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Your AI Roadmap

Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 51

Your AI Roadmap the podcast is on a mission to decrease fluffy HYPE and talk to the people actually building AI. Anyone can build in AI. Including you.

Whether you’re terrified or excited, there’s been no better time than today to dive in! Now is the time to be curious and future-proof your career and ... ultimately your income.

This podcast isn't about white dudes patting themselves on the back, this is about you and me and ALL the paths into cool projects around the world!

What's next on your AI Roadmap? Let's figure it out together. You ready? This is Your AI Roadmap the Podcast.

Ready for more about the age of AI, projects, careers, money, and joy?
Check out the podcast's companion Wiley book: YourAIRoadmap.com

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🇨🇦 Canada - technology
11/06/2025
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To the Graduating Class of 2025: Real Talk Career Advice for High School and College Grads

Season 2 · Episode 26

Saturday, June 7, 2025 • Duration 18:45

What's strong advice for graduates in 2025?

[Audio fixed! Thank you to our devoted listeners for letting us know about the echo issue on the first upload! :D]

Worried about careers in the age of AI?

What advice would you give graduates about to embark on modern careers?

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses career paths for high school graduates, emphasizing the importance of being strategic in education and exploring various options.

School teaches you something different from modern jobs.

Traditional careers are evolving in front of our eyes.

Stability is not guaranteed... so what do YOU do??!?!?!

She outlines 3 main paths: traditional college education, trade skills, and digital businesses. Joan stresses the significance of a growth mindset, financial literacy, and self-care in navigating the evolving job market influenced by AI.

📘 Check out the Amazon Instant Bestselling Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy

Sound Bites

"You can make money and own your time."
"Curiosity is key in a fast-changing world."
"You can make more money, I promise you."

Takeaways

📚 Education: Consider being a B + student to explore opportunities.
🔧 Trades: Trade skills can lead to lucrative and stable careers.
💻 Business: Digital businesses offer scalability and flexibility.
🌱 Wellness: Self-care is essential for long-term success.
🧠 Mindset: Curiosity and a growth mindset are crucial in today's world.
💰 Finance: Understanding financial aspects is key to stability. (Section 2 of the Your AI Roadmap book!)
📈 Growth: Feedback helps in personal and professional growth.
🤖 Technology: The job market is changing rapidly due to AI.
🎯 Career: Explore various career paths beyond traditional education.
🚀 Future: The future holds new opportunities for graduates.

Learn More

YouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmap
Connect with Joan on LinkedIn

✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!

Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

Disclaimer: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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Car Purchase Gone Wrong to Hardware Lifecycles and Building AI Products You Want

Season 2 · Episode 25

Sunday, June 1, 2025 • Duration 14:56

What if the product you want doesn't yet exist?

We start with the example of a car buying experience gone wrong...

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses her experiences with car purchasing, the challenges of hardware development, and the democratization of AI.

She reflects on her search for a new car that meets her criteria, highlighting the lack of options designed for women. Joan contrasts the lengthy and complex process of hardware development in car manufacturing and medical hardware as contrasting the rapid pace of AI and software innovation, encouraging listeners to explore building their own AI products.

Resources Mentioned for Your Own AI Products

ChatGPT, Cursor, Hugging Face

Sound Bites

"I have a very old car from 2008."
"I would love to get an electric car."
"Hardware is hard, it's difficult."

Takeaways

🚗 Design: Joan highlights the lack of cars designed for women in the market.

💰 Cost: She mentions the high costs associated with developing new cars.

⚙️ Comparison: Joan contrasts hardware development with the speed of AI and software innovation.

🧠 Encouragement: She encourages listeners to build their own AI products, even without coding skills.

🌍 Access: Joan notes the democratization of AI development, making it accessible to many.

🔄 Iteration: She reflects on the iterative process of software development compared to hardware.

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YouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmapConnect with ✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: . Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

“Everyone got laid off but me” Stories of Layoffs and Career Surprises

Season 2 · Episode 16

Thursday, February 27, 2025 • Duration 05:39

Layoffs keep happening. Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the emotional and practical challenges of navigating layoffs and job insecurity. She shares a personal story about a friend facing layoffs in her workplace where her boss and her whole team gets let go ... except for her.

She emphasizes the importance of resilience and financial stability. Joan also highlights her own experience with multiple income streams as a strategy for future-proofing one's career and finances, encouraging listeners to take proactive steps in uncertain times.

Your AI Roadmap Book

💰 Having a financial safety net can ease the stress of job insecurity.
📈 Diversifying income streams is crucial for financial stability.
💼 Understanding your worth in the job market is essential.
💪 Resilience is built through past experiences and learning.
🚀 Taking action can help mitigate feelings of scarcity.

