She's Lost Control

Victorine Amoussou has worked at some of the most culturally influential brands on the planet — Sony Music, Nike, Spotify, and now Meta, where she leads marketing for Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta. But she didn't get there by following a conventional path.In this episode, Victorine shares the real story behind a career built across entertainment, fashion, sport and tech — the internships that opened the first doors, the strategic moves that accelerated her trajectory, and the mindset that helped her navigate new industries without losing herself in the process.We talk about how to turn early opportunities into genuine momentum, why results on your CV will always outperform fancy job titles, and what it actually looks like to work on campaigns with Beyoncé, Stormzy, Lewis Hamilton, Teyana Taylor and Doja Cat.We also get into the practical stuff — salary negotiation, adapting to brand side from agency, building genuine relationships in competitive industries, and what resilience really looks like when the path doesn't go to plan.Sharp, strategic and genuinely one of the most impressive career journeys we've had on the show — this one will make you think differently about every opportunity you've been overlooking.⚡ What we cover: → From Sony Music and Nike EMEA to Spotify and Meta — the full career arc → How early internships and side projects built the foundation for everything → Working on campaigns with Beyoncé, Stormzy, Lewis Hamilton and Doja Cat → Culture and integrated marketing — what it actually means in practice → Moving from agency to brand side and navigating the transition → Salary negotiation and knowing your market value → Building genuine relationships in entertainment, fashion and tech → Resilience, layoffs and staying strategic when the path changes🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

What happens when the career you built starts to feel like it’s slowly burning you out?Kesha Omarali was working in tech and startups — ticking all the “right” boxes — until burnout, self-doubt and a growing sense of misalignment forced her to rethink everything.In this conversation, she shares how she made the leap from corporate life into becoming a full-time artist and content creator, and what it actually takes to rebuild your identity from scratch.We go beyond the highlight reel of “following your passion” and get into the real emotional and practical side of a creative career pivot: the fear of starting over, the discomfort of being seen online, and the messy process of figuring it out in public.Kesha also breaks down how she’s built a creative business from the ground up — including how she approaches brand collaborations, pricing her work, growing on social media, and staying grounded in authenticity while still thinking strategically.This is a conversation about creativity, but also about identity, money, confidence and learning to trust yourself again after burnout.⚡ In this episode:→ Leaving tech and navigating a full identity shift into art→ Burnout, self-doubt and the fear of being judged→ What actually helped her start posting and building online→ Growing a personal brand without losing authenticity→ How to approach brands and secure collaborations→ Pricing creative work and learning to value your art→ Turning content creation into a sustainable income→ The emotional reality of career pivots and starting over→ Why imperfection is often what builds connection online→ Rebuilding confidence after burnout and stagnationIf you’ve ever felt stuck in a job that doesn’t fit anymore, or wondered whether it’s too late to start over — this conversation is for you.🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Most people wouldn't put "sorting parcels at 18" on their highlight reel. Claire would — because that job taught her everything about resilience, people and showing up even when nobody's watching.In this episode, Claire shares a career journey that spans twenty years in the travel industry, redundancy, health challenges, and an unexpected pivot into content creation — not because it was planned, but because she had something real to say and people needed to hear it.We talk about what early, unglamorous jobs actually teach you, why authenticity on social media will always outlast perfection, and how Claire built a loyal community around accessibility advocacy without compromising who she is along the way.We also get into the practical stuff — brand partnerships, knowing when to say no, and why your story matters infinitely more than your follower count.Warm, honest and genuinely galvanising — this one's a reminder that every chapter of your career is building something, even when it doesn't feel like it.