From Confused Graduate to Podcast Powerhouse

What happens when you tick all the boxes, graduate from uni, land the job, follow the ‘right’ path, but still feel something’s missing?That was Sarah Kelsey in 2019.She had a business degree, a corporate job offer, and a life that looked perfect on paper. But deep down, she was asking herself:“Why am I doing this?” “What’s my purpose?”❓“How come I still don’t understand how to manage my own money?”Fast forward to today, Sarah is the creator of The One Up Project, a leading podcast that has empowered thousands across New Zealand (and now, London!) to become more financially literate, more self-aware, and more courageous in carving their own path.In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we dive into Sarah’s incredible transformation, from first-gen university student, to accidental digital nomad, to globally respected podcast host.What stood out most? Sarah’s honesty. She opens up about:Leaving her corporate job less than a year in.Battling isolation while living solo in Bali.Cold-DMing high-profile guests (like Steven Bartlett’s Head of Marketing) on LinkedIn.Navigating the identity crisis of moving to a new city where no one knows her.And still choosing curiosity, every single time. “The best creative projects come from not being obsessed with outcomes, but being obsessed with the process,” Sarah told us. And it shows.She didn’t start a podcast to build a brand, she did it to ask better questions, to get the ‘one-up’ on her former self. And in doing so, she’s helped an entire generation do the same.Whether you’re chasing a pivot, building a brand, or just figuring life out, this episode is a must-listen.Key Takeaways:✔️ Curiosity and courage are career superpowers.✔️ You don’t need to be perfect to start, just willing to learn out loud.✔️ Your degree might open doors, but it’s your self-awareness that keeps them open.✔️ Empathy starts with dropping the ego.✔️ The podcast space isn’t too saturated, your voice matters.Enjoy Prajesh and Tane