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Unapologetic

90 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★ - 2 ratings

Welcome to the Unapologetic podcast. Success leaves clues.. And this podcast aims to uncover exactly how successful women have got there. Plus, we’re starting the conversation on what’s holding us back. Covering everything from careers, to entrepreneurship, and women's advancement. So if you're ready to fast track your success, and find the best version of you... we can't wait to go on that journey with you.

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#18: Dear Alisha and Tyla...HALP: How soon is too soon to start dating again, how can I get over self doubt, plus, should I have my coworkers on social media?

October 17, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Hey gals, we are super excited to be bringing you a brand new episode type! Since launching we have had a few of you reach out asking us to weigh in on some of your career and personal dilemmas. We thought why not turn this into a new episode type because chances are if you are grappling with something then someone else probably is too! Introducing: Dear Alisha and Tyla...HALP! Don’t stress all of your dilemmas stay completely anonymous, we select 2-3 to tackle each week and offer our co...

#18: How soon is too soon to start dating after a breakup, should I have my coworkers on social media, how can I get over self doubt (NEW ADVICE EP)

October 17, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Hey gals, we are super excited to be bringing you a brand new episode type! Since launching we have had a few of you reach out asking us to weigh in on some of your career and personal dilemmas. We thought why not turn this into a new episode type because chances are if you are grappling with something then someone else probably is too! Introducing: Dear Alisha and Tyla...HALP! Don’t stress all of your dilemmas stay completely anonymous, we select 2-3 to tackle each week and offer our co...

#17: How I Quit My Job (Forever) At 27. Freedom, Life Design, & Money Mindset w/ Alisha Conlin-Hurd

October 13, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

That’s right gals, this week it’s time to put our very own Alisha in the hot seat! And what a fitting time to do it… Within a matter of weeks of this episode airing, Alisha will be leaving the comfort of her 9-5 job and doing what so many of us only dream of. That’s right, she is going to be working for herself. You’re probably wondering how the hell did she do it? Let alone, how did she do it at 27!? Well you're about to find out - and the good news is you can do it too. Alisha share...

#16: The Secret To Dominating In A Male Dominated Industry w/ Corina Burton

October 10, 2021 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

As women we have all experienced the impact of stereotypes, stigmas and conventional ideas, whether it be in the workplace or simply in our day-to-day lives. Today we chat with an extremely inspirational woman who doesn’t let anyone put her in a box. Corina Burton went from being a single mother of three living in West Hollywood, to going back to college, finishing her degree and becoming a successful multi-million dollar business owner. She is now the co-owner of the two of the fastest-gr...

#16: From Stay At Home Mum To Multi-Million Dollar Business Owner: How To Dominate In A Male Dominated Industry w/ Corina Burton

October 10, 2021 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

As women we have all experienced the impact of stereotypes, stigmas and conventional ideas, whether it be in the workplace or simply in our day-to-day lives. Today we chat with an extremely inspirational woman who doesn’t let anyone put her in a box. Corina Burton went from being a single mother of three living in West Hollywood, to going back to college, finishing her degree and becoming a successful multi-million dollar business owner. She is now the co-owner of the two of the fastest-gr...

#15: From Fashion Editor to Health Tech Biz Ops: 3 Career Lessons To Fast Track Your Success w/ Tyla Feltwell

October 06, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Yes friends, the tables have turned. This week we have our very own co-host Tyla Feltwell in the hot seat. After much persuasion from Alisha, Tyla agreed to share the top 3 lessons from her career so far. Tyla takes us through her career journey spanning from fashion to marketing to health tech and highlights the main thing that she believes has contributed to her growth. We unpack the common misconception that you can’t be powerful and compassionate. And then Tyla shares with us the on...

#15: How To Overcome Shyness w/ Tyla Feltwell

October 06, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Yes friends, the tables have turned. This week we have our very own co-host Tyla Feltwell in the hot seat. After much persuasion from Alisha, Tyla agreed to share the top 3 lessons from her career so far. Tyla takes us through her career journey spanning from fashion to marketing to health tech and highlights the main thing that she believes has contributed to her growth. We unpack the common misconception that you can’t be powerful and compassionate. And then Tyla shares with us the on...

