Unemployed & Afraid

The magic of these personal stories of business-building is that you sometimes hear things that just properly land for you, on a deeply personal level. At the very least you hear something that feels similar to the experience you’ve had, or are having, that gives you a little piece of yourself back - and enough courage to keep going. If you’re building a business, it’s highly likely you’ll have that experience listening to this chat, because these wonderful humans share so much valuable insight. We talk about getting clear on who your customer is before you’ll start to see some momentum. About being truly customer first - putting value out into the world for free before figuring out how you might make a living from it The transition from free to paid And the role patience, trust and self-belief simply has to have in business building These generous women help create a smooth and joyful life abroad for their clients, and will do the same here for you today in the sharing of their story. Listen to their Podcast Follow them on IG Check out their Website And follow them on TikTok And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura McConnell Conti is co-founder of #GoKindly, a high-quality bedding basics brand, BCorp, and social Enterprise making the world kinder by donating 50% of profits to women in need. In this episode Laura shares why she built her business without knowing what product or brand would be the vessel, instead focusing on the operating model first… You see, she knew what type of business she wanted to be, one with positive social and environmental impact at the core – and knew the product would reveal itself as she went along. You’ll hear about why considering your social impact, in any business at any stage, is simply a must do. Laura also shares her experience growing up in a fundamentalist community. She opens up in a way that is so generous to others who may have a history or present with this challenge, sharing how that experience, and her experience in a corporate environment that left much to be desired, has formed her into the strong, powerful, grounded and kind person she is today. Laura leaves you feeling like everything is possible, like your voice and your work matters – because it does. If you’re ready to feel empowered to truly own who you are in this world and make an impact with the work that you do, this chat is for you. Follow #GoKindly on IG Check out the Go Kindly Website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another Social Stories episode, where our community of business builders share stories of key moments and evolutions within their own business building journey. This week the community are sharing their answer to “What’s been your hardest lesson as a business owner?” We hear about: Beating down the scarcity complexes and charging what you deserve Being careful in who you take advice from to ensure you don’t stray too far from what YOU innately know you need Why a thick skin is more important than you realise in this game And how normal it is to feel like what you’re doing is never enough… Getting caught up in our own experiences can be overwhelming and sometimes limit our growth, by hearing the lessons of others, and sharing our own lessons, we can reflect and save another business owner from feeling alone in their experience – big wins all round. The brave humans building their businesses and sharing these stories offer so much valuable insight - wherever you're at in your business building journey this episode is guaranteed to reignite your passion for the hustle and support you through your own building blocks. Make sure you're following Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn to be part of the next Social Stories episode, see you on the socials. Big thanks to those who contributed: Patrick Twells from Nomad Designs Mayaan & Gal from Smoozitive Emily from Hazelclean And genius food creator Naomi Sherman And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working crazy hours to build your business, making hundreds of scary decisions, and putting yourself out there to build an engaged audience – your guests today absolutely get the business building feels! Jacinta and Alicia are sisters building the most magical business, The Little Potion co. and on today’s episode we chat about their experience: Working with family Waiting to take the leap to go all in until you can pay yourself just enough to get by The value in building a community and enjoying it while you do Scaling up to hire staff permanently and the new gamut of fear that process induces Trademarking fun… And so much more. We’re here to bring you the stories of business building to support you as you go through it – I know you’ll get bucket loads of value from this glorious story. Connect with The Little Potion Co. on IG Visit The Little Potion Co. Website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another social stories episode, where our community of business builders share stories of key moments and evolutions within their own business building journey. This week the community are answering the curly question of "How did you finance your business?"* An epic one, and a bit of a risk by me as I could have had crickets and ended up filling your ears with just my stories and ramblings, but there were some brave people out there willing to lift the lid in support of others by dropping their stories into the DM’s. We hear about bootstrapping, pre-orders, profit reinvestment for years on end, refinancing, seeking investment and taking big risks. The unknowns around money can be such a blocker in your business creation or scale up, with what we don’t know and are too afraid to ask sometimes being enough of a reason not to do it, so let’s take the weirdness out of money chat and lay it all on the line in the spirit of lifting each other up. The brave humans building their businesses and sharing these stories offer so much valuable insight - wherever you're at in your business building journey this episode is guaranteed to reignite your passion for the hustle and support you through your own building blocks. We're doing this every week - to get involved make sure you're following Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn to grab the weekly question, and simply submit your story via a voice note in the DM's. See you on the socials. *We are not financial advisors and are not offering financial advice, these are just personal stories based on their experience. Big thanks to those who contributed: Bobby Seaford Bonnie Orbison Vanessa Richardson Grace & Marie Alex Nash And those who did so anonymously. And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to you brave human, out there building your brand and your business, or even just thinking about getting started – we’re here to support you on the journey by sharing the no bullsh*t experience. In this chat we hear from Shelley Johnson about her experience setting up her own unique HR consulting firm, super successful podcast, and now her very first book which is a banger. It’s called Sort Your Career Out and Make More Money – I’ve read it, it’s wonderful - whether your career is self-employed, employed