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Unemployed & Afraid

Kim Kerton
Entrepreneurship
Gym Challenge Meals
Mental Health
Small Business
Work-Life Balance
Personal Growth
Franchising
Tall Poppy Syndrome
Family Responsibilities
Self-Promotion
Personal Branding
Healthy Eating
Motivation
Podcasting
Self-Employment
Financial Security
Cash Flow Management
Personal Development
Social Media Marketing
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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, Med... more

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Latest Episodes

What if the riskiest move isn’t going all in, but walking away when something no longer fits?

This is a very special episode I’m sharing with you today, it’s a conversation I recorded with the wonderful Andrea Marquez from the This Is Small Busine... more

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Is this the right thing for me? Is it time to push, or let go? Is it time for yet another pivot?

What happens if I just keep going?

There’s a stack of confessions in this episode that will touch the hearts and minds of anyone with an entreprene... more

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Stump & Co is a very successful candle business, so why is its owner Tegan closing it down? Spoiler alert: it’s not because of finances.

Business is exciting – the brand building, the launch, the growth – and it’s also challenging. Through it, we r... more

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If you’re thinking about making a change to your business and feeling stuck about it, please stop torturing yourself. You can move / shift / pivot / change anything you want to - no matter where you’re at or how awks it might feel - and what anyone e... more

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Recent Guests

Andrea Marquez
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Episode: The Business of Reinvention: Why Experimenting is a Superpower
Tegan Brennan
Founder and director of Stump & Co
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Episode: "To move on, you have to move on," Closing Stump & Co with Tegan Brennan
Kim James
Founder of Tangerine Tango and expert in content strategy
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Episode: “Your First Business Isn't Your Forever Business, But Your First Business Teaches You Business,” Kim James Founder of Tangerine Tango
Kathryn McGarvey
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Episode: “As Soon As You Start A Business, You Think About It All The Time,” Founder of Nosy HQ Kathryn McGarvey
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A strategic human research agency that helps businesses understand their customers.
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Episode: “As Soon As You Start A Business, You Think About It All The Time,” Founder of Nosy HQ Kathryn McGarvey
Debs Brockelsby
Founder and CEO of Stokednz, adventurous entrepreneur
Stokednz
Episode: “What Would Happen If I Backed Myself and Started Something for Me?” Founder of STOKEDNZ, Debs Brockelsby
Phoebe Netto
Founder of Pure Public Relations, a PR firm focusing on outcomes.
Pure Public Relations
Episode: “A Lot of The Growth in My Business Happened When I Got Out of My Own Way,” Phoebe Netto, Founder of Pure Public Relations
Lisa Jones
Founder and CEO of SHE-com, a community for female entrepreneurs
SHE-com
Episode: “There's No Such Thing As A Mistake Unless You Repeat It,” Lisa Jones, Founder and CEO of SHE-com
Andrew Mennie
Owner of Mennie Brand, an art-inspired sock company
Mennie Brand
Episode: “It Was Me Or No One,” Andrew, Owner of Mennie Brand

Host

Kim Kerton
Host and fellow business builder, guiding listeners through the realities of entrepreneurship with authenticity and empathy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • Wrong subject matter perhaps?

    I never understood the purpose of this podcast. Kim is a podcast expert yet is specializing in small business stories? Surely with her side hustle this would have been an obvious vehicle to grow her consultancy brand and offer valuable insights into podcast best practice, tips and advice, common mistakes and guests who produce and host or maybe has built and sold successful podcasts. Wouldn’t that also help attract advertising from podcast adjacent businesses? Well done on 3.5years but this felt... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MHLaf
    Australia4 months ago
  • Stories you don’t hear elsewhere

    Kim does a great job with this podcast of digging down to find stories that make you feel less alone and overwhelmed if you are a small business owner.

    Each time I’ve listened to an episode, I finish it feeling a lot better about the difficulties of small business ownerships, and usually some new ideas to try too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kathryn McGarvey
    New Zealand9 months ago
  • Always inspiring

    Thanks again Kim, always so inspiring, down to earth and easy to listen to. I’m always pumped after your podcasts to kick my own business goals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beck Burns
    Australia10 months ago
  • I just want to say thank you Kim 🫶

    Getting the chance to chat with you about my new business venture was such a highlight for me. You are so great at what you do and I was honoured to be a guest on your show. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Dog Butler (Nathan)
    Australiaa year ago
  • Thank you 🙏🏼

    Thanks Kim for having me on the show. A valuable tool for those growing and nurturing businesses

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angus O'Loughlin
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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The host is often praised for her authenticity and ability to foster a sense of community among listeners.
Many find the insights shared by guests to be both inspirational and practical for their own entrepreneurial journeys.
Listeners appreciate the relatable content that addresses the real struggles of small business ownership.
Some feel a disconnect between the podcast's concept and expectations around broader PR insights.
The show is considered a valuable resource for those feeling isolated in their entrepreneurial endeavors.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

“If It's a Three-Year Plan or a 10 Year Plan, It's Got To Suit The Owner,” Suzanne Horton, Founder and Director of muk mat
Q: What was the decision-making process about deciding to go down the route of using a 3PL?
It was a breaking point, as doing everything manually became unsustainable and freeing up time for growth became essential.
“If It's a Three-Year Plan or a 10 Year Plan, It's Got To Suit The Owner,” Suzanne Horton, Founder and Director of muk mat
Q: How did you end up at the precipice of this business?
I had no plan or intention; I transitioned from a health science background into the pharmaceutical industry before finding the need for a product like Muck Mat.
PART 2 “If Your Business Isn't Serving You Emotionally, Physically, Financially, There's No Harm And There's No Shame In Stepping Back,” Alex Marlow, Director of Gym Challenge Meals
Q: What can we do to make you feel proud of where you're at?
The focus should be on supporting yourselves as business owners and recognizing that it's okay to feel overwhelmed. It's all right to step back if your priorities have changed, and your health and happiness come first.
“There's No Such Thing As A Mistake Unless You Repeat It,” Lisa Jones, Founder and CEO of SHE-com
Q: What would you tell your past self who was considering starting her own business?
Trust the journey; it won't be easy, but it will be rich.
“There's No Such Thing As A Mistake Unless You Repeat It,” Lisa Jones, Founder and CEO of SHE-com
Q: How would your best friend describe you?
Generous to a fault but doesn't suffer fools.

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Focusing on the trials and triumphs of self-employment, this podcast offers a supportive space for entrepreneurs navigating the ups and downs of building their businesses. The discussions feature real stories and raw experiences from business builders, ranging from solopreneurs to those managing small and medium enterprises. Topics include adaptability, overcoming self-doubt, time management, and embracing personal growth within the entrepreneurial journey. The show highlights the emotional complexities and resilience required in entrepreneurship, aiming to connect listeners with relatable insights and supportive narratives that help them feel less isolated in their experiences.

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1. Andrea Marquez
2. Tegan Brennan
3. Kim James
4. Kathryn McGarvey
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7. Phoebe Netto
8. Lisa Jones

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