#15: How To Know If You Are ACTUALLY Successful w/ Tyla Feltwell

October 06, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Yes friends, the tables have turned. This week we have our very own co-host Tyla Feltwell in the hot seat. After much persuasion from Alisha, Tyla agreed to share the top 3 lessons from her career so far. Tyla takes us through her career journey spanning from fashion to marketing to health tech and highlights the main thing that she believes has contributed to her growth. We unpack the common misconception that you can’t be powerful and compassionate. And then Tyla shares with us the on...

#14: How To Master Your Emotions w/ Holistic Health Therapist Nikki O’Brien

October 03, 2021 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

What if we told you that emotions and feelings are not the same thing? That listening to our bodies is one of the most important things we should be doing? Intrigued? So were we and that’s why we spoke with Nikki O’Brien. Nikki is a holistic health therapist who is invested in assisting people to grow into the best version of themselves and teaching them how to connect with their own innate wisdom and healing abilities. Now stick with us, we know this may sound intense but this episode ha...

#13: Here's EXACTLY How You Get A Pay Rise (aka Earn More Money ASAP) w/ Salary Negotiation Coach Melissa Zehner

September 29, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ahh negotiating your pay...is there anything more awkward? Whether you are going for a new job or advocating for a pay raise in your current company - it’s something that often feels difficult to navigate.  But thanks to today’s guest, Melissa Zehner it no longer has to be! In the past six years, Melissa has increased her salary more than 268% and is now teaching other ambitious women how to do the same with her new business The Whole Dollar.  Melissa went from skipping meals to pay for ...

#13: How I Increased My Pay by 268% - And You Can Too w/ Melissa Zehner

September 29, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ahh negotiating your pay...is there anything more awkward? Whether you are going for a new job or advocating for a pay raise in your current company - it’s something that often feels difficult to navigate.  But thanks to today’s guest, Melissa Zehner it no longer has to be! In the past six years, Melissa has increased her salary more than 268% and is now teaching other ambitious women how to do the same with her new business The Whole Dollar.  Melissa went from skipping meals to pay for ...

#13: How I Increased My Pay by 268% - And You Can Too. How to get a pay rise, and negotiating more money w/ Melissa Zehner

September 29, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ahh negotiating your pay...is there anything more awkward? Whether you are going for a new job or advocating for a pay raise in your current company - it’s something that often feels difficult to navigate.  But thanks to today’s guest, Melissa Zehner it no longer has to be! In the past six years, Melissa has increased her salary more than 268% and is now teaching other ambitious women how to do the same with her new business The Whole Dollar.  Melissa went from skipping meals to pay for ...

#13: How I Increased My Pay by 268% - And You Can Too. How to get a pay rise and negotiate more money w/ Melissa Zehner

September 29, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ahh negotiating your pay...is there anything more awkward? Whether you are going for a new job or advocating for a pay raise in your current company - it’s something that often feels difficult to navigate.  But thanks to today’s guest, Melissa Zehner it no longer has to be! In the past six years, Melissa has increased her salary more than 268% and is now teaching other ambitious women how to do the same with her new business The Whole Dollar.  Melissa went from skipping meals to pay for ...

#12: What All Women MUST Know About Sex, Intimacy, and Relationships w/ Love & Relationship Expert Nikii Syme

September 26, 2021 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

Today we introduce you to Leading Love and Relationship Expert Nikii Syme. Nikii has literally lived the whole love cycle and experienced all types of relationships. She’s taken her own experiences to now empower other women on all things love, relationships and intimacy. Singles, let Nikii help you help yourself before you launch into the next dating cycle. Couples, let Nikii support you and your relationship with simple methods and mindsets every couple should have. Do you ever wonder w...

#11: How to Stop Your Negative Self-Talk, Take Control Over Your Thoughts, & Stop Indecisiveness w/ Briana Sorgiovanni

September 19, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Today we chat to Mindset Coach, Briana Sorgiovanni who is on a mission to empower ambitious women to come back to their roots and live a life as their true authentic self; without the guilt or fear of judgement. Bri is specifically passionate about supporting women to break free from their stuck ways of thinking, to set a new standard for their life and experience a freedom and power they never have before. Want to understand the power of self talk and the impact it has on our day to day l...