by others or a combo of both you will absolutely take something away and be better for having read it. In this chat we talk about understanding you, your unique strengths and values, and how that drives all that you do. We also talk about something that plays on the mind of the business builder a lot – how do you reconcile your different projects under one headline or banner or theme, and do you need to? If you’re taking control of what you do for work and how you do it, this chat is for you. Grab a copy of Shelley and Glen's book Sort Your Career Out and Make More Money Listen to her podcast My Millennial Career Connect with Shelley on LinkedIn and check out her HR Consultancy Boldside Consulting And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the very first social stories episode, where each week our community of business builders share stories of key moments and evolutions within their own business building journey. To kick us off, the community are answering the question "How did you make your first sale?" We hear about straight up rejection, family and friends coming to our rescue, product fails, offering freebies and long, long wait times. The brave humans building their businesses and sharing these stories offer so much valuable insight - wherever you're at in your business building journey this episode is guaranteed to reignite your passion for the hustle and support you through your own building blocks. We're doing this every week - to get involved make sure you're following Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn to grab the weekly question, and simply submit your story via a voice note in the DM's. See you on the socials. Big thanks to those who contributed: Little Shove Alexis Naomi Sherman Jade Bell Shokuiku Sticks and Stardust CW James Ocean to Stable Hazelclean Smoozitive And those who did so anonymously. And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where are you at with your business? Are you in a growth spurt where you’re flying along feeling busy but inspired? Are you suffering a vulnerability hangover after putting something out into the world? Are you doubting your every decision and simultaneously suffering from decision fatigue? We all get those feels, that’s why this podcast is about embracing the journey for all its rollercoaster of emotions and today’s episode with Carly and Aaron, the lovers behind The Proposal Guru, is no exception. In this chat we get real about the experience of building and scaling your business, how bloody scary it can be at times and so much more. We cover what it’s like to go in full time on a side-hustle, jumping out, and going back in again – with two children and no sales leads no less. How to protect yourself from getting spooked off of growing your business (hint comparison is a killer). And the new challenge that comes when you finally get to that stage of building your business when the opportunities come to you. If you’re on the business building journey, this chat is for you. Connect with The Proposal Guru on IG Check out their Website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is filled with deeply insightful and relatable reflections on the journey that is starting and running a business. Tegan, owner of Stump & Co., and all that she shares, is a legit truth bomb. We talk about having the courage to keep asking for what you want, even if you get told no. About working so hard, to the point of exhaustion, because that’s what you think you need to do to be deserving of success. The reality of taking a step back to grow what you want, not just for a few months, but really strapping in for a big change and telling your ego to bugger off while you’re doing it. How heartbreaking business can be, and normalizing the self-doubt cycle you’re on in this game. Whether you’re in need of some business building lessons, or a hit of inspiration to believe in yourself and keep growing, this chat will deliver. She’s refreshingly honest and real, it’s my pleasure to introduce you to Tegan Brennan. Check out Stump & Co. Online Follow Stump & Co on IG and Facebook And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes you find yourself swinging between big ideas and actions in your business, and the desire to pull back into your shell like a little turtle – so if you need some inspo to get out of your shell and back into the game, this chat is for you. Laura Elizabeth is Director of publishing house Maven Press, a Multi bestselling Author and Publisher, Creatress of Kuntea, owner of Laura Elizabeth Wellness, and advocate for women’s empowerment. Her story is a lesson in recognizing when it’s time for a change, to move on and allow something new to unfold. We talk about jumping off a cliff into the project, business, or partnership that’s calling you, and about letting things go to move forward, which sometimes means letting people down. A straight up heads up, we swear a fair bit in this pod, and the brand-name for one of Laura’s businesses does sound a little spicy… it’s a name that takes back ownership of a word that should be celebrated – but if you’re uncomfortable with hints of the C word, let this be your warning. Laura also explains exactly what a Yoni massage is, if you’re unfamiliar, and we touch on a little woo woo within the context of developing yourself alongside a business. She made me laugh so many times through this, but she also made me feel something, energetically, that’s her magic… Just try not to be inspired to step into your own power, whatever your gender identity. Check out Maven Press Online and on Insta Purchase Kuntea and follow on Insta And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So much genuine love goes into creating and growing business ventures, it’s arguably one of the strangest things to get used to - how passionately you feel the frustration, the excitement, the devastation – the whole gamut of human emotions that you experience through the process. Today’s story is about building a business you love passionately, only to have outside forces change everything, then having to dig deep into the love to rebuild and go again. It’s a lesson in resilience, in testing your passion, but also a bit of a love song for in recognition of how much of ourselves goes into what we build. If you need a little inspiration in your business building, that’s what we’re here for, every week, Please enjoy my chat with the lovely, Alice Varney Follow The Sanctuary on Insta Check out their website And make sure you’re connected with Unemployed & Afraid on Insta and LinkedIn And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In business, you really do just have to keep thinking bigger… Thinking big and taking action in your business is the theme of this episode with my incredible guest Michelle Akhidenor, CEO of branded podcast agency The Peers Project, Australia’s only BIPOC, female-led podcast agency (and 2021 Australian Podcast Awards Finalists), who create podcasts imbedded in cultural conversations for visionary brands like Indeed, Shopify, Modibodi, Estia Health and Alibaba. We chat about normalizing the stop, start, try a new thing, and another new thing journey that is figuring out your business - it