Good Shift

Freya Gordon
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Good Shift is about navigating career transitions with clarity, confidence, and purpose.  Whether you're making a bold move, starting something of your own, or just looking for more fulfillment in your work, this podcast explores the mindset shifts, practical strategies, and real stories that can help you take the next step. Through conversations with relatable people who’ve redefined success on their own terms, we break down the doubts, challenges, and wins that come with making a shift - big or small. 

  1. -1 ДН.

    Building a Business Alongside a Full-Time Job (with Amelia Jory of Dulese)

    Your playbook to becoming a side-hustle founder — and building real momentum without having to quit your day job. Amelia Jory is a high performer in corporate (having held roles as a Senior Brand Manager at NZ’s most successful companies) and the founder of Dulesé — a NZ personal care brand disrupting the category with all-natural, high-performing products and refillable, eco-friendly packaging. We cover: How to know if building alongside corporate is the right path for youThe early signals that something “more” is calling youThe trade-offs of side-hustle growth (and what it really costs)How Amelia finds time, sets boundaries, and avoids burnoutThe systems that keep Dulesé moving forward week to weekMoney, risk, and what traction looked like early onWhat it would take for Amelia to go all-in — and how she thinks about that decision

    54 мин.

  2. 10 ФЕВР.

    How to Stay Relevant in the AI Era and Pivot from Corporate to Advisory — with Meghana Dhar (ex-Instagram & Snapchat)

    If you are feeling stuck on "corporate autopilot" or worried that AI is coming for your paycheck, this episode is your survival guide for the new digital economy.  In this episode, we dive into: The "Shedding" Process: How to detach your self-worth from your job title and rebuild from a blank slate. The Reality of AI Today: Why Meghana changed her mind and now admits that AI is taking jobs—and exactly what you need to do to be on the right side of that shift. Pivoting Without Code: How AI is democratizing tech by allowing us to communicate with machines in natural language, making this the best time in history for "non-technical" people to enter the industry. Personal Branding as a Shield: Why doubling down on your humanity and authentic communication is the only way to remain "un-automatable." Building a Personal Platform: The tactical differences between growing on LinkedIn vs. Instagram and why "good things happen to those who post." The "Ikigai" Framework: Marrying your internal moral compass (Dharma) with your external strengths to find a career that actually feels fulfilling. Whether you're looking to launch a freelance advisory business or just want to future-proof your current role, Meghana's tactical advice will help you move with confidence.

    1 ч. 18 мин.

  3. 27 ЯНВ.

    The Path to Financial Independence (Without Needing a Startup Idea) - With Compound Wealth Founder, Adam Stewart

    Thinking about a career shift — but worried about financial security? In this episode, Adam Stewart (founder of Compound Wealth) shares the practical money framework that helps you buy back options and work toward financial freedom: invest consistently, consider buying a business, or build something on the side until you’re ready. We cover KiwiSaver + index investing basics, entrepreneurship through acquisition, what to do when markets drop, how to think about risk and long-term freedom, and the mindset shifts that make change feel possible.

    56 мин.

  4. 20 ЯНВ.

    Throwback: Career vs. Creativity — How Ned Gow (No Cigar) Found a Way to Do Both

    What does it actually look like to pursue a creative passion while still thriving in a full-time career? Ned Gow, drummer for No Cigar, talks about building and balancing a creative life alongside his full-time job — without sacrificing financial security. Ned shares: 🎵 The discipline and structure behind juggling music and real estate🌍 How travel and taking a break gave him clarity at a career crossroads🧠 The mindset shifts that helped him back himself — even when it felt uncertain💼 Why choosing the right boss matters more than the company 🔥 How to avoid burnout while still chasing multiple goalsWhether you’re feeling boxed in by your 9–5, craving a creative outlet, or wondering if stepping back is the smartest way forward — this episode is packed with honest insights and next steps.

