July 13, 2025

The Future of Job Search! This AI Career Tool Builds Your Story | Vrijen Attawar and Logan Currie

In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, host Vit Lyoshin speaks with Vrijen Attawar and Logan Currie, co-founders of Careerspan — an AI-powered platform redefining how people build, communicate, and grow their careers.

Vrijen, a former McKinsey consultant, and Logan, an education and edtech leader, share their journey from one-on-one coaching to launching a scalable, AI-driven career tool that acts like a lifelong career companion. They dive into why resumes are outdated, how their platform captures “career IP” (your skills, stories, and values), and how AI can make the job search more personalized, equitable, and reflective of who you really are.

We also explore the challenges of building an AI product rooted in deep self-reflection, the importance of semantic reasoning in hiring, and what the future of job search might look like without traditional resumes.

If you're in the job market, exploring your next move, or simply curious about how AI is transforming career development, this episode offers practical insights and a bold vision for the future of work.

Careerspan is a free, AI-powered career platform that turns coaching conversations into a rich, 3-D profile of your strengths, values, and working style, then matches you with roles where you’ll thrive. Claim your all-summer free access here: https://app.mycareerspan.com/create-account?oid=hourofinnovation

Show Notes

Vrijen Attawar is the co-founder and CEO of Careerspan. With a background in strategy consulting at McKinsey and an MBA from Cornell, Vrijen brings a deep understanding of business and talent development. He’s passionate about using AI to democratize access to personalized career coaching and help people discover and express their unique value.

Logan Currie is the co-founder and COO of Careerspan. With experience in education, edtech, and international program design, she brings a strong focus on learning, human-centered design, and equity. Logan leads Careerspan’s product and user research efforts, ensuring that the platform not only delivers results but also feels deeply personal and supportive to its users.

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Takeaways

Job searching is increasingly difficult and requires resilience.
AI can enhance career development by providing personalized insights.
The traditional resume is becoming obsolete in favor of more dynamic representations of skills.
Self-reflection is crucial for career advancement and should be encouraged.
Community support among founders can lead to collaborative success.
Understanding the difference between technical and human problems is essential for product development.
Transparency in AI tools is necessary to build user trust.
Career companions can help individuals navigate their professional journeys more effectively.
The job market is shifting towards referrals and networking rather than traditional applications.