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#88 Zigzag Your Way to Something Better: A Conversation with Calvin Briffa.

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In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Calvin Briffa, Technology Consultant, for a grounded conversation about the realities behind career growth in today’s fast-moving, AI-driven world. We unpack what it feels like to be let go early in your career and how moments like these can quietly reshape your direction. Calvin shares his perspective on the illusion of overnight success, highlighting the years of uncertainty, experimentation, and persistence that often go unseen.

We also explore the growing dilemma around AI—whether to deepen your existing skills or leverage technology to move faster—and what this means for staying relevant in an evolving landscape. Along the way, we discuss zigzag career paths, why they’re more common than we think, and how embracing non-linear growth can lead to more meaningful and intentional outcomes.

This is a conversation about resilience, adaptability, and learning to navigate a career that doesn’t follow a straight line.

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