Support the show

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YouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmap
Connect with Joan on LinkedIn

✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!

Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

Help me find a NYC Venue for the Book Tour? March 29, 2025

Season 2 · Episode 15

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 • Duration 02:06

🗽 Hey NYC, can YOU help me find a venue for a book event?📚

Got a lead? Email hello@hireclarity.ai

Here's what we're looking for:

Location: NYC 🗽
Bookstore. Library. Restaurant. Coffee shop. Offices 🚚📚
Date: Saturday, March 29th (could shift to Friday if needed)📅
Capacity: 20-50 people 👥
Time: Afternoon or evening 🌇

Our Portland book event was SOLD OUT and a huge hit! 🎉

📖 We're aiming for the same here. The venue doesn’t have to be a bookstore or library—we can ship books for signing.

> Know someone who might be willing to host?

Would be sooo appreciative! You get a signed book copy as a finders fee!
Please comment below or DM with any recommendations

Thanks so much for your help! 🤩🔍

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Connect with Joan on LinkedIn

✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!

Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

3 Steps to Take ASAP if YOU are Worried about Layoffs

Season 2 · Episode 14

Sunday, February 16, 2025 • Duration 22:02

Are you ready if you got laid off tomorrow? 3 steps to take ASAP

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses being in 2 layoffs and actionable steps to take if you’re feeling fear

Learn 3 Steps to take ASAP if you are concerned about AI layoffs... and 50% of Americans are experiencing layoff anxiety according to Harvard Business Review research.

Are you experiencing the anxiety??

Let's take action!

Resources:

💵 Emergency Fund: SoFi High Yield Savings Account (HYSA) that pays you 3.8% APY, Get $325 that you can put towards your Emergency Fund!
💰Joan's recommended Money Tools
❤️Brand Builder 101 Course: 8 Templates for your Personal Brand and Networking Skills Today ($27)
📘Your AI Roadmap Book: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy was an INSTANT Amazon Bestseller and has been featured in Forbes!

👀 Check out Joan's LinkedIn with over 16k followers

✅ Takeaways

🤝 70% of people found jobs through introductions after layoffs after COVID according to LinkedIn research. People people people
🌟 Building a personal brand is essential for career resilience.
💰 An emergency funds today need to cover 12 months of expenses.
🧘 Mental and physical health are crucial during job uncertainty.
🔗 Networking is a continuous effort, especially during layoffs.💼 LinkedIn is a powerful tool for job searching and networking.📝 Regularly update your online professional presence.🤝 Invest time in building relationships within your industry.❤️ Take care of your emotional and physical well-being during stressful times.🙌 You are not alone. Many are facing similar challenges.

My friend makes $1.3M per year but... sneak peek of Wealth Building Part 2 of Book

Season 2 · Episode 13

Saturday, February 1, 2025 • Duration 15:10

Ready to talk about money in the age of AI?

Here’s a story about my friend who works in AI and makes $1.3M base salary per year… but there’s a catch …

In this bonus episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares a sneak peak of Chapter 9 of the Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy book. She discusses the critical importance of financial security, especially in the rapidly evolving field of AI.

How to future-proof your finances in the age of AI?

She emphasizes the need for financial literacy, multiple income streams, and the ability to future-proof one's income against job instability. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she encourages listeners to take control of their financial futures and explore various avenues for income generation.

Sound Bites:

"You need to have your own money."
"Only one job and paycheck is risky."
"Join me in building wealth. It's a fun place to be, come join me."

Want to learn more?

Get all the money building templates and frameworks in the book

✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy

💰 Financial security is essential in the age of AI.
📈 Understanding your worth and negotiating contracts is crucial.
🌟 Having a personal brand can enhance career opportunities.
💡 Multiple income streams provide stability and freedom.
📚 Financial literacy can prevent being trapped in a job.
📖 Real-life stories illustrate the importance of financial planning.
🚀 Income expansion is necessary for financial independence.🔮 Future-proofing your income is vital in a changing job market.🗣️ It's important to talk openly about money and finances.🎓 Investing in yourself and your education pays off in the long run.

BONUS DeepSeek Shocks the Market! Competitive Strengths and Weaknesses

Season 2 · Episode 12

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 • Duration 20:42

What is DeepSeek??! Let's unpack DeepSeek strengths and weaknesses.

Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the emergence of DeepSeek, a new AI startup, and its implications in the AI landscape. She compares DeepSeek with established players like OpenAI, highlighting its open-source model, cost efficiency, and performance capabilities. The conversation also touches on concerns regarding information suppression and the future dynamics of the AI market, emphasizing the need for diverse competitors in the field.

In this episode, she talks about stock, valuations, the US economy, hype, and bloat of AI companies,
.... and stability of who will be winning in the AI market in the years to come

Got questions? Send an email to hello@hireclarity.ai

Make a free DeepSeek account: https://www.deepseek.com

AI Tools I Love #3 Perplexity Episode: https://yourairoadmap.buzzsprout.com/2358279/episodes/16318382-031-ai-tools-i-love-3-perplexity-search-with-citations-images-and-no-ads

Takeaways

🌟 DeepSeek is a new player in the AI market.
🔄 OpenAI has shifted from its original open-source vision.
🛠️ DeepSeek's model is fully open source, promoting transparency.
💰 The cost of using DeepSeek is significantly lower than OpenAI.
⚙️ DeepSeek achieves comparable results with fewer resources.
📊 Evaluations show DeepSeek can outperform ChatGPT in specific tasks.
❓ Concerns exist regarding information suppression in AI responses.
📈 The AI market is evolving with new entrants like DeepSeek.
🔋 Future AI developments may require less processing power.
🚀 Liquid AI from MIT is another notable competitor in the space.

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Learn MoreYouTube! Watch the episode live Connect with ✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: . Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

A Game Designer, AI, and Your Money Making Money

Season 2 · Episode 11

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 • Duration 07:39

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek talks about meeting a game designer who expresses concerns about the impact of AI on job security in the gaming industry. The designer reflects on the historical context of technological changes in animation and how similar fears are emerging with AI.

The conversation shifts to financial ambitions, where the designer discusses her desire to invest in her future amidst uncertainties at work. Joan emphasizes the importance of proactive financial planning, exploring side hustles, and the potential of high-yield savings accounts to achieve personal goals.

"AI is really scary to me." - Game Designer

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🧠 AI is causing anxiety in various industries, including game design.

💼 Financial discussions are becoming more prevalent in workplaces.

💪 Investing in oneself is crucial during uncertain times.

🚀 Career security concerns can motivate individuals to seek financial independence.

💰 High-yield savings accounts can significantly benefit personal finance.

🛠️ Exploring side hustles can provide additional income opportunities.

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My Mentor Made Me Happy Cry! Clips from Seattle Book Launch Event

Season 2 · Episode 10

Saturday, January 18, 2025 • Duration 06:46

Clips from the Seattle Book Launch Event!

In this conversation, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares the stage with her mentor Kimfer Flanery-Rye (she/her) to discuss the book, their relationship, and a lens of integrating a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens on the book's work. Kimfer emphasizes the importance of feedback and collaboration in her work and shares personal anecdotes that highlight the value of supportive networks.

Buy the Your AI Roadmap Book!

💡 Takeaways

🌍 Community support is vital for women entrepreneurs.
💪 Mentorship can reshape narratives and perspectives.
🤝 Networking is best when it focus on relationships, not just sales.
🔄 The give-get principle is essential in networking.
👥 Personal relationships can grow from professional connections.

Joan is fearless! (Not true!)

📝 Feedback from peers can enhance creative work.
🎉 Events can create memorable moments beyond the main agenda.
🚀 Fearlessness in outreach can lead to new opportunities.
🛠️ Support systems are key to overcoming challenges.

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Connect with Joan on LinkedIn

✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!

Who is Joan?
in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

Sneak Peek! Chapter 1 of Your AI Roadmap (Future-Proof Your Career)

Season 2 · Episode 10

Thursday, January 9, 2025 • Duration 21:45

Ready for a preview of the book? In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses her new book "Your AI Roadmap," which serves as a roadmap for navigating careers in the age of AI. She shares personal experiences of job loss, the importance of resilience, and strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome.

📚 Get the book today! YourAIRoadmap.com/book

The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindset, networking, and the societal structures that impact career trajectories, particularly for women and marginalized groups. Joan provides practical advice and resources for listeners to future-proof their careers and build fulfilling professional lives.

💼 The reality of job volatility in the age of AI is undeniable.

💡 Building a personal brand and network is essential for career resilience.

🧠 Mindset and resilience are crucial for navigating career challenges.

🤝 Networking is a skill that can be learned and improved.

🛠️ Practical tools and resources are available to help future-proof careers.

Sound Bites

"I could lose my job in a second."
"If you believe you can, you can."
"You deserve to be in the room."

Learn more at: YourAIRoadmap.com

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✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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