Meagan Williamson: The Power of Pinterest, Search and AI
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Release Date: 09/13/2024
Canadian Perspective on US Politics and Values
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
In this episode of Hope and Possibilities, I share a personal reflection on what’s unfolding in the United States—and why it feels both shocking and familiar to me. I spent nearly 18 years in global financial services, 16 of them working closely with American clients, many based in Minnesota. That experience gave me an inside view of how U.S. systems shape people’s daily lives—and where those systems quietly fail. Long before today’s headlines, I began making deliberate choices to reduce American exposure in my work and center my career in Canada and other global contexts where...
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Self-Trust and Inner Practices
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
There’s a lot of data showing that trust in governments, institutions, and organizations is declining worldwide. Employers were once considered the last trusted institution—and even that is eroding. As someone who has spent years working independently, I’ve often noticed that these conversations leave out people like us entirely. When you don’t have an employer, trust shows up differently. Stability looks different. And the relationship you have with yourself matters more than most people realize. So I wanted to start there. I talk about what it actually means to trust yourself when...
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Beyond Hybrid/Remote: Leadership Decisions That Will Define the Next Decade
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
In this episode of the Hope and Possibilities Podcast, I talk about what I’m seeing for 2026 and the future of work. My focus is shifting from solely helping companies adopt hybrid and remote work to looking at leadership more broadly. Flexibility, autonomy, and well-being aren’t just perks anymore—they’re core to how people want to work and how organizations succeed. We’ll talk about the pressures around office return mandates, AI, and workforce reduction, and why I don’t buy the narrative that humans are expendable. Instead, leadership in the future is about reinvention,...
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How I’m Rethinking My LinkedIn Strategy for the Future: Designing for Future Focused Visibility That Feels Good
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
In this solo episode of Hope and Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work, I’m talking honestly about how LinkedIn and social media are changing, and what that means for how I show up, get found, and build my business. I share how I went from casually using LinkedIn to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice with a “small but mighty” following, and why the latest algorithm shifts are nudging me to rethink my strategy. I get into what’s really going on with discoverability, including how proxy bias can quietly disadvantage women, people of color, trans folks, and anyone who...
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Let's Talk Thought Leadership and Podcasting in Canada with Amanda Cupido
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Amanda Cupido — Founder of Lead Podcasting, author (including "Let's Talk Podcasting for Kids"), experienced broadcaster, keynote speaker, and TEDx presenter. Episode Themes Canadian Podcasting Gaps: Discussion on how most resources are American, and the importance of Amanda’s contribution as an author of uniquely Canadian podcasting resources. Early Audio Influences: Amanda’s lifelong fascination with audio and radio, and her journey into podcasting, contrasted by Nola’s experience with talk radio growing up. Podcasting for Kids: Insights from Amanda’s new book...
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Flexibility, Advocacy, and the Politics of Care
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
If you say you don’t want to be political, it’s often because the system is already working for you. For those of us who’ve had to fight for flexibility, access, or equity—that’s never been an option. The Privilege of Silence When someone says, “I don’t do politics,” what they’re really saying is that they’re comfortable with the way things are. That comfort signals that their own ease matters more than the discomfort others experience under the same system. For many people—including me—that kind of silence has never been an option. Personal Experience...
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Practical Futurism for Daily Life
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
Practical Futurism for Daily Life Hope & Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work In this episode, I share how I think about futurism not just as theory, but as something you can actually live. My focus has always been: how do we bring futurism into daily life? How do the choices we make today move us closer to the future we want? I talk about the future-back method I first learned at the Institute for the Future, why noticing matters more than prediction, and how small shifts in attention can help you navigate change with more agency and optimism. In this episode, I...
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What Got You Here, Won't Get You There
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
🎙️ Hope and Possibilities with Nola Simon 🗓️ Episode Title: What Got You Here, Won't Get You There 🧭 Length: ~20 minutes 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts ✨ Episode Summary (from me, Nola): In this episode, I reflect on a concept that’s been showing up in a lot of places in my life and work lately: “What got you here won’t get you there.” It’s a phrase I learned from Marshall Goldsmith, and it’s one that keeps offering new layers of meaning the more I sit with it. I talk about how this idea plays out in leadership — especially the shift from...
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Presence, Work, and AI: Stories Beyond Location
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
🎙️ Episode Title Presence, Work, and AI: Stories Beyond Location 📖 Episode Summary In this episode of Hope & Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work, I dive into a theory I’ve been working on: our stories about work are deeply tied to presence—but not always in the ways we think. When I look back on my own career, most of my success stories didn’t happen in person. They happened over the phone, on a webinar, or through a screen. I rarely met my clients face-to-face, and yet that work shaped everything I achieved. Along the way, I’ve noticed how much...
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Podcasting as Leadership
Hope + Possibilties: A Love Letter to the Future of Work
**Podcasting as Leadership and Cultural Stewardship** Podcasting isn’t just a marketing tool for me—it’s a form of leadership and cultural stewardship. I’ve learned since 2021 that holding the mic comes with real ethical responsibility. I’m not just shaping conversations; I’m shaping culture. What I choose to amplify, who I invite, and how I edit all have long-term impact. **How I Choose and Work With Guests** I’m a big believer in trust and long-term relationships. I follow people for years, watching for consistency and authenticity before I invite them on. Cold...
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- Host: Nola Simon
- Guest: Meagan Williamson, Pinterest Marketing Expert
- Overview:
In this episode, Nola Simon interviews Meagan Williamson, a seasoned Pinterest marketing expert. They discuss Meagan's background, her transition from educational psychology to Pinterest marketing, and her insights on using Pinterest effectively for business growth. - Key Topics:
- Megan's Background:
- Originally trained as a school psychologist in Canada and the UK.
- Transitioned to blogging and social media content creation, discovering a passion for Pinterest.
- The Importance of Content Repurposing:
- Meagan emphasizes the benefits of repurposing content across different platforms and its positive impact on mental health.
- Upcoming Pinterest Challenge:
- Meagan is hosting a free Pinterest challenge starting September 23rd, designed to help participants grow their audience quickly.
- The challenge is open to all levels, from beginners to experienced marketers.
- Work-Life Balance:
- Discussion on how Meagan structured her business around her family life, allowing for flexibility and time spent outdoors.
- AI and Pinterest:
- Insights on how AI is being integrated into Pinterest marketing strategies and the importance of ethical use of AI tools.
- Pinterest Trends for 2024:
- Meagan shares her thoughts on Pinterest's trend predictions and the importance of focusing on evergreen content.
- Megan's Background:
- Quotes:
- "I love teaching and I love teaching live."
- "You have to be patient with search platforms like Pinterest."
- Call to Action:
- Listeners are encouraged to join Meagan's Pinterest challenge for hands-on learning and community support.