How Gen Z Can Get Noticed at Work (What Managers Wish You Knew) | AI, Visibility & Career Growth
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You're doing great work. but is anyone noticing? In this episode, we're breaking down the untold rules of workplace visibility, especially in the age of AI.
If you've ever finished a big project and wondered "did anyone even see what I did?" then this episode is for you. We're sharing the Document → Distill → Deliver framework that helps early-career professionals build confidence from evidence, and how managers can create cultures where good work doesn't stay invisible.
What we cover:
Why "good work speaks for itself" is outdated advice that can stall your career.
How to keep receipts of your wins without feeling fake or braggy.
What managers wish Gen Z knew about making your contributions visible.
How to talk about using AI at work without looking replaceable.
Why visibility isn't vanity. It's information that protects your career.
Practical tools you can start using today (including a weekly reflection habit that can really change how you show up).
This episode is for you if:
You're an early-career professional who feels invisible despite doing solid work;
You're a manager wondering how to help your team advocate for themselves;
You're worried about whether AI is going to replace you;
You want to build real confidence based on evidence of your abilities, not just positive thinking.
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