doesn’t happen to everyone in business, but it happens to a lot of us. The need to up the ante for yourself - to take an action so that you can’t back away from what it is you really want, out of fear – seriously why is fear of success almost scarier than failure?! And learning to put yourself out there so much, that you eventually lose the shame - SO important to just throw things out there and learn from the experience, to just keep going. Connect with Michelle on Linkedin Follow her for business and podcast tips on TikTok Listen to her podcast Peers2Peers And check out her business The Peers Project And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If what you’re doing right now was the only work you do for the rest of your career, would you be happy with that? Wade Kingsley is a Creativity Coach, Consultant, Facilitator and founder of The Ideas Business - who help businesses use creative thinking to solve problems – and he once asked himself this very same question. In this chat we talk about Wade’s journey of creating and evolving his business, as well as: why going back to working for others isn’t a regression in your self-employment journey how to handle the roller coaster why prioritizing creativity beyond the arts is important and the need to get comfortable with networking He’s an engaging energy giver, someone you’ll want to come back and listen to again and again, please enjoy my chat, with Wade Kingsley (and if you love it, make sure to leave a star rating & review!) Connect with Wade on Linkedin Check out The Ideas Business website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s me your host, Kim Kerton, in my very first solo ep! In this chat today I’m sharing my thoughts on: How necessary self-promotion is at all levels, regardless of how awkward it feels My mantra to keep moving, it’s a goodie Why it’s important to block out the noise and be your own inspiration My favourite / most challenging hurdle for self-growth And what I’m working on (including a scary goal-share) I’m deep in this journey with you right now with some big ambitions and a lot of self-doubt - so we’re doing a solo ep this week - just you and me 1:1 to share the challenges I’m facing on this business journey and reflections on what I’ve learnt over the last year of bringing you this podcast… Yep, it’s been one year since I launched this podcast for you, 45 episodes and 70+ hours talking to inspiring humans about their journey of working for themselves – like you I learn so much from them. Some absolute gems for you, plus overcoming one of my own afraid moments of going solo on the pod (gulps). Follow Unemployed & Afraid on Insta and LinkedIn (@unemployedandafraid) Follow Kim on insta @goodsideofthebed_ and on LinkedIn And please, if you haven't already, drop me a star rating and review on apple or Spotify - it helps this podcast grow! And Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through this chat you can't help but think, if only every CEO thought like this! And even if you’re not yet at that point, or even managing a team, there is so much to learn from Mason Taylor, CEO of SuperFeast, about the approach to your role and your business, for today you and the future you. SuperFeast is Australia's leading supplier of Daoist tonic herbs and mushrooms – helping thousands of people around the world return to harmony with Medicinal Mushrooms and Tonic Herbs to elevate mind, body and spirit. In this chat Mason reflects on the experience of putting your whole self into a business, the pleasures and dangers of that, how Stockholm Syndrome and attaching your identity to your business can have you holding on tightly to the systems and processes in your mind, and the challenge of going through a soul retrieval from the business you created. He’s a herb nerd, but far more than that, and his commitment to self-growth, reflection, and longevity of self is palpable – you’re guaranteed to take something pretty special away from this chat. Check out the Superfeast website, insta and listen to the popular SuperFeast podcast to learn more about Mason’s work in the world (oh, and buy the Mason’s Mushrooms, they’re epic). And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, what’s it like to go from a 2k investment into 150 products, to packing 20k worth of orders in a day? Nadia invites us into the chaos. Nadia Stamp is founder of DIPD Nails, media personality and fellow Adelaide gal, who shares with us how a chance meeting, mid-airport meltdown, turned into a business with a 3MIL turnover. Nadia shares so much more than her business journey in this episode, she gives an insight into the world of being a public figure, her challenge of finding her identity on a public platform, the power of finding a business partner who trusts and believes in you and what you can achieve together, and the very real challenge of navigating business partnership on a person-to-person level. If you’re deep in the business journey, or right at the start, this chat will give you such valuable insight, plus some handy marketing tips for connecting with your customers, with or without an Instagram presence. Connect with Nadia on Insta Follow DIPD Nails and The Daily Brush And check them both out online at https://thedailybrush.com.au/ https://dipdnails.com.au/ And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-Founder of Phoenix + River Jaclyn Shaw on starting a kids fashion label. In this chat we talk about everything it’s taken to build this business and brand with two kids and a job, and the value of balancing creativity with business planning, research and some serious time management. Jaclyn Shaw is founder of the newly launched Phoenix + River, a genderless, trans-seasonal surf and streetwear brand for kids that’s ethically sourced, sustainably packaged and designed in Melbourne. Phoenix + River was created with her best friend of over 25 years, Jem, over their mutual love of styling their kidlets, and Jac’s promise to fill her life with what makes her happy after beating cancer, or as she says, after kicking C in the D. If you’ve got an idea for a business and want to know how to make it real – this chat is for you. I’m SO excited to see Jac, a dear friend, launch her business and create something she’s passionate about, and would love love LOVE you to get right around her and support her in this undertaking (we all know community and supporting each other is everything in this business building world). Hit the links below to follow, like and buy Phoenix + River Instagram TikTok Website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Unemployed & Afraid for a big whack of inspiring stories on the gloriously challenging journey of creating and sustaining a business and brand. Today I have the most wonderful supporter of the show and long-time listener Tessa Marie, an Intuitive Abstract Landscape Artist based in the gorgeous Adelaide Hills. Art has been part of her life for a long time, but only recently a full-time career focus, in which she’s creating and diversifying with murals, classes and plenty more planned. Tessa and I cover quite a bit in this chat, from her challenging health scare that delivered her a shake up, to following her