    58 мин.
  5. They Quit Their Corporate Jobs to Build the Viral Hot Girl Pickles

    16.12.2025

    They Quit Their Corporate Jobs to Build the Viral Hot Girl Pickles

    With Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar, founders of Good Girl Snacks This is a masterclass in how to start a business and build momentum fast. In this episode of Good Shift, I’m joined by Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar, best friends and co-founders of Good Girl Snacks, the brand behind the viral Hot Girl Pickles. Just a few years ago, they were working corporate jobs with zero business experience. Just 3 years later, their pickles have built a cult following online and landed on shelves at Whole Foods, Erewhon, Bristol Farms, GoPuff, and Nordstrom. In this conversation, Leah and Yasaman share the real story behind the leap: from spotting a TikTok trend, to building in public, to trusting their gut before they felt ready and they share how you can do the same.

    1 ч.

  6. 18.11.2025

    Highlights & Turning Points: Big Shifts from the Good Shift Archives

    I submitted Good Shift to the podcast awards (!) and as part of that, I had to put together a 15-minute highlight reel to showcase what the pod is all about. It’s a great place to start if you’re new here, or to send to a friend who’s thinking about a career shift, hating their job, or feeling stuck on what’s next. Enjoy my friends and cross your fingers for me for the awards!

    14 мин.

  7. 03.11.2025

    From Shaping Olipop’s Rise to Building Her Own Agency: Alexa Gray’s Big Shift

    In this episode, I sit down with Alexa Gray - founder of Social Bloome and one of the formative early team members at Olipop, where she helped shape the brand into one of the fastest-growing wellness companies in the U.S. With a background spanning nonprofit work, photography, brand building, and now her own agency, Alexa’s path has never been linear, but it’s always been purpose-led. We talk about how to make confident career moves (even when they don’t make sense on paper), the mindset needed to leave a “successful” job, and what it really takes to build a business rooted in authenticity and community. Whether you're navigating your own pivot or dreaming about starting something new, this conversation is packed with real insights and practical encouragement. In this episode, we cover: ✨ How to make bold career moves with confidence 💼 Leaving a job you’re doing well in and why it’s okay 🚀 Alexa’s experience working at an early stage start-up and how to know if that enviroment is right for you 💡 Building a business (and community) from scratch 📱 Launching an app with no tech background  🛠 Her go-to habits for staying grounded and moving through hard moments Connect with Alexa: Alexa's Linkden Social Bloome Follow Good Shift: Instagram → @goodshiftpod

    1 ч. 14 мин.

  8. 02.11.2025

    Leaving Corporate to Build Your Own Business: Building Sourmilk with Elan Halpern & Kiki Couchman

    In this episode, I sit down with best friends, co-founders, and first-time entrepreneurs Elan Halpern and Kiki Couchman, who traded high-achieving careers in tech and private equity to start a probiotic yogurt company from scratch — without burning it all down overnight. They talk candidly about the slow build of misalignment, how they reframed leaving “successful” jobs without guilt, and the three key pillars they used to figure out what was next (Elan’s 3 Ps: passion, product, pay). We unpack what it means to make a shift on your own timeline, how your career can shape your identity (without permission), and why being “obsessed” with your work actually matters. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a role that everyone else admires, or wondered whether a side idea could be something more — this episode will meet you where you are. In This Episode, We Cover: 🎯 The signs of career misalignment  🧠 The mindset shifts that made leaving corporate jobs possible 🧪 The “experiments” they ran to build conviction before quitting 💼 How your job can silently shape your identity over time 🛠️ Elan’s 3 Ps framework for deciding what to do next 🚪 How to exit the “first job” without throwing away everything you’ve built 👯‍♀️ The power of building in public and treating your community like a co-founder 💬 The uncomfortable part of starting over (and how to speak about it confidently) 🔗 Links & Resources: Follow Elan & Kiki’s journey on Instagram: @eatbeny  Book recommendation: Be Ready When Luck Happens by Ina Garten Want the framework Elan used? Listen out for the 3 Ps: Passion, Product, Pay

    50 мин.
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Good Shift is about navigating career transitions with clarity, confidence, and purpose.  Whether you're making a bold move, starting something of your own, or just looking for more fulfillment in your work, this podcast explores the mindset shifts, practical strategies, and real stories that can help you take the next step. Through conversations with relatable people who’ve redefined success on their own terms, we break down the doubts, challenges, and wins that come with making a shift - big or small. 

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  • Автор
    Freya Gordon
  • Годы выхода
    2025 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    24
  • Ограничения
    Без ненормативной лексики
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    © 2026 Good Shift
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