Hosted by Julie Lavergne · 🇺🇸 US · EN-CA · 62 episodes
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THE FUTURE BELONGS TO GENERALISTSWhat exactly does that mean? Join Julie Lavergne as she dissects the unique skills, mindset, and the edge that Generalists have on navigating complex problems. If picking a single lane feels uncomfortable, if your light needs to shine brighter, or even be seen, this show is for you.
Julie Lavergne hosts The Generalist Advantage, a business show with 62 episodes published.
Why Listen: You’re trying to influence systems that are rigid, slow, or highly structured—and want a more practical way to do it Episode Description: Local government sits at the intersection of policy, process, and real
Why Listen: You want better tools for helping others “get it,” especially when the topic is complex, cross-functional, or emotionally charged. Episode Description: Analogies aren’t just clever turns of phrase—they're too
Why Listen: You understand your value—but struggle to explain it in a way others immediately get. Description: Heather Cayouette didn’t write a book to buildauthority—she wrote it because she couldn’t clearly explain wha
Why Listen: You’re ready to move beyond job titles and explore what impact looks like on your own terms. Description: What if your career didn’t need a linear path or even a defined destination? In this conversation, we
Why Listen: If you’re considering going out on your own—but don’t want to start from zero. Episode Description: There’s a mismatch in the market: thousands of small business owners want out, and very few buyers feel equi
Why Listen: If you’re juggling multiple interests but struggling to turn them into something coherent. Episode Description: Dustin Miller, known as “PolyInnovator,” has spent years building a life—and a system—around one
Why Listen: You hadn’t connected the dots between generalists and improv. Episode Description: What does improv have to do with leadership, confidence, and staying in the game—especially for generalists navigating change
Why Listen: You’ve never fit neatly into a job description—and now AI doesn’t either. Episode Description: What does it take to think clearly—and build systems—in a world of endless AI possibilities? In this follow-up ep
Why Listen: You’ve never fit neatly into a job description—and now AI doesn’t either. Episode Description: We explore what it means to be an AI generalist in a rapidly shifting world of work. Our guest is Alex Poulin — a
Why Listen: You see patterns, connect dots, and spark change—but feel invisible. Episode Description: What does it mean to thrive as a generalist in a world that still rewards specialization? In this conversation, Siobhá
Why Listen: You’re tired of advice that says “pick one focus” and want to hear a different take from someone who didn’t niche — and still succeeded. Episode Description: What does it take to run seven businesses, coach o
Why Listen: You want to understand how AI is reshaping strategy, roles, and value delivery in professional services. Episode Description: In this forward-looking conversation, Jen Rice, founder of Groundbreaking, joins t
Why Listen: You’ve worked across roles, industries, or functions, and you’re wondering how to turn that range into a leadership advantage. Episode Description: Do you need to be a generalist to rise the ranks of the orga
Why Listen: You want to celebrate as a proud generalist. Episode Description: In this special 50th episode of The Generalist Advantage, host Julie Lavergne reflects on the journey so far—how the podcast began, the surpri
Why Listen: You’re juggling many interests and wonder how to turn that into a sustainable, joyful way of working and living. Description: In this episode, we explore what it means to live and work as a polymath with Barb
Why Listen: You’re craving more meaning and calm in your personal or professional life—and curious how others are redefining ambition and impact. Episode Description: What does it take for businesses to become AI-ready?
Why Listen: You’re craving more meaning and calm in your personal or professional life—and curious how others are redefining ambition and impact. Episode Description: After a thoughtful parental leave, Cailin Hillier ret
Why Listen: You want to lead like a founder—even if you’re not in tech. Episode Description: What does it really take to lead a small, mission-driven organization through massive growth? In this conversation, we speak wi
Why Listen: You’re tired of permission-based culture and curious about systems built on trust and autonomy. Description: Is the traditional org chart on its last legs? In this provocative conversation, organizational fut
Why Listen: If you’re in growth mode and want to learn from a generalist who’s DONE it. Description: In this special two-hour conversation, Andrew Waitman—former CEO of Assent, Order of Ottawa inductee, and one of Canada
Dustin Miller
PolyInnovator
1 appearance on this show
Joel Zeff
keynote speaker, improvisational humorist, author
1 appearance on this show
Anna Lundberg
1 appearance on this show
Casey Woo
CEO & Founder · FOG Ventures + Operators Guild
1 appearance on this show
Bradley Rausch
founder · Level Up Influence
1 appearance on this show
Michelle Schafer
career transition and leadership coach · Schafer Coaching
1 appearance on this show
Jennifer Davis
Managing Director of Techstars Boston / Suffolk Technologies · Central States Building Works
1 appearance on this show
Brandon Lee
Business Alignment Coach · Aristotle Pacific Capital
1 appearance on this show
Brian Mitchell
Christmas Lights Detangler · South African boxing
1 appearance on this show
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The Generalist Advantage is hosted by Julie Lavergne. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 62 episodes.
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