#11: How to Stop Your Negative Self-Talk (Your Free Mindset Mentor Session) w/ Briana Sorgiovanni

September 19, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Today we chat to Mindset Coach, Briana Sorgiovanni who is on a mission to empower ambitious women to come back to their roots and live a life as their true authentic self; without the guilt or fear of judgement. Bri is specifically passionate about supporting women to break free from their stuck ways of thinking, to set a new standard for their life and experience a freedom and power they never have before. Want to understand the power of self talk and the impact it has on our day to day l...

#11: How to Stop Your Negative Self-Talk w/ Mindset Coach Briana Sorgiovanni

September 19, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Today we chat to Mindset Coach, Briana Sorgiovanni who is on a mission to empower ambitious women to come back to their roots and live a life as their true authentic self; without the guilt or fear of judgement. Bri is specifically passionate about supporting women to break free from their stuck ways of thinking, to set a new standard for their life and experience a freedom and power they never have before. Want to understand the power of self talk and the impact it has on our day to day l...

#11: Discover The #1 Thing That’s Holding You Back From Success: How to Overcome Negative Self-Talk, Take Control Over Your Thoughts, & Stop Indecisiveness w/ Briana Sorgiovanni

September 19, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Today we chat to Mindset Coach, Briana Sorgiovanni who is on a mission to empower ambitious women to come back to their roots and live a life as their true authentic self; without the guilt or fear of judgement. Bri is specifically passionate about supporting women to break free from their stuck ways of thinking, to set a new standard for their life and experience a freedom and power they never have before. Want to understand the power of self talk and the impact it has on our day to day l...

#10: The 4 Different Personality Types, And How To Know Which One You Are w/ Leadership & Communication Trainer Karen Smythe

September 12, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Are you a driver, counsellor, coach, or advisor personality type?  No idea what any of this means? You’re about to find out.  You know that age old saying “treat others how you want to be treated?” Well, turns out it’s actually totally wrong.  Thanks to Karen Smythe, we got to learn all about how understanding different personality types can make better communicators. Karen is a successful trainer, coach, facilitator and author who specialises in helping people achieve the best out of the...

#10: The 4 Different Personality Types, And How To Know Which One You Are w/ Leadership & Communication Trainer Karen Smythe

September 12, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Are you a driver, counsellor, coach, or advisor personality type?  No idea what any of this means? You’re about to find out.  You know that age old saying “treat others how you want to be treated?” Well, turns out it’s actually totally wrong.  Thanks to Karen Smythe, we got to learn all about how understanding different personality types can make better communicators. Karen is a successful trainer, coach, facilitator and author who specialises in helping people achieve the best out of the...

#10: The 4 Different Personality Types, And How To Know Which One You Are To Be A Better Communicator w/ Karen Smythe

September 12, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Are you a driver, counsellor, coach, or advisor personality type?  No idea what any of this means? You’re about to find out.  You know that age old saying “treat others how you want to be treated?” Well, turns out it’s actually totally wrong.  Thanks to Karen Smythe, we got to learn all about how understanding different personality types can make better communicators. Karen is a successful trainer, coach, facilitator and author who specialises in helping people achieve the best out of the...

#09: Not Wanting Kids, And Living Life For Yourself w/ Brooke Deason

September 08, 2021 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

We sat down with Brooke Deason. Brooke is absolutely living the dream - she’s followed career opportunities that took her from a small country town to Spain where she currently lives and works in the pharmaceuticals industry.  Not only does Brooke have a successful career, she also knows how to live life to the fullest. She doesn’t let society's ideas of what a 35year old woman should be doing dictate her choices, she lives life on her own terms.  We chat to Brooke about: How she has gone...

#08: How I Went From Junior Account Manager to CEO In 5 Years. Career Design, Leadership, & Dream Jobs w/ Lauren Oakes

September 05, 2021 20:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

Meet Lauren Oakes, CEO of Megaphone Marketing (the #1 rated digital marketing agency in Australia and second place in the global Stevie awards for women led businesses). Lauren’s career journey is nothing short of inspiring. In just 5 years she went from Junior Account Manager to CEO of a 100 person company. So naturally we had to get her secrets - how did she do it, what did she wish she knew earlier and most importantly how can you fast track your own success. Plus, you can guess that La...