⚡ What we cover: → From postal sorting office to twenty year travel industry career → Navigating redundancy, health challenges and starting over → The pivot into content creation — unplanned, authentic and community driven → Why the unglamorous early jobs are often the most formative → Building a loyal audience through real, unfiltered content → Accessibility advocacy and using your platform to genuinely educate → Brand partnerships, integrity and knowing when to say no → Why your story and life experience are your greatest creative assets🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Monique Sar started out in finance. Not exactly the most obvious route into marketing, talent management and entrepreneurship — but then again, the best career stories rarely are.In this episode, Monique gets honest about what it actually takes to pivot between industries when the odds aren't always in your favour — the rejection, the resilience, and the strategic moves that nobody talks about but everyone needs to know.We get into how she built her career through proximity and relationships, what it really means to develop a personal brand that works for you, and the moment she decided to stop climbing someone else's ladder and build her own.We also talk negotiation, burnout, knowing when to niche down, and why authenticity isn't just a buzzword — it's actually the longest play in the room.If you're navigating a career change, building a business, or trying to figure out what your personal brand is even supposed to be — this one's got a lot for you.⚡ What we cover: → Pivoting from finance into marketing and creative industries → Building a personal brand through storytelling and consistency → Networking, proximity and the relationships that actually move careers forward → Negotiation strategies and knowing your worth → Managing rejection, burnout and career setbacks → When to niche down, when to scale and when to plan your exit → Stepping into entrepreneurship and building on your own terms🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

On this episode of She’s Lost Control, we’re joined by Ayahna Wilbon — founder of Friends Table — to talk about career pivots, community building, brand partnerships, and creating a business rooted in culture and authentic connection.Ayahna shares her journey from working across logistics, tech, marketing, and corporate brand roles to building a community-led platform centred around food, creativity, and meaningful experiences. We dive into the realities of navigating career transitions, balancing side ventures with full-time work, and building a culturally relevant brand from the ground up.This episode is packed with honest insight into entrepreneurship, leadership, personal branding, and resilience, especially as a Black woman navigating predominantly white corporate spaces.We also get into: How to navigate major career changes with confidence  Building authentic brand partnerships and sponsorships  Community building and creating culturally relevant experiences  The realities of entrepreneurship and scaling a business  Networking, self-advocacy, and leadership mindset shifts  Balancing creative projects with full-time roles  Why genuine relationships matter more than clout Whether you’re building a brand, launching a side hustle, or navigating your next career move, Ayahna’s story is full of practical advice, mindset shifts, and inspiration for building a career on your own terms.🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Celia Hodgson was making YouTube videos as a teenager. By the time she was done, she'd worked on The Crown, built her own production company Tiny Studios, and got acquired.In this episode, Celia shares the full arc of that journey — from saying yes to opportunities before she felt ready, to managing a team, navigating cash flow, and eventually going through the emotional process of handing over something she'd built from scratch.We talk about what it really takes to grow from freelancer to business owner, how to price yourself and negotiate with clients without underselling your work, and why showing initiative through personal passion projects is still one of the most powerful career moves you can make.Warm, grounded and genuinely full of wisdom — this one's for any creative who's ever wondered what it would take to build something of their own.⚡ What we cover: → From YouTube teenager to production company founder and acquisition → Saying yes to The Crown and what that opportunity taught her → Transitioning from freelancer to business owner and managing a team → Building Tiny Studios — values, brand and the road to acquisition → Cash flow, funding and managing the financial health of a creative business → The emotional journey of being acquired and trusting the process → Pricing, contracts and negotiating with clients confidently → Practical advice for freelancers ready to take on bigger responsibilities🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Courtney Kocak moved to Hollywood with a dream, a lot of ambition, and absolutely no idea what was coming next. What followed was acting, survival jobs, freelancing at Bustle, TV animation, podcasting, a New York Times byline, and eventually — a memoir that nobody else could have written.In this episode, Courtney shares the unfiltered story behind building a creative career on your own terms — the pivots, the failures, the moments that nearly broke her, and the ones that made her.We talk about letting go of your original dream without losing yourself, how podcasting completely changed her career trajectory, and what it really means to own your work — creatively, legally and financially. We also get into her memoir Girl Gone Wild, out now via Trio House Press, and what it taught her about telling the truth even when it's uncomfortable.Raw, funny and genuinely eye-opening — this one stays with you.