus, Pearson, Pfizer, Lufthansa-Airplus and The British Museum. Links from the episode: Tendayi's books Tendayi’s personal website Tendayi’s LinkedIn profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

May 7, 202628 min

Cor Dubois: Build Your Personal Board of Directors – The Key to Smarter Career Decisions

In this episode, we speak with Cor Dubois, who explores how leaders can make more intentional career decisions through a “Personal Board of Directors.” He shares insights on the risks of unstructured career choices, the importance of purpose, network, and strategy, and how diverse external perspectives help uncover blind spots and hidden strengths. The conversation highlights accountability, long-term thinking, and the need for reflection, agility, and human connection in navigating career transitions and the evolving future of work. Cor Dubois is an executive leader and board advisor with experience across telecommunications, entertainment, consumer goods, and consulting, including roles at Nokia-Alcatel-Lucent, BMG, Rothschild Inc, and Market Bridge. He is Founder and Chairman of Stichting Board Companions in the Netherlands, supporting governance in social organizations. Cor also lectures at HEC Paris and INSEAD and contributes to publications such as California Management Review and Harvard Business Review France. Links from the episode: Article ‘ Building a Personal Board of Directors in an Era of Nomadic Careers ’ by Noah Askin and Cor Dubois in California Management Review Cor’s LinkedIn profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

April 1, 202627 min

Selina Millstam: Thriving Careers in the Age of Transparency and Trust

In this episode, we speak with Selina Millstam, who reflects on her career journey from social work to senior HR leadership, driven by a deep curiosity about human behavior. She explores leadership as a “human relating” challenge, the importance of transparency, inclusion, and managing biases, and shares practical insights on well-being, career transitions, and legacy. The conversation also looks ahead to generative AI, emphasizing the need to balance technological progress with a deeply human approach to leadership and organizations. Selina Millstam is an experienced Human Resources and Talent Management executive with a strong track record across the information technology, science and technology, and consulting industries. She specializes in executive and career development, HR consulting, and coaching, helping leaders and organizations navigate growth and transformation. With a Master’s degree in Organizational Change from Ashridge Business School, she brings a practical, business-driven approach to developing talent and building effective, future-ready organizations. She is also co-host of the podcast Plain Speaking, alongside Burak Bakkaloglu. Links from the episode: Selina’s LinkedIn profile Selina’s podcast ‘ Plain Speaking by Selina and Burak’ Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

March 1, 202621 min

Pauline Kiraithe: What It Really Takes to Build a Purposeful Career Over a Lifetime

In this episode, we speak with Pauline Kiraithe, who reflects on curiosity, lifelong learning, and a passion for helping people live intentionally. She shares her journey from corporate HR to entrepreneurship, the personal crisis that sparked her search for purpose, and the realization that “the gift is in you.” Pauline discusses leadership role models, advice for early-career professionals, the importance of nurturing women leaders, and her legacy of being a catalyst for mindset shifts. Dr. Pauline Kiraithe is a Career Transformation Strategist, Executive Leadership Coach, and Founder of Talentgurus@254, one of Kenya’s most recognized career coaching institutions. With 30+ years across banking, NGOs, telecom, retail, media, and consulting, she helps professionals and leaders re-engineer their careers for intentional impact and alignment. She is the author of Owning Your Career and has shaped thousands of careers, becoming a trusted voice on career ownership, leadership identity, and purposeful growth. Links from the episode: Talent Gurus 254 homepage Pauline’s book Owning Your Career Pauline’s LinkedIn profile Thanks for listening! Visit our homepage at https://disrupt-your-career.com If you like the podcast, please take a moment to rate it and leave a review in Apple Podcast

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