Live Podcast - SXSW Sydney 2025
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When you think about the future of work, are you energised, or quietly terrified? In an era where AI is evolving faster than job titles, the real advantage isn’t predicting what’s next, it’s learning how to adapt, reinvent and stay human in the middle of it all.
In this special live episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked from the SXSW Sydney podcast stage, host Lucy Lin sits down with leaders from LinkedIn, Google Cloud and Microsoft to unpack the mindsets, skills and strategies you actually need to thrive in an age of uncertainty. From empathy, storytelling and human connection to AI fluency and lifelong learning, this conversation goes beyond the buzzwords and into practical, real-world advice.
Tune in for a dynamic, insight-packed discussion filled with key takeaways you can apply immediately to future‑proof your career and navigate the evolving tech landscape with confidence.
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Chapters:
00:00 Emerging Tech Unpacked Live from SXSW Sydney
01:51 Meet the Panellists
04:26 Audrey's Career Journey
06:29 Natalie's Career Journey
09:28 Tim's Career Journey
13:43 Future Skills and Workforce Trends
17:19 Impact of AI on Jobs
21:18 Emerging Technologies and Skills
26:02 Essential Skills for the Future
30:40 Leadership Skills For Fast Moving Times
37:02 Strategies for Staying Updated
39:04 Diving into New Learning Methods
44:35 Gender Differences in AI Upskilling
49:37 The Role of Small Businesses in AI Adoption
51:51 Future Skills and Systems Change
56:58 The Art of Prompting and Critical Thinking
01:00:04 The Power of Storytelling and Personal Branding
01:02:13 Superpowers and Fun Facts