⚡ What we cover: → Transitioning from acting to writing, freelancing and TV animation → Breaking into high profile publications and learning from great editors → How podcasting opened doors and built her industry network → Letting go of rigid career dreams and embracing the squiggly path → Financial independence, ownership and protecting your creative work → Writing her memoir Girl Gone Wild — therapy, truth and self-acceptance → Saying no, trusting your gut and going all in on ambitious ideas → Building a platform through authentic relationships not social media tricks🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Most people would kill for a career at Diageo. Chloe Bate had that — and L'Oréal before it — and then walked away to build something entirely on her own terms.A marketing consultant who's worked across some of the most recognisable brands in the world, Chloe has spent her career at the intersection of brand strategy, digital marketing and communications. She knows what it takes to shape campaigns that cut through, how to keep evolving as the industry changes around you, and what it actually feels like to go from a corporate salary to betting on yourself.In this episode, we get into all of it — navigating big brand environments, knowing when it's time to move on, making the leap to freelancing, and building the kind of confidence that doesn't rely on a job title to back it up.Whether you're starting out in marketing, thinking about going freelance, or trying to figure out your next move — this one's for you.⚡ What we cover: → Building a career across brand, digital marketing and communications → What it's really like working for major global brands including L'Oréal and Diageo → Knowing when to move on and how to do it well → Making the leap from corporate marketing to freelance consultant → Setting your rates, negotiating and owning your financial value → Overcoming imposter syndrome and building credibility as a woman in marketing → Developing leadership skills and empowering the people around you → Embracing uncertainty and backing yourself at every stage🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

There's a version of a creative career that looks great on paper. And then there's the real one — the late pitches, the difficult clients, the moments you wonder if you're actually any good at this.Rebekah Guilar has lived both. As Business Director at Uncommon — and previously at We Are Pi and 72andSunny — she's shaped campaigns for Google, adidas and Desperados. But the thing that actually got her there wasn't talent alone. It was relationships, and knowing how to build the right ones without losing herself in the process.In this episode, we talk about what agency life really looks like behind the polished campaigns, how to manage clients without wanting to scream into a pillow, and the very unglamorous shift from doing brilliant work to leading other people doing it.Oh, and somewhere in the middle of all that, she co-founded, co-hosts and produces In Their Shoes by Seanchoíche — a storytelling podcast built around real, lived experiences — because apparently one career wasn't enough.Warm, honest and a little bit chaotic — just like the best creative careers always are.⚡ What we cover: → Building a career across top creative agencies including Uncommon, We Are Pi and 72andSunny → What agency life really looks like behind the polished campaigns → How to build strong client relationships without burning out → Making the shift from doing brilliant work to leading other people doing it → Co-founding In Their Shoes by Seanchoíche alongside a demanding career → Why relationships will always matter more than job titles🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Confidence isn't a feeling. It's a body of evidence — and Sibusisiwe Khupe has been building hers since before most people have their first proper job.By 25, Sibu had directed MTV-recognised music videos, worked with artists including Lewis Capaldi, Bree Runway and Tom Jones, and built a freelance career that eventually took her to one of the most respected creative agencies in the world — Wieden+Kennedy. Not because she waited for permission. Because she stopped waiting for permission.In this episode, we get into the real stuff — the audacious cold outreach that opened doors, the freelance hustle that built her reputation, and why making your own work before anyone commissions it is still the most powerful career move a creative can make.We also talk pay, autonomy, and how to present ideas to senior stakeholders in a way that actually lands.Sharp, honest and genuinely galvanising — this one will make you want to send your portfolio somewhere terrifying the moment it ends.