THE PERSONALITY HIRE

Jodie Clarke

A career-driven series to help settle the question mark hiding in all of us. From non-linear paths to bold pivots, The Personality Hire is a series about work, identity and backing yourself. Hosted by Jodie Clarke, a journalist with a knack for flying sideways into rooms that weren’t built for her, this show is your permission slip to shoot your shot.

Episodes

  1. 11/03/2025

    Behind The Mic: 20 Questions with Jodie Clarke

    Ever wondered what it really takes to launch a podcast while working full time? On this week’s episode of The Personality Hire, host Jodie Clarke sits down with The Daily Aus journalist Elliot Lawry for a raw, rapid-fire conversation on ambition, burnout, and the messy middle of chasing creative dreams. From building her platform from scratch to learning how to push through imposter syndrome, Jodie shares the highs, lows, and lessons behind her career, and what it truly means to back yourself when no one else does. 00:00 Welcome 01:00 Biggest Career Win & Starting the Podcast 03:00 When Jodie Nearly Quit 05:00 Creative Burnout & Staying Consistent 07:00 Building Confidence & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 09:00 What Charisma Really Means 11:00 Staying Authentic Online 13:00 Trusting Your Gut & Backing Yourself 15:00 What’s Next for The Personality Hire Jodie opens up about trusting your gut, redefining success, and showing up even when it’s hard. Because consistency, not perfection, is what builds confidence. If you love conversations about purpose, creativity, and personal growth, hit subscribe and watch more episodes of The Personality Hire with Jodie Clarke. 🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes:  IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠ Where to find Jodie & Elliot 📲 Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠  Elliot | @uncertaintruck Jump to a Chapter:This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au hello@ontrackstudio.com.au

    20 min
  2. 10/20/2025

    Confidence is Currency: Amanda Rose on Owning Your Power

    What if the secret to real success wasn’t saying “yes” more - but saying no? In this episode of The Personality Hire, Jodie Clarke sits down with Australia’s Boss Lady, Amanda Rose, for a raw, empowering chat about confidence, rejection, and how to deal with difficult people at work. Amanda shares her straight-shooting wisdom on everything from managing “middle-man” egos, to why your 40s might just be your prime decade. If you’ve ever doubted your worth, felt undermined at work, or struggled to back yourself when no one’s clapping; this conversation is for you. 00:00 – Meet Australia’s Boss Lady, Amanda Rose 02:00 – Confidence is currency: How women can own their worth 06:00 – Dealing with difficult people at work 13:40 – Being labelled “too confident” or “too much” 18:00 – Why you shouldn’t be friends with colleagues 20:00 – Forget “fake it till you make it”: Back yourself instead 25:00 – How to keep going when no one’s clapping 27:00 – Amanda’s boss-lady hacks and closing wisdom Amanda Rose proves confidence isn’t about ego. It’s about energy, boundaries, and self-belief. If you loved this chat, hit subscribe and check out more episodes of The Personality Hire for more raw, real conversations. 🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes:  IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠ Where to find Jodie & Amanda 📲 Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠  Amanda | @theamandarose

    31 min
  3. 09/22/2025

    HR Secrets with Miranda McLennan: Personality Hires, Pay Rises & Red Flags

    What’s really going on behind closed doors in HR? In this fun and fiery chat, Jodie sits down with Miranda McLennan, a non-traditional HR professional who has seen it all. From personality hires to pay transparency, Miranda spills the insider tea on how HR actually works, why “high-performance” cultures are often code for burnout, and how you can spot red flags in your job hunt before it’s too late.  We get real about negotiating a pay rise (without feeling awkward), why your resume should show who you are beyond the bullet points, and how to protect yourself during performance management. Plus, you’ll hear the funniest sickie excuses Miranda’s ever received, and her unfiltered thoughts on bosses, boundaries, and navigating the tricky line between work and social media. This episode is equal parts educational, empowering, and entertaining. Perfect for women carving out their careers, building confidence at work, and wanting the unfiltered truth about HR. Jump to a Chapter: 00:00 Meet Miranda: HR with a twist 01:30 Why everyone “hates” HR 03:30 Can you be a personality hire? 06:00 How to make your resume stand out 08:30 LinkedIn stalking & interview hacks 10:00 High-performance = high turnover? 12:30 Pay transparency & negotiation tips 17:00 Asking for a raise as a woman 20:30 Performance management: protecting yourself 23:45 Social media and HR red flags 25:50 Fun rapid-fire HR confessions 🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes:  IG |  personalitypodcast 🔗 Follow Jodie & Miranda: Jodie |  iamjodieclarke  Miranda |  miranda mclennan This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au hello@ontrackstudio.com.au

    31 min
  4. 08/25/2025

    Annabelle Brett on Confidence, Career Pivots & Why You Should Just Go For It

    In a firecracker conversation with Jodie, seasoned broadcaster and emcee Annabelle ‘AB’ Brett takes us through her whirlwind decade in media. Sharing what’s gone wrong, what’s gone right, and why she wouldn’t change a single step. From surviving on pub trivia dinners and moving city to city, to landing major radio gigs and navigating the highs and heartbreaks of the industry; AB speaks with the kind of honesty that feels like a deep exhale. Expect raw takes on rejection, imposter syndrome, self-funding creative ventures, and calling BS on outdated industry gatekeeping.  Whether you’re plotting your next big leap or just need a reminder to back yourself unapologetically, this one’s packed with fire, humour, and heart. Jump to a Chapter:  00:00 Intro 00:21 Meet AB - The Ultimate Personality Hire 01:52 Early Career Moves & Backing Yourself 03:10 The Grimy Radio Days 04:40 Imposter Syndrome & Confidence in Media 06:03 Unfairness in the Industry 07:08 Criticism, Comparison & Career Trajectories 08:03 Radio Setbacks & Low Points 09:41 Support Systems & Recovery 11:02 Women Supporting Women in Media 12:07 Career Highlights & Sports Broadcasting 13:00 The Role of a Personality Hire 14:27 Personality vs Hard Skills Debate 15:46 Resentment Towards Personality Hires 17:22 Getting to the Top on Your Own Terms 18:47 Content Creation & Monetisation Challenges 20:10 Influence, Downloads & Authenticity 21:00 Fear, Imposter Syndrome & Self-Investment 23:08 The Reality of Radio Stardom 24:27 Identity Shifts After Motherhood 25:27 Rapid Fire Round 28:00 Workplace Smells & Email Etiquette 29:00 Dramatic Exit or Classy Goodbye? 29:34 Closing Shoutouts 🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | https://www.instagram.com/personalitypodcast/?hl=es This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au hello@ontrackstudio.com.au

    30 min

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A career-driven series to help settle the question mark hiding in all of us. From non-linear paths to bold pivots, The Personality Hire is a series about work, identity and backing yourself. Hosted by Jodie Clarke, a journalist with a knack for flying sideways into rooms that weren’t built for her, this show is your permission slip to shoot your shot.