interests to see where they lead, getting in flow, finding your tribe, and creating based on how it feels in your own unique body. We’re bringing big, high-energy vibes, I hope you enjoy Tessa’s story of starting over Follow Tessa on Insta Visit her website And shout out to The Queen of Confidence who’s mentioned in this episode If you’re loving these chats, make sure to hit the follow button and leave us a review And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve been on this pod with me for a while you’ll know how much I love getting into the stuff we just don’t talk about often enough, and we’re #blessed that my guest today, Leah Selfe, The Productivity Queen, is 100% down to go there with me. In this chat we talk about… Being driven to succeed and create a life that truly serves you and your family The challenges she faces in doing that as a single mum The confusing space of figuring out where to start when you’ve spent a lifetime in one industry but want to move on Literally how to figure out what business to start, not even just how Why google is your best friend at all stages and the power of connecting with other people in business – at any level – just others who really get where you might be at. Leah works with women who are passionate about impacting others through their teachings and knowledge. She’s the go to Automation Strategist for fine tuning processes and creating business systems that work - basically she’s the gal who helps women be more productive in their business, kick goals and get sh*t done. I love this chat for so many reasons, it’s a timely reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out, that you can tweak, play, change and google your way through just about anything on the journey to creating a life you love – which is what it’s all about, am I right? I’m surely right. Connect with Leah, The Productivity Queen, on Insta or via her website And if you’re loving these chats, make sure to hit the follow button and leave us a review And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary’s story is one of life and business being integrated into a lesson of learning, unlearning, growing and serving humans to be in their own personal power by the work done on ourselves, and in the world. My guest is the incredible thought leader Mary C Dwyer, CEO and Founding Director of Impact Solutions International, Author of the powerful book titled The Final Act of Grace, a moving memoir of marriage, family, business partnership, and the spiritual journey of profound loss and grief, and founder of 100 Women² squared – Women helping Women. We talk deeply about the challenges life throws at us, big decisions and reflective moments, and in such a way that she gives permission for others to live their life in a way that’s true and real to them. She’s a guide, a motivator and an explorer with so much rich knowledge in how to establish a business that functions for the holistic growth of all involved, employees and employers alike. This podcast is your weekly reminder that you can and should grow through the work that you do, and by nature of growing, tweak, change, stuff up and learn as often as needed to keep growing into the most vibrant version of yourself – Mary reminds us that when you let go of the plan and follow the path, things happen beyond your wildest goal setting – just try not to feel motivated to take your own next steps after listening to this chat. Connect with Mary via her website Her Instagram, facebook community And pick up a copy of her beautiful book The Final Act of Grace And learn more about her work at Impact Solutions International And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash Vallis, Designer and Founder of Summi Summi, is super real, funny and nails the vibe of what it means to go after something that’s speaking to you, no matter how messy it gets along the way, and shows how much the mess is worth it. This episode had me lol’ing away and nodding furiously when I was packaging it up for you, we chat about how a creative spark can start one way then end up very differently, how the people you need to help you on the journey have an uncanny way of appearing just when you need them, and why it’s important to embrace the lows just as much as the highs – both of which are inevitable when you’re on this epic journey. Connect with Ash via the Summi Summi Instagram And check out the Summi Summi website to add the new collection to cart And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Georgie Woskett and Elliot Grafton share the ins and outs of partnering together in business, the power of networking, goal setting and trusting your instincts - these two are so inspiring in the way they make a plan, support each other and then absolutely send it (provided it doesn’t pose a risk to others of course.. more on that in our chat). The dynamically creative duo, Elliot and Georgie from Grafton Create, make world-class, breathtaking films that exemplify and characterise a place unlike ever before. They do this in the wild: from the ocean, on land, among wildlife, exploring culture and connecting with people, and they do it in a business partnership that was created after they both sensed that working together would create something special. They’re so generous in sharing their business journey and you’ll walk away feeling inspired to create some career magic yourself, perhaps even in partnership with someone unexpected. Connect with Elliot and Georgie through: Elliot’s insta and website Georgie’s Insta The Grafton Create website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is an entrepreneur through and through and I just find her energy so contagious… Director of The Social Impact Alisha Marfatia and I talk about going in hard to try something new, building on it as you go and continually pushing well outside the comfort zone. We also talk about the seriousness of burnout, why it’s so important to be considering your longevity over everything, and the scariness of having your identity linked to what you do, which is especially hard when its something for yourself. She’s an inspiring human doing amazing things in business, if you need some extra motivation to keep building your own thing, this episode is for you. Connect with Alisha through her course Rise with reels Her work in The social impact , on the gram, listen to Behind the brand pod And here’s the link to the Ass-Kicker we talk about (and future guest!) The Productivity Queen And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you taken a moment for some self-care today, whatever that might look like for you? That question is inspired by my guest today who is all about bringing some much needed self-care to the people who need it. It’s a journey that encapsulates all of my favourite things about going full-force at life, career and change – how a big dream at one age can be the thing that helps you achieve a totally different dream at another age – and all of the self-doubting moments that happen along the way that we do our best to embrace, understand and work through. Her name is Leah Musch, founder of the inclusive, pleasure focused self-care brand Radical Self, and in this story of starting