Unemployed & Afraid
Kim Kerton
A business podcast for the brave self-employed.
Growing your own business can be one of the most gratifying, wonderful, life-changing experiences around. It’s also scary as hell. This is a weekly podcast for the ones who have made the brave decision to employ themselves anyway.
We're for the full gamut of business experience - from Solopreneurs, Side-hustlers, Micro-business, Small Business, Medium business, Independent, VC backed, Bootstrapped and more - here for the real stories and priceless insights of it all, well beyond the PR headlines.
Join fellow business-builder and side-hustler Kim Kerton as she dives into the realities of starting something from scratch, helping you feel less alone in the lows and reminding you of the highs that make it all worthwhile. Hear real talk and raw feels from people right in the thick of it and feel seen as you listen.
Small business is tough - all business is tough - it will be one of the most intense things you'll ever do but it will also be the most impactful experience you can imagine. So surround yourself with a community of business owners willing to share with you their learnings, from those a few steps ahead, to many business milestones ahead, and even those just behind, and feel supported to build the business of your unique dreams.
This is a podcast built to support you to build your own small business, to tackle the statistics and keep more of us in business for ourselves. To say thanks, you can support this independent podcast and small business by shouting your host a cuppa at buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod
Get in touch at unemployedandafraid.com.au to be part of the show or to become a sponsor (we would love the support!).
Connect on the socials @unemployedandafraid on IG and @unemployedandafraidpod on TikTok
Growing your own business can be one of the most gratifying, wonderful, life-changing experiences around. It’s also scary as hell. This is a weekly podcast for the ones who have made the brave decision to employ themselves anyway.
We're for the full gamut of business experience - from Solopreneurs, Side-hustlers, Micro-business, Small Business, Medium business, Independent, VC backed, Bootstrapped and more - here for the real stories and priceless insights of it all, well beyond the PR headlines.
Join fellow business-builder and side-hustler Kim Kerton as she dives into the realities of starting something from scratch, helping you feel less alone in the lows and reminding you of the highs that make it all worthwhile. Hear real talk and raw feels from people right in the thick of it and feel seen as you listen.
Small business is tough - all business is tough - it will be one of the most intense things you'll ever do but it will also be the most impactful experience you can imagine. So surround yourself with a community of business owners willing to share with you their learnings, from those a few steps ahead, to many business milestones ahead, and even those just behind, and feel supported to build the business of your unique dreams.
This is a podcast built to support you to build your own small business, to tackle the statistics and keep more of us in business for ourselves. To say thanks, you can support this independent podcast and small business by shouting your host a cuppa at buymeacoffee.com/unemployedpod
Get in touch at unemployedandafraid.com.au to be part of the show or to become a sponsor (we would love the support!).
Connect on the socials @unemployedandafraid on IG and @unemployedandafraidpod on TikTok
Episodes
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Jun 26, 2022 • 22min
“You really do just have to start wherever you are, with whatever you’ve got,” An update with your host, Kim Kerton
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
Jun 19, 2022 • 41min
“People don’t care, don’t react to the short-term, and find like-minded souls,” Consumer Psychologist and Founder of ad agency Thinkerbell, Adam Ferrier
In this engaging conversation, Adam Ferrier, a consumer psychologist and founder of Thinkerbell, dives into the intricacies of human behavior and creativity. He reflects on the importance of surrounding ourselves with supportive peers and practicing self-compassion. Adam shares his journey from clumsiness to clarity, emphasizing the value of embracing uncertainty. He discusses the delicate balance between privilege and consumerism in advertising and advocates for a nonconformist mindset. Get ready for an inspiring exploration of branding, risk-taking, and transformative growth!
Jun 5, 2022 • 48min
“Just start doing what interests you without any intention of where that might lead,” Iconic Teacher, Stylist, Scientist & Author, Sarah Andrews
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
May 29, 2022 • 52min
“What we are doing is too vulnerable, too scary to not have someone on your side, and it needs to be you,” Author, Podcaster, Creative Coach, Amie McNee AKA Inspired to Write
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
May 22, 2022 • 53min
“You never know who is watching… you just have to be yourself,” Influential Artist Jenna Hutchison, AKA Love Ludie
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
May 15, 2022 • 47min
“It's okay, you can start incrementally,” Founder of Wobble Yoga and Director of Scream Pretty Australia Polly Teller
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
May 8, 2022 • 58min
“Sometimes what your soul guides you to do, doesn't always make sense to your mind, and it's not always convenient,” Transformational teacher and Author, Kute Blackson
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
May 1, 2022 • 55min
“Sometimes it felt a little hard to say the truth {in business partnership}, like we were being polite,” Cat, Jade & Andrina, Psychotherapists and Co-Business Owners at Insight & Wellness
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
Apr 17, 2022 • 43min
“We didn't spend any money on marketing or advertising because we didn't have any money to put behind it, it was just like, okay, let's just start,” Hype Gym Co-Founders Beck Burns and Lou Robertson
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
Apr 10, 2022 • 38min
“I really wanted to start heading towards making change, but I didn't know how,” Equine Assisted Learning Coach and founder of Equine Angels, Lainie Bracher Towner
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 kim@unemployedandafraid.com.au 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.