⚡ What we cover: → Shifting from societal expectations to building a fearless creative career → Building confidence through a stack of evidence — not just mindset → Audacious direct outreach and how it landed high profile collaborations → Moving from freelance projects to securing roles at Wieden+Kennedy → Negotiating pay, autonomy and fair compensation → Crafting decks and presenting ideas that get senior buy-in → Filtering career advice and knowing when to trust your own judgement → Practical advice for underrepresented creatives in competitive industries🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Zerrin didn't follow a career path. She built one — project by project, side hustle by side hustle, door by door.In this episode, Zerrin shares a career that spans HBO, Warner Bros, Nike, Naomi Campbell campaigns, African diaspora storytelling platform Amaka Studio, and her own holistic marketing collective, Wanda. It's one of the most varied creative journeys we've had on the show — and she's got the hard-won lessons to match.We talk about the spontaneous inception of AfroSamba, her culture event built from pure instinct, and what that taught her about trusting herself. We get into freelance project management, negotiating rates, end-of-year outreach, and the financial lessons that only come from navigating a career this diverse.We also talk about maintaining creative originality when trends move fast, building relationships that actually last, and why resilience isn't just a buzzword — it's the only thing that gets you through.Bold, honest and genuinely one of a kind — this one's a masterclass in building something entirely your own.⚡ What we cover: → A career spanning HBO, Warner Bros, Nike and Naomi Campbell campaigns → Founding AfroSamba — a culture event built on instinct and community → Launching Amaka Studio for African diaspora storytelling → Building Wanda Collective — a holistic marketing agency → Freelancing, side hustles and navigating multiple revenue streams → Negotiating rates, sponsorship deals and communicating your value → Maintaining creative originality in fast-moving saturated markets → Building authentic relationships and a personal brand that lasts🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Chloë grew up in musical theatre and dance, questioned everything her teachers told her, and somehow ended up founding her own talent management agency, SHFT. Then she exited it — and started all over again.In this episode, Chloe shares one of the most honest conversations we've had on the show about what it actually means to build something, let it go, and figure out what comes next. We talk about the realities of running an agency — the culture, the legal lessons, the exit planning nobody tells you about until it's almost too late.We also get into coaching, building sustainable income streams as a creator, and the relationship with money that Chloe has spent years unpicking — from prioritising financial independence early to rethinking what wealth actually means.Raw, thoughtful and genuinely full of wisdom — this one's for anyone who's ever wondered if there's a different way to define success.⚡ What we cover: → Growing up in musical theatre and how creativity shaped her career path → Founding SHFT — agency culture, challenges and lessons learned → Exit planning, legal considerations and what she wishes she'd known sooner → Transitioning from agency founder to coach and mentor → Building sustainable income streams as a creator and influencer → Redefining her relationship with money and financial independence → Authenticity, humility and kindness as leadership principles → Mental health, self-awareness and ADHD in a multi-venture career🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Theresa Bischoff has never done things the conventional way. And according to her, that's exactly why it worked.In this episode, Theresa — communications strategist, PR Award winner and self-confessed job hopper — shares what she's learned from a career that's taken her through politics, PR, journalism and startups. We talk about why trying different things isn't a red flag on your CV, it's how you figure out what you actually stand for.We get into navigating office politics without losing your integrity, negotiating your worth with confidence, and why data storytelling is one of the most underrated skills any communications professional can have right now. We also talk about what it's like to thrive in startup environments — the chaos, the opportunity, and the way they force you to grow faster than anywhere else.Direct, warm and genuinely galvanising — this one's for anyone who's ever worried their career looks a bit unconventional.⚡ What we cover: → A career that spans politics, PR, journalism and startups — and what connected it all → Why job hopping helped her define her values and what she wouldn't compromise on → Building meaningful mentorships and staying in touch with your network → Navigating office politics with authenticity and directness → Negotiating your worth confidently and effectively → Data storytelling and fighting misinformation in a digital age → Thriving in startup environments and carving your own role → Building a personal brand as a young communications professional🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Before Frankie Wheeler founded The Ripple Effect and Ripple Research, she was interning on Barack Obama's presidential campaign and walking dogs to fund her early career dreams. The throughline? Always knowing what she stood for.In this episode, Frankie shares her journey from psychology-influenced early career moves to navigating a male-dominated recruitment industry, rising quickly through agency ranks, and eventually building a PR agency grounded in integrity, purpose and slow considered growth.We talk about what it really means to advocate for yourself in the workplace, how to build journalist relationships that actually last, and why the pressure of entrepreneurship — as uncomfortable as it is — is exactly what forges the resilience you need to go the distance.We also play Two Lies and a Truth — bad advice Frankie has received along the way and the lessons she drew from it.Grounded, purposeful and refreshingly honest — this one's for anyone who wants to build something that means more than the bottom line.