over we get to hear about Leah’s journey of creating a brick and mortar store at a very young age, pivoting, becoming an influential human in the fight against fast fashion, her experience fully embracing her radical self in coming out as queer, and now creating this space to allow people to connect to their own truest self. There’s just so much inspo to take away from my chat with this glorious human, so we’re grateful to be able to bring it to you today, and if you love these stories and feel like they’re bringing you a little somethin somethin for your day you know what to do – drop us a review. Connect with Leah and Radical Self on insta Check out the Radical Self online store And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stef is a Sydney based, self-taught artist currently creating an engaging blend of photography, digital art and spoken word poetry into a unique collection of NFT’s that are blowing up the digital world. She has so much wisdom and good vibes to share, we talk about the challenge and opportunity in transitioning from one thing into another, how intense it is learning all of the macro and micro things needed to step into the next stage of your career and passion, and about doing the inner work to move forward in your creative and professional development Disclaimer: in this episode we talk about the use of psychedelics as therapy and the building research and narrative in this area, I’d like to point out that this is just two people having a conversation, by no means are we recommending or promoting the use of anything in this space. And in a super cool Unemployed & Afraid first, we wrap up our chat with a banging live performance piece by Stef – we hope you enjoy Stef’s story of starting over. Connect with Stef on Twitter, Instagram And check out her website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jess Eggleston is the creative force behind the inspired accommodation SABI Stays, a pared back, wabi sabi cabin in the heart of the Bay of Fires in Tasmania. SABI has been featured in Qantas mag, Vogue Living, Country Style and The Design Files – I mean no biggie – and in this chat today we talk about her incredible journey following the feeling that you’re meant to do something “else” despite spending an exorbitant amount of time studying and working in a different career. We also talk about lifting the lid of creativity and backing your vision, and the inevitable fear of what people might think, or god forbid say, in their reviews of your work…. I hope you enjoy my chat with the glorious Jess Follow SABI on insta and online And book your stay on Airbnb And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is the glorious Michelle Stephenson who gives us an insight into the world of news media, We talk about; Cancel culture and how it can hold us back… Why we should embrace having more tough conversations… How vulnerability in surprising circumstances helps you level up… And why it’s important to only be in competition with yourself no matter what it is that you do. Michelle is National Audio News Editor for Nova Entertainment overseeing one of the top news podcasts in Australia, The Update, sharing news on the Nova radio network for the Number One National Drive show Kate, Tim and Joel, co-host of the killer podcast I Spied AND as a woman who is never (literally, never) shy of putting her opinion forward she can be seen on Today Extra, Today Show and Weekend Today doing that very thing. She is a woman whose energy is seemingly endless, who I admire so much for her often unafraid approach to life, work and putting yourself out there to try things and find the opportunity that’s meant for you. Follow Michelle on Insta @michellestephenson_ and Twitter @MishStephenson And listen to her brilliant podcast I Spied And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belinda Neame is a content creator, stylist and storyteller, the creator of Canberra Street food festival “The Forage” and super host of the stunning Hold Cottage. We cha about unlocking the box of creation and creativity and not being able to close it again… What happens when you give your whole self to someone else’s dream and your identity becomes merged with what you do…. Taking risks and starting things, when you have no idea how to get started, and allowing your community to support you in all of the many micro steps and firsts along the way. Like so many of us, Belinda’s story isn’t all roses. Through the pandemic she lost her dream job producing a beautiful publication and had to close both the street food festival and the cottage. Belinda is joining us in what I’ve referred to as her rebuild, and we all know the comeback is greater than the setback. There’s just so much to take away from this chat. Visit Hold Cottage online Follow Hold Cottage on Insta And connect with The Forage food festival And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s story is about getting started in business, going back, and starting again… It’s a beautiful example of how you can just get started where you are and work through what you need as you go – there’s no perfect business plan or path. Marie-Lauren is a jeweler making her way in the world with her brand MLR. In this chat we talk about working through huge change, doubting the “right” next career move, leaning back into your known comfort areas when you’re trying something new, struggling to make decisions on what to do next and stepping into bridging roles to get yourself to the next step. I love how honestly Marie-Lauren shares, there’s so much we can all learn from each other’s stories as at the core, we’re all going through slightly different versions of the same thing – starting over. Follow MLR on insta And check out MLRs website And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Bianca Lambert, Director of the unique homewares brand Capra Designs, who has designed her way intro a career she loves, after designing many things that didn’t… In this episode we’re gonna chat about how it’s perfectly ok to want your creative pursuits to be a business, to take sideways steps along the journey, keep showing up for yourself and allow your plan to rollout in real time. Bianca’s story wasn’t the picture book overnight success, like we can all relate to there was trial, success, trial, tribulation, and more. If the 9-5 just doesn’t feel aligned, you’re in the right place…. I hope you enjoy the chat. Check out Capra Designs and shop on their website And connect on the Capra Designs insta And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener, this episode I’ll be sharing a little more about where I’m at with my own business-building, and my very lovely Mum is back to interview me. In this episode, I’ll give you an update on what’s happened since I launched this pod in 2021, some of the messiness I’ve experienced along the way and what I think (I hope) might be next on this journey. We’ll talk about the scariness of starting something like this, the awkward moments that pop up, the challenges of balancing multiple creative outlets, and the need to feel supported financially. Please do drop me a rating and review if you’re enjoying this content, it really matters, and