Self Care, Happiness, and Spirituality w/ Ash Hodgson

August 29, 2021 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Hello friends! We are soooo excited to bring you another interview episode. We had the pleasure of speaking with Holistic Counsellor, Mind/Body Energetic Practitioner and soon to be a qualified Kinesiologist, Ash Hodgson. Ash is passionate about bringing your spiritual, mental and emotional health into balance.  We got to pick Ash’s brain and get all her tools and techniques on how to silence negative self-talk, how to find balance and ultimately how to truly understand your relationship w...

#07: Self Care, Happiness, and Spirituality w/ Ash Hodgson

August 29, 2021 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Hello friends! We are soooo excited to bring you another interview episode. We had the pleasure of speaking with Holistic Counsellor, Mind/Body Energetic Practitioner and soon to be a qualified Kinesiologist, Ash Hodgson. Ash is passionate about bringing your spiritual, mental and emotional health into balance.  We got to pick Ash’s brain and get all her tools and techniques on how to silence negative self-talk, how to find balance and ultimately how to truly understand your relationship w...

#05: Self Care, Happiness, and Spirituality w/ Ash Hodgson

August 29, 2021 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Hello friends! We are soooo excited to bring you another interview episode. We had the pleasure of speaking with Holistic Counsellor, Mind/Body Energetic Practitioner and soon to be a qualified Kinesiologist, Ash Hodgson. Ash is passionate about bringing your spiritual, mental and emotional health into balance.  We got to pick Ash’s brain and get all her tools and techniques on how to silence negative self-talk, how to find balance and ultimately how to truly understand your relationship w...

Self Care, Happiness, and Spirituality

August 29, 2021 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Hello friends! We are soooo excited to bring you another interview episode. We had the pleasure of speaking with Holistic Counsellor, Mind/Body Energetic Practitioner and soon to be a qualified Kinesiologist, Ash Hodgson. Ash is passionate about bringing your spiritual, mental and emotional health into balance.  We got to pick Ash’s brain and get all her tools and techniques on how to silence negative self-talk, how to find balance and ultimately how to truly understand your relationship w...

#06: How to deal with lockdown

August 25, 2021 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Hey Gals, coming to you again with a very timely episode that we felt was important. The whole purpose of this podcast is to start important conversations and we felt that if we didn’t address the common situation that majority of us find ourselves in then we would be doing a bit of a disservice.  BUT we cannot stress enough, this episode is NOT about adding to the noise or doom and gloom of lockdown. We wanted to create a resource that can help you understand what you might be feeling at...

#06: How to deal with lockdown

August 25, 2021 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Hey Gals, coming to you again with a very timely episode that we felt was important. The whole purpose of this podcast is to start important conversations and we felt that if we didn’t address the common situation that majority of us find ourselves in then we would be doing a bit of a disservice.  BUT we cannot stress enough, this episode is NOT about adding to the noise or doom and gloom of lockdown. We wanted to create a resource that can help you understand what you might be feeling at...

#05: Let's talk about the power of vulnerability

August 22, 2021 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Gooood morning everyone!  We want you to think about the last time you left your comfort zone. How did you feel beforehand? Why do you think you felt that way?  It’s time to talk about vulnerability.  Like, really, actually talk about it and understand what it means to you. In recent times, vulnerability has become a hot topic partly due to professor, author and lecturer, Brené Brown. Join us as we go into: What it actually means to be vulnerable (and how you can do it to make your li...

#05: Our Favourite Piece Of Brené Brown Advice...

August 22, 2021 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Gooood morning everyone!  We want you to think about the last time you left your comfort zone. How did you feel beforehand? Why do you think you felt that way?  It’s time to talk about vulnerability.  Like, really, actually talk about it and understand what it means to you. In recent times, vulnerability has become a hot topic partly due to professor, author and lecturer, Brené Brown. Join us as we go into: What it actually means to be vulnerable (and how you can do it to make your li...

#05: Let's talk about why you need to be more vulnerable (eek, it scares us too!)

