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Unfinished Thoughts

Unfinished Thoughts

By Yolanda Yu Miaomiao

Welcome to a place where thinking never stops. Because the moment human beings finish thinking, they start to believe those thoughts are truth and cast them in stone.

This podcast contains, as the name indicates, the unfinished thoughts by Yolanda Yu, a seasoned career and leadership coach. While the topics are dressed up in executive career development, strategy, leadership presence, and etc, at core, it is about personal growth and how we live a life in this wonderful world.

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Futureproofing Your Career 2. How to dance with uncertainty, with Daniel Pieper, ex-CIO, Hoolah

Unfinished ThoughtsMay 02, 2024

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Futureproofing your career 4. How to ride the waves of innovation, with Niharika Chaturvedi, Head of HR, Talent Advisory, Olofsson & Company

Futureproofing your career 4. How to ride the waves of innovation, with Niharika Chaturvedi, Head of HR, Talent Advisory, Olofsson & Company

Join Niharika Chaturvedi, Head of HR, Olofsson and Company, and me for a live webinar on career resilience in the evolving landscape of technology.

As a million-dollar-biller headhunter, Niharika has expertly navigated numerous technology innovation cycles. Her journey from consulting to becoming an award-winning HR leader in start-ups and FinTech showcases her relentless reinvention and learner’s spirit.


In this insightful session, you will discover:

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: How do some thrive while others struggle during technological shifts? Learn the traits that differentiate winners from those left behind.- 𝐀𝐈’𝐬 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Understand the immediate effects of artificial intelligence on organizational culture and job structures.- 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬: Gain practical tips for job searching effectively amidst ongoing changes.


Prepare to walk away with actionable insights that can help you not just survive, but thrive in your career.

May 15, 202401:00:22
Futureproofing your career 3. Demystifying the drama of AI invasion, with Natu Lauchande, ex-CTO, Credrails

Futureproofing your career 3. Demystifying the drama of AI invasion, with Natu Lauchande, ex-CTO, Credrails

Is the AI threat real or just hype? Join my conversation with Natu Lauchande to hear the perspective of an AI-insider. Natu is the ex-CTO and co-founder of Credrails, a SoftBank-backed fintech startup in Africa. A data-driven technologist specializing in AI, machine learning, analytics, and distributed systems, Natu co-invented a patent, published in journals, and contributed to open-source software. He is an active speaker and published author on Machine Learning with an international publisher. Natu's decade-long professional journey spans six cities, two continents, and diverse roles ranging from the world’s leading cloud provider to dynamic data startups.

May 09, 202401:02:23
Futureproofing Your Career 2. How to dance with uncertainty, with Daniel Pieper, ex-CIO, Hoolah

Futureproofing Your Career 2. How to dance with uncertainty, with Daniel Pieper, ex-CIO, Hoolah

Will AI replace us all? Join Yolanda Yu, a seasoned career coach with a tech industry background, as she chats with Daniel Pieper, ex-CIO and co-founder of the fintech startup Hoolah. They’ll explore what AI and technological advancements mean for our careers and share strategies to stay relevant and resilient.
Tune in as Daniel shares his journey from tech leader to successful entrepreneur, and discusses his approach to navigating change. They'll tackle everything from the role of AI in the future of work to building career resilience in an unpredictable world.
Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation filled with real-life experiences and practical advice.

May 02, 202401:08:19
Futureproofing Your Career 1. How to fall in love with AI, with Kevin Pereira, MD, Blu Artificial Intelligence

Futureproofing Your Career 1. How to fall in love with AI, with Kevin Pereira, MD, Blu Artificial Intelligence

An enlightening session between Kevin Pereira, Managing Director at Blu Artificial Intelligence, and Yolanda Yu, a seasoned career and leadership coach, as they explore the vibrant intersection of AI and career development in our series, "FutureProof Your Career: How to Fall in Love with AI." Dive into a discussion that demystifies AI and unveils practical strategies for integrating it into your professional life. Whether you're an AI novice or a tech enthusiast, this fireside chat will transform your perspective on AI, offering expert insights on how to harness its power to future-proof your career.

Apr 24, 202401:07:34
Specificity: Learnings from drama class, Strategic thinking, and Speaking with a Clear head

Specificity: Learnings from drama class, Strategic thinking, and Speaking with a Clear head

Because the moment human beings stop or finish thinking, they start to think those thoughts are truth and those thoughts are cast in stone.


Explore the concept of specificity in strategy, communications, personal branding, and being able to act on what we know.

Apr 18, 202433:54