⚡ What we cover: → Early entrepreneurial lessons from dog walking to Obama's campaign → How psychology shapes great PR and consumer behaviour → Navigating gender dynamics and finding mentors who actually help → Rising to agency services director and what that journey really looked like → Founding Ripple Research — integrity driven insights in a changing media landscape → Building lasting journalist relationships in a digital age → Advocating for yourself, benchmarking your worth and financial planning as a founder → Balancing passion and financial security in slow, considered business growth🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Chimene Mantori trained as an architect. Then she sent a handful of targeted emails, landed an internship, and never looked back.In this episode, Chimene shares one of the most unexpected career pivots we've heard on the show — from architecture to A&R, major labels to independent ventures, and eventually to Los Angeles and her own agency. She's built a career on reinvention, and she's got a lot to say about how to do it without losing yourself in the process.We talk about leaving the security of a corporate music career to go independent, why moving abroad changed everything for her professionally and personally, and how to build genuine relationships in an industry that can smell inauthenticity from a mile away.We also get into the practical stuff — negotiation, contracts, multiple revenue streams, and managing rapid growth when your business starts to take off faster than you planned.Bold, honest and genuinely one of a kind — this one will make you question every assumption you've made about what a career is supposed to look like.⚡ What we cover: → Pivoting from architecture to the music industry — and how she made it happen → Moving from major labels to independent ventures and founding her own agency → Why relocating to LA accelerated her career in ways she didn't expect → Building authentic relationships and a personal brand in a saturated market → Negotiation, contracts and understanding your financial worth → Creating multiple revenue streams beyond traditional industry roles → Managing rapid business growth and scaling a creative venture → The future of influencer marketing and why diversification is everything🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Janay Marie knew she wanted to work in media at age seven. What she didn't know was that the path would take her through Sony Music, TikTok, DEI activations, and eventually to founding her own agency, TALLAWAH — built on community, culture and doing things her way.In this episode, Janay gets honest about what it actually takes to move from corporate to entrepreneurship — the rejection, the burnout, the legal and financial realities nobody warns you about, and the community that held her together when things got hard.We talk about leveraging LinkedIn without it feeling performative, building authentic relationships in an industry that can feel transactional, and why mentorship isn't just about having someone open doors — it's about having someone tell you the truth.Inspiring, grounded and full of real talk — this one's for anyone building a career that means something beyond the job title.⚡ What we cover: → From a childhood passion for media to Sony Music and TikTok → Leading community and culture initiatives at one of the world's biggest platforms → Making the leap from corporate to founding TALLAWAH agency → DEI in media — what meaningful brand activations actually look like → LinkedIn, networking and building relationships that go beyond transactions → Rejection, burnout and self-care as a business owner → The role of mentorship and community in sustaining a creative career → Practical advice for creatives and entrepreneurs starting out🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Lottie Unwin has had the kind of career that doesn't follow a straight line — and she'll be the first to tell you that's exactly why it worked.In this episode, Lottie shares her journey from journalism to marketing to founding her own agency and community, and what she's learned along the way about hustle, strategy and knowing when to trust your own judgement over everyone else's advice.We talk about building confidence in self-promotion without feeling like a fraud, why working in sprints often beats working long hours, and how to start thinking like a senior marketer before anyone's given you the title. We also get into the financial realities of starting a business — cash reserves, timing, and the lessons that only come from doing it yourself.Practical, direct and refreshingly honest — this one's for any ambitious creative who wants to lead, not just keep up.