Rewriting Your Identity in the Age of AI & Curiosity as a Career Strategy with Joe Gagnon

In this episode I sit down with Joe Gagnon to explore what it really means to build a meaningful career in a world that’s changing faster than ever. From leaving a high-paying corporate role to taking a 90% pay cut so he could breathe again, Joe shares how he rebuilt his life, his identity, and his purpose from the ground up. His story reminds me why conversations like this matter—because so many people today feel stuck, disconnected from their work, and unsure of what comes next. Joe talks openly about the soullessness that can exist inside large organisations, and why so many of us end up following systems instead of our own purpose. One of the most powerful threads throughout this conversation is Joe’s belief that thriving requires disruption. From running six marathons on six continents in six days to writing every day for over 4,700 days, he shows what becomes possible when we choose growth over survival. He also reminds us that the real risk is staying where we are, not moving forward. Joe shares how he’s building his current company from hiring curious thinkers to creating an environment rooted in respect, nurturing, boldness, positivity and teamwork. We also talk about the realities of scaling, how AI is transforming small-business sales, and why the best candidates aren’t always the most technical, they're often the ones who show genuine curiosity and bring unexpected insight. Connect With Joe Gagnon https://www.linkedin.com/in/joegagnon/ Connect with the Global Skills Podcast Connect with the Host Vanessa Wainwright LinkedIn Visit Our Website https://www.globalskillspodcast.com Send us an email at [email protected]