hopefully you’ll help me spread the word by telling your friends, family and colleagues to listen in! And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest has some pretty deep knowledge of human behaviour, and he brings it together with the magic of creativity - it’s Adam Ferrier - consumer psychologist and founder of the highly awarded ad agency Thinkerbell. We talk about why it doesn’t matter if you f*ck things up, finding the aligned people that will strap in for the journey with you, and being less hard on ourselves. He’s also a keynote speaker, a regular panellist on Gruen, The Project and is co-host of my new favourite podcast (apart from this one of course) Black T Shirts. He’s created two conferences and sits on three boards, including social influence platform TRIBE. A board game creator and 2x author for the ever-relevant books titled The Advertising Effect: How to change behaviour and Stop Listening to The Customer: Try hearing your brand instead. If this is your first introduction to Adam’s work and way of thinking, you’re welcome! Buy the books and follow the creativity of his ad agency Thinkerbell, and if you know his work, you know you’re gonna love this chat. It’s a good one, let us know what you think by leaving a review (hopefully 5 stars! I really do love it when that happens) and here’s the links to his work… Adam’s ad agency Thinkerbell His books The Advertising Effect: How to change behaviour and Stop Listening to The Customer:Try hearing your brand instead. His excellent podcast on creativity in marketing Black T-Shirts And that boardgame he once made And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today, Sarah Andrews, knows a fair bit about creating a world that’s built just for you, in fact she’s made an industry out of it – something that she didn’t plan for or expect. In this episode we talk about the value of spending time in curiosity, learning to trust your instincts when the desire to follow a path kicks in, tapping into your own unique skills when it comes to creating a life you love, and letting go of the plan. Sarah is the creative imagination behind Captains Rest, The Hosting Masterclass, Principles of Style & Storytelling and her book, Principles of Style - which together have created an entire industry, supporting 1000’s of people across the world to live out their style and hosting dreams. Sarah has faced some major life redirections, starting over more than once from both desire, and necessity. Connect with Sarah on Instagram Check out the gorgeous Captains Rest, Sarah’s school The Hosting Masterclass And get her gorgeous book Principles of Style for your shelf And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is Amie McNee, AKA Inspired to Write, and she has unknowingly played a huge part in giving me the courage to step into my creativity and business-building, so let me tell you if you need a little boost to keep going, she’s your gal. Amie is an author, podcaster, book doula, creative coach and all-round inspiring human, dedicated to supporting creative, artistic souls to step into their magic and create what they want in the world (and yes, if you’re thinking it, business is in fact art). In this chat we cover re-writing the stories we tell ourselves that hold us back, rising up from rejection, and creating a path when there isn’t anybody to follow. Her commitment to the self-work required on the journey is endlessly inspiring, and I hope that if you’ve been feeling a little muddled or challenged lately, this chat will give you what you need to just keep going and keep trying in whatever you’re creating. Swear warning – we get sweary – so perhaps not one for the school pick-up, but you do you. Connect with Amie via her website, Insta and Podcast And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenna Hutchison (AKA Love Ludie) is, in short, bloody inspiring. A beautiful artist and all round creative powerhouse who follows her heart, trusts her instincts and doesn’t shy away from talking about how scary doing that really is. In this episode we talk about gaining, and leaving, amazing career opportunities, taking huge risks in business, being on the skins of your knees with finances, starting a whole new career on a whim, the big wide world of content collaborations and representation, and trusting yourself into a career you love. Connect with Jenna @loveludie on Insta and TikTok and online at loveludie.com And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For today’s guest, the fabulous Polly Teller from Wobble Yoga and Scream Pretty Australia, it was the looming change in a contracting magazine environment and desire to be as present as possible for her family while working, that made her realize that the need to change was imminent, but the idea took its time to seed and grow. You’ll love Polly for so many reasons, but particularly for her beautiful honesty and vulnerability about the messy middle and the surprising learnings she had along the way - including going right back in her career to lay the path to go forward. We talk about how easily you can try to talk yourself out of doing something for fear that it already exists in other forms, that it’s not innovative enough, or that no one will want it – and why you should put all those thoughts in the bin. Plus, the difficult thing that no one really digs into on the journey - the weirdness that you feel when you realize how much of your identity was attached to what you do, and what to do, and who you are, once that’s changed Shop Wobble Yoga and follow Wobble on Insta and check out the Scream Pretty Australia shop and Insta And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry King said it much better than me…. “Kute Blackson is a leading visionary in the field of personal development. His work is remarkable, powerful and will transform your life.” In this episode I took a lesson from Kute myself and threw away the question planning - we found ourselves chatting about why you should start where you are to create real value for yourself and others, why constantly looking for, and trying to define, your purpose could be moving you further away from it, and how easily we can get caught in the trap of success. This chat will be just what you need to lean back into your powerful potential. His new and compelling book The Magic of Surrender is out now so order your copy here Connect at Kuteblackson.com to access more of Kute’s teachings, and of course hit him up on the socials, Instagram and Facebook And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jade, Cat and Andrina made therapy their business, but didn’t think they’d create a business in therapy quite so soon. In today’s episode of Unemployed & Afraid, the fabulous women behind Insight & Wellness in Toronto talk about the unexpected stops and starts of getting a business off the ground, what it’s like to create a business partnership with friends, the importance of good communication over everything, shaking off the misconceptions of therapy, the future of psychedelics as therapy, and how going from an area of specialty, like therapy, into business ownership can be a hectic learning curve. I could have chatted with them for