⚡ What we cover: → Moving from journalism to marketing and finding her lane → Founding her agency and community Upworld — and what that actually took → Hustle, sprints and strategic thinking over long hours → Building confidence in personal branding and self-promotion → Financial lessons from scaling a business — cash, timing and reserves → How to start thinking and acting like a senior professional now → Relationship building through generosity and giving before you take → Trusting your own judgement and filtering industry advice🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Katya Rivas was fifteen years old when she fell in love with YouTube. It took a move to London, a language barrier, and a gap she couldn't ignore to turn that passion into something real.In this episode, Katya shares the story behind founding Latina Society — a community and events platform empowering Latin women across the UK and Europe — and what it actually took to build it while holding down a full time job and figuring out a brand new country at the same time.We talk about content creation, community building, and what consistency really looks like when nobody's watching yet. We also get into the business side — brand partnerships, negotiation, financial lessons from the creator economy, and how to stay grounded when growth starts to feel competitive.Warm, inspiring and genuinely full of heart — this one's for anyone who's ever wanted to build something that brings people together.⚡ What we cover:→ Starting a YouTube channel at 15 and what that taught her about content → Moving to London and navigating cultural adaptation from scratch → Founding Latina Society and building a community with no blueprint → Balancing a corporate career with growing a social platform and events business → Brand partnerships, negotiations and financial lessons from the creator economy → Social media growth strategies and platform features that actually work → Expanding Latina Society across Europe — Milan, Paris, Madrid and beyond → Staying humble, authentic and resilient in a competitive creator space🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Cherise Stephenson didn't take the obvious route into journalism. She started at hospital radio, worked her way through graduate schemes, and eventually landed at Channel 4 — doing the kind of investigative work that doesn't just tell stories, it changes them.In this episode, Cherise gets honest about what a journalism career actually looks like from the inside — the resilience it takes, the feedback you have to learn to sit with, and the moments where authenticity on camera matters more than any script.We talk about how to break into competitive media environments, what made her stand out in graduate scheme applications, and how investigative reporting can drive real legal and societal change. We also get into the practical stuff — asking for raises, managing long hours, and knowing when to take charge of your own career progression.Purposeful, grounded and genuinely inspiring — this one's for anyone who wants their work to actually mean something.⚡ What we cover: → Starting at hospital radio and using every experience as a foundation → Graduate scheme applications — what stood out and what didn't → Building resilience and learning to handle feedback in a competitive industry → How investigative journalism can drive legal and societal change → Navigating salary negotiations and career progression in media → Authenticity on camera and building rapport in interviews → Balancing long hours with wellness and personal growth → Why it's never too late to start a career in journalism🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Casey Bird didn't choose between art and psychology — she found a career that needed both.In this episode, Casey shares her journey from copywriting to creative and strategic leadership, and what she's learned along the way about craft, commercial awareness and building a reputation that actually sticks. We talk about navigating big agencies versus smaller creative environments, how to handle client feedback without losing your creative integrity, and what it really means to understand the business side of a creative role.We also get into the stuff nobody puts in the job description — AI and how to use it without it using you, salary negotiation, and the very real myth of women having it all while juggling motherhood and a demanding creative career.Sharp, honest and packed with practical advice — this one's for any creative who wants to go further without burning out getting there.