August 22, 2021 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Gooood morning everyone!  We want you to think about the last time you left your comfort zone. How did you feel beforehand? Why do you think you felt that way?  It’s time to talk about vulnerability.  Like, really, actually talk about it and understand what it means to you. In recent times, vulnerability has become a hot topic partly due to professor, author and lecturer, Brené Brown. Join us as we go into: What it actually means to be vulnerable (and how you can do it to make your li...

#05: Let's talk about the secret to stronger relationships...

August 22, 2021 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Gooood morning everyone!  We want you to think about the last time you left your comfort zone. How did you feel beforehand? Why do you think you felt that way?  It’s time to talk about vulnerability.  Like, really, actually talk about it and understand what it means to you. In recent times, vulnerability has become a hot topic partly due to professor, author and lecturer, Brené Brown. Join us as we go into: What it actually means to be vulnerable (and how you can do it to make your li...

#04: Burnout, Side Hustles, & Career Swaps w/ Rachel Burke

August 18, 2021 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Hello friends! We are soooo excited to bring you our very first interview episode! Today we have the absolute delight of speaking with Rachel Burke. Not only does Rachel have an impressive career being the Head of Operations for a digital health tech company, she is ALSO the founder of a successful side hustle AussieKetoQueen.  Thinking about a career switch? Well, Rachel has been through one. We chat about why after 12 successful years in the property industry she followed her gut and com...

#04: Why I Took A 50% Pay Cut - And You Should Too. Burnout, Side Hustles, & Career Swaps w/ Rachel Burke

August 18, 2021 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Hello friends! We are soooo excited to bring you our very first interview episode! Today we have the absolute delight of speaking with Rachel Burke. Not only does Rachel have an impressive career being the Head of Operations for a digital health tech company, she is ALSO the founder of a successful side hustle AussieKetoQueen.  Thinking about a career switch? Well, Rachel has been through one. We chat about why after 12 successful years in the property industry she followed her gut and com...

#03: Let's talk about being perfect

August 15, 2021 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Happy Monday Friends, we are back in your ears with another ‘Let’s Talk About’ ep! Join us as we chat all things ‘perfectionism’. WARNING: Be prepared for us to drop some truth bombs today. Do you strive for perfectionism when it comes to your career or your life? Feel like being perfect is the only way to achieve your goals? Think being "perfect" is a good thing?  So did we, until we unpacked what perfectionism really is. We need to stop viewing perfectionism as a positive trait and u...

#02: How to beat imposter syndrome

August 08, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Gooood morning everyone! Strap yourselves in because we are tackling a highly requested, hot topic in our very first ‘How-To’ ep.  We are living in a time where people are achieving more success than ever. So why is it that so many of us are questioning ourselves more? For example, think of your greatest achievements. Do you feel like you deserved them or do you put them down to luck? Maybe you are worried that everyone is going to realise you’re not as knowledgeable or skilled as they fir...

#02: How to beat imposter syndrome

August 08, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Gooood morning everyone! Strap yourselves in because we are tackling a highly requested, hot topic in our very first ‘How-To’ ep.  We are living in a time where people are achieving more success than ever. So why is it that so many of us are questioning ourselves more? For example, think of your greatest achievements. Do you feel like you deserved them or do you put them down to luck? Maybe you are worried that everyone is going to realise you’re not as knowledgeable or skilled as they fir...

#01: Let's talk about speaking up & hard conversations

August 08, 2021 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Helloooo friends, our first episode is officially here! Grab your morning coffee or settle in with a glass of vino as we unpack what it means to speak up and find your voice in the workplace. That’s right, in today’s episode we wasted no time tackling the important stuff. As women, we know it can be common to question our place.  We can be plagued with thoughts like - Do I deserve to be here? Have I really earned this? Do I know enough to contribute? It’s time to push those thoughts asid...

#00: About The Unapologetic Podcast

August 08, 2021 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.58 MB

Hey gal, you've just found the newest podcast for the modern day ambitious woman. Welcome to the Unapologetic Podcast!  Success leaves clues and this podcast aims to uncover exactly how successful women have got there.  We wanted to start the conversations that matter on all things career, entrepreneurship and women's advancement.  So maybe you’re looking to level up in your career? Maybe you have your own business and you want to be inspired by other successful women? Or you might simply...