hours, they have so much incredible wisdom to share, and you’ll love their honest take on what it’s like to challenge yourself in life and in business. This definitely won’t be the last we hear from this brilliant trio, let’s get around them to encourage their own growth (and hopefully their own podcast) very soon… Connect with them on Instagram @insightandwellness And online at Insight & Wellness And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we get to hear from powerhouse sisters Beck Burns and Lou Robertson, who backed themselves to follow their dreams in what is a pretty tough industry – gym ownership. In this chat we talk all about their experience of going from outside boot camps to a brick-and-mortar gym, to fitness retreats, and their brand-new partnership and holistic wellness offering, all while raising a young family for Beck, and casually smashing world records for Lou. These impressive women, and their third business partner Ed, are trusting their instincts, learning as they go, and providing the very thing that so many people in their community need – opportunities to push your body and mind to grow and feel good. It's a brilliant example of why you should always go for whatever it is that brings you joy, to just start wherever you are and let the journey keep guiding you. Check out Hype Gym on their website and Insta Plus the amazing BroFit Retreats Don’t forget to follow @unemployedandafraid on Insta and join our private supportive group of humans doing amazing things on Facebook And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lainie Bracher Towner, Equine Assisted Learning Coach and founder of Equine Angels, shares the story of starting her business and undergoing an entire professional rebrand. She’s gone from the glamorous world of fashion magazines, parties and corporate offices to working with horses to deliver an equine assisted life coaching program that helps disadvantaged youth develop emotional control, effective communication and body language skills. When I spoke with Lainie, there was a lot up in the air for her, her beloved business was facing a period of challenge with the need to secure down a property to continue her amazing work, and since then the region she calls home has faced devastating flooding. Thankfully she is now resettled into a new space to continue her work. It can be a tough gig trying new things, with a lot of unknowns, in this episode we talk about listening to the signs that you’re ready for change and going for it, no matter how many unknowns there are. Connect with Lainie on Instagram @equineangelsbyronbay Learn more about the amazing work she does on the Equine Angels website And find her at Bilambil Pets Paradise, where she's partnered with her colleague at Horses Helping Humans top help those in need from Byron to the Gold Coast. And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I’m chatting with Kara Leigh Ford, a brilliant Potter and now author, based near Bath in the picturesque South-West of England. What can you expect from today’s chat, well, If you have a calling for creative and artistic creation you will learn about how you don’t need to have it all figured out, or have the “right” credentials to be a creative in business – you can learn, perfect, and go from there – all you have to do is believe in yourself. In her own words, Kara makes pots, talks about pots, teaches others about pots, and shares her love of pottery with the world. Her work is stocked in shops and galleries all over the globe, and it is stunning! Kara has also created the Pottery Club, where she teaches and supports other potters on the art and the business of clay, AND she has just written her first book Pottery for Beginners. Visit Kara’s website, where you can find the links to the Pottery Club and her wonderful book Follow her on Instagram and YouTube And here is the link to her wonderful life coach Sal, who we chat about in the episode And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m joined today by passionate yogi, Emma Barr, founder of Yogi Peace Club, to talk about: the ins and outs of starting a fashion brand from the ground up the importance of believing in your product and making it sustainable, in growth as well as for the planet. In 2014, Em left a family trip to Bali inspired to create a brand that invoked some of the most powerful aspects of yoga practice, connection, community and inclusion. That brand became Yogi Peace Club, designed to bring out the inner yogi in everyone. Since then, Yogi Peace Club has been worn, and the beautiful mats practiced on, by experienced and new lovers of yoga all around the world, is voted by Vogue as one of Australia’s best active wear brands, featured in Elle magazine, WellBeing, Women’s Health and regularly in Yoga Journal. She has such an amazing energy and passion for life, and of course for her brand, and just so much wisdom to generously share. If you’re not a yoga lover already you just might be after this, at the very least I think you might be keen to don a pair of Emma’s amazing creations and a big dose of her get it done and love what you do vibe. Check out the Yogi Peace Club Website And follow Yogi peace Club on Insta And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Call it algorithm bias, but in the world of social media some people seem meant to show up in your feed, today’s guest is a perfect example. You’ll hear all about it in the episode, but in short, I connected with Kimberley Turner Eng, my guest for today’s episode, via a LinkedIn update she shared that went viral. In it, she talked about taking a break from her long career with Nike and Amazon to reset. This makes today’s episode is a little different, as I’m chatting with Kimberly while she’s on said career sabbatical - she hasn’t started a business, or made any firm moves to retrain in a new field, she’s simply taking a break from her career to clear her head and realign with her values – which is the place I was in through early 2020. Kimberly shares the story of how she came to this decision, how she planned for it, and what it’s been like to proudly own her status of “on a break” So, if you’re craving some space to think, want to really get to know yourself, and think taking a pause might be just what you need - you’ll really love this chat! Connect with Kimberly on LinkedIn Read more about her story on Business Insider And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My chat today is with a fabulous gent named Peter Burr, who has spent most of his career as a top Marketing Exec for major Telco’s and IT, facing three redundancies over this time (yes, 3!!) Peter decided to re-focus his approach to his marketing career, changing how he works to support his vision for creating an amazing and highly awarded destination restaurant, Potager, in Carool northern NSW. Peter and I chatted in early 2022, and this episode is being released shortly after the devastating floods in NSW and QLD, luckily Peter’s restaurant was spared and he’s able to continue operating and providing employment for his team members in the area, of course many others weren’t - and rebuilding the entire area will take a long time after the headlines have disappeared, if you’re in a position to donate please consider heading to givit.org.au to get your support directly into the hands that need it. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I’ve enjoyed creating it for you, and if you do, please consider heading to Apple or Spotify and leaving a review – it will go such a long way in helping me grow this podcast and its community. Follow Potager on Instagram (warning, you will get hungry!) And check out the Potager website here on IG and LinkedIn And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is the fabulous Fabienne Costa, who is a self-taught jeweller and designer of the beautiful jewellery brand YCL Jewels. Have you ever found yourself admiring the success of an artist, designer or businessperson and thinking, you know what, I reckon I might be able to do what they do… maybe it wasn’t even a conscious thought, but more of a sense that you could do it if you tried? Well imagine just jumping two feet in and going for it. Deciding to become the very thing you admired – by just trying, stumbling, failing, succeeding and working it out as you go. Inspiring hey? The fabulous Fabienne did just that. Fabienne has so many diamonds of advice in her story, pun intended, so if you’re on the edge thinking about going for the thing you think you might want, I hope that by the end of this episode you’re ready to jump in. Scroll the gorgeous YCL Jewels insta feed here Shop YCL Jewels online here And connect with Fabienne’s insta here And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This guest has a lot of experience in hitting the pause button on a career. In this chat he’s honest and brilliantly vulnerable about the challenges of recognising what’s really happening for yourself, and generous about sharing what he’s learnt with the world. Stephen Gibb is an Adaptability Coach, and founder of the coaching and mentoring offering Adaptable Edge. In his own words, Stephen spent 15 years working for the world's largest software companies and changed jobs and employers with unusual regularity, pursuing the extrinsic motivation of money and prestige above all else – an honest take on what many experience on a corporate career journey After a period of intense self-reflection, Adaptable Edge was born created to show people how to look beyond fear, broaden their perspective, explore possibilities, and achieve their goals with freedom and ease Visit Stephen’s website for Adaptable Edge Connect with Stephen on LinkedIn The book we chatted about is called Stealing Fire by Steven Kotler & Jamie Wheal And Wade Kingsley who we mention is from The Ideas Business And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest is the multi-passionate Ingrid Daniell, who joins us with two inspiring business feathers currently in her cap. Ingrid shares the importance of connecting to what brings you home to yourself, and why it matters to collaborate and create authentically – she’s a gem. An incredible artist with exhibitions and gallery representation in her hometown of Geelong, in Sydney and New York. Through her painting, she identifies the human and instinctive need to connect to the land, to the ocean, to a natural environment and the landscapes that make up our identity from the past, present and future - Ingrid uses colour and a mix of textures and sheer to create magical, emotional landscapes. That’s feather one. For feather two, Ingrid’s deep connection to the ocean led her to create of one of Australia’s most coveted and admired short stays, Whale Song Shack. Positioned on the edge of the Tasman Sea in Falmouth, a tiny town on Tasmania’s East Coast, Whale Song Shack is simply immersive. Private, grounding, and connected to every aspect of its raw and beautiful natural environment – it’s like nowhere else. Check out her amazing art at ingriddaniell.com Follow her on insta @ingriddaniell Fall in love with Whale Song Shack on insta @whalesongshack And discover more at whalesongshack.com And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dearna Bond is a photographer and stylist that I’m a huge fan of, it’s pretty hard not to be, her approach to getting started and learning skills as you go, trusting the process, and never stopping that learning will leave you inspired to lean into whatever your creative heart desires. Dearna’s images take you somewhere magical, she creates beautiful scenes that evoke a mood and tell a story like no other, and honestly her food photography is off the charts amazing. She has created for some incredible brands, including Connoisseur ice-cream, Lark Whisky, Halo top, Loving Earth, Royal Doulton, and for iconic accommodations such as Whale Song Shack and Captains Rest. Dearna’s career as a photographer happened almost by accident, with a beginning in food blogging and the camera set to auto, wow is the world glad she kept going! Scroll her beautiful Instagram page @dearnabond and her website dearnabond.com And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is a bit of a self-starter powerhouse. Aza works full-time, but could never quite scratch the itch for entertainment that he developed through a long career in radio – that was until he found the world of Drag as Della Katessen - which has now led to a second side-hustle, a talent management company dedicated to all the wonderful queer talent of Melbourne. Trigger warning: we swear a bit in this episode, and touch on the topic of homophobia and homophobic slurs. Mainly we talk about following your niggles of interest, valuing yourself, being brave enough to jump in when opportunity presents itself. Support Perfectly Queer and get booking at perfectlyqueer.com.au and @perfectly.queer.talent on Insta Connect with Della on insta @dellakatessen and grab some fabulous merch at dellaxo.com with your special discount code TAKE15 And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest is the lovely Skye Hamilton, co-founder and creative director of Bobby Seaford, which is the home of Australia’s saltiest homewares, and Skipjack Maps, the purveyors of hydrographic maps carefully crafted to inspire coastal escapades. Skye has been through a number of restarts in her life and career to be the person we meet today, through chronic health challenges, motherhood and of course that lovely little pandemic we’re all so fond of. *Trigger warning: we chat through her experience with chronic health conditions including Type 1 Diabetes, Migraines and Mental-health challenges. She’s a woman who continues to craft a life that’s more aligned with health needs, her family’s happiness (did I mention that she co-founded Bobby Seaford and Skipjack Maps with her partner Nic?) and that allows her to tap into her impressive creativity. I learnt so much from Skye and I know you will too. Check out Bobby Seaford and Skipjack Maps on Instagram @bobbyseaford and @skipjackmaps And purchase this amazing work online at bobbyseaford.com And don’t forget to follow Unemployed & Afraid on IG and LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group You can reach your host on email via [email protected] On IG and on LinkedInSupport the show by shouting me a cuppa (or 2): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.