⚡ What we cover: → How art and psychology combined to shape a career in advertising → The role of strategy in unlocking better creative work → Navigating big agencies, independent projects and corporate environments like Channel 4→ Using AI as a tool for creativity and productivity — not a replacement → Salary negotiation and understanding your commercial value → Balancing motherhood and career ambition honestly → Building standout portfolios and handling tricky briefs → Knowing when a company doesn't value you and what to do about it🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Kangwa Saili started out in performing arts, ended up in graphic design, and somewhere along the way decided that the best way to build a career was to build something entirely her own.In this episode, Kangwa shares the real story behind going from student to freelance creative to co-founding Clits, Tits, and Other Bits — a community-focused brand that's as bold as it sounds. We talk about what it actually takes to turn an idea into a real product, why crowdfunding is harder than it looks, and the financial lessons that only come from doing it yourself.We also get into confidence — not the fake it till you make it kind, but the kind you build by showing up consistently, investing in your ideas, and refusing to wait for permission.Refreshing, honest and genuinely energising — this one will make you want to start something.⚡ What we cover: → Moving from performing arts to graphic design and finding her creative path → How university connections and industry exposure shaped her career → The story behind co-founding Clits, Tits, and Other Bits → Turning ideas into real products — practical steps and hard lessons → Growing a social media community through authentic engagement → Crowdfunding, financial lessons and investing in your own ideas → Debunking fake it till you make it and building real confidence instead → Showing up consistently and building community that actually lasts🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Adela grew up convinced a creative career looked like Devil Wears Prada. The reality was messier, harder and honestly a lot more interesting.In this episode, Adela Makowska shares her journey through the creative industry — from studying English Literature and Media to landing roles in fashion, social media and talent partnerships through sheer curiosity, personality and one very unconventional internship application email.We talk about why practical experience will always beat a degree on its own, how to actually stand out when everyone is applying for the same roles, and what it takes to find your confidence in rooms where you're still figuring things out.We also get into the freelance leap — the financial realities, negotiating your rates, and why giving yourself breathing space is one of the most underrated creative decisions you can make.Warm, honest and full of the kind of advice that actually sounds like a real person said it.⚡ What we cover: → How childhood media obsessions shaped a real creative career → Standing out in internship applications — including the email that actually worked → Learning on the job through proximity, curiosity and asking better questions → Building confidence in meetings and speaking up when it matters → Negotiating salaries, asking for raises and estimating freelance rates → Making the transition from agency life to freelancing → Why rest and reflection are non-negotiable for creative productivity → Staying authentic and kind in an industry that doesn't always reward it🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Yolanthe Fawehinmi had a law background, a master's in digital journalism, and absolutely no guarantee that any of it would work out. She went for it anyway.In this episode, Yolanthe shares the real story behind one of the most interesting career pivots we've heard on the show — from law to lifestyle journalism, from intern to The Telegraph, and from staff writer to freelancer navigating her own rates and her own rules.We get into how she built a portfolio from scratch using blogs, poetry and proofreading, what it actually took to land a graduate scheme at one of the UK's biggest publications, and why creating your own luck is a skill you can genuinely develop.We also talk money — journalism pay, freelance rates, and how to ask for what you're worth without talking yourself out of it before you've even started.Warm, practical and genuinely inspiring — this one's for anyone who's ever wondered whether it's too late to change direction.⚡ What we cover: → Switching from law to journalism and navigating the fear of starting over → How a master's in digital journalism opened industry doors → Building a portfolio through blogs, poetry, editing and personal projects → Landing a graduate scheme at The Telegraph and what the process really looked like → Interviewing everyone from celebrities to community members — and doing it well → Freelance rates, negotiation and asking for fair compensation → Building authentic relationships with PRs and journalists → Mentorship, upskilling and staying ahead in a fast-changing media landscape🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Marie Claire didn't plan to go freelance. But after years of agency life, an in-house stint, and a lot of hard lessons about what she did and didn't want from her career — it turned out to be exactly the right move.In this episode, MC gets honest about the full arc of a PR career — from breaking in with internships and networking to navigating the shift from agency to in-house to freelance. We talk about what agency life actually looked like before and after