Jacinta Whelan and Caroline McAuliffe

The Portfolio Pod

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The Portfolio Pod explores the future of executive careers and work. Hosted by Jacinta Whelan and Caroline McAuliffe, it’s a forum for experts and leaders to discuss how organisations and individuals are evolving. Focused on agency, empowerment, and readiness, the podcast supports those transitioning from traditional roles into portfolio careers. Each episode offers insight into how to be prepared, build market presence, and thrive in a flexible, purpose-driven career.

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Jacinta Whelan and Caroline McAuliffe

Episodes

Military & Commercial Sector Leader | Interim Executive | Non-Executive Director | Strategic Advisor 10.12.2025 44:09

Key Themes 47% of the global workforce identifies as self-employed The gig economy accounts for 12% of the international labour market 52% of professionals seek careers beyond a single employer Portfolio careers require strategic planning, adaptability, and strong personal branding Sustainability depends on financial stability, pipeline management, and self-agency Verbal Introduction In this episo...

Work Futurist | Leadership Expert | Founder of CareerCEO | Author of Future Fit and Adapt 19.11.2025 42:25

Key Themes Portfolio careers are growing 3x faster than traditional employment 68% of professionals want more flexibility, yet only 32% feel they have it By 2030, 50% of high-skilled professionals will work independently Adaptive intelligence is the new currency for career longevity Failure is a feature, not a flaw—especially in non-linear careers Verbal Introduction The world of work is cha...

Longevity, Freedom & Meaning: How Portfolio Work Creates Balance 29.10.2025 46:53

Guest :  Alison Hernandez , Longevity specialist, Future of Work Advisor, founder of Recreate 100, HSM Advisory. Longevity isn’t just about living longer—it’s about maintaining health, mobility, and cognitive function for a fulfilling life As we all live healthier longer work will play an important part in healthy aging People with more autonomy in their work are 55% ha...

The Future of Work: Why One Job May No Longer Be Enough 08.10.2025 44:01

In this episode of The Portfolio Pod, co-hosts Caroline McAuliffe and Jacinta Whelan, explore the seismic shifts redefining the world of work. With traditional career paths giving way to portfolio careers, project-based roles, and flexible work models, we ask:  Is one job still enough? Our guest, Steve Vamos —former CEO of Xero and veteran of Microsoft, Apple, and IBM—shares insig...

The Hallmark Episode — Setting the Scene 08.09.2025 47:19

In this inaugural episode of The Portfolio Pod, co-hosts Caroline McAuliffe and Jacinta Whelan lay the foundation for a series of conversations that explore the evolving nature of executive careers and the future of work. Born from the insights and momentum of their co-authored book, The Rise of the Interim Executive, this episode introduces the why behind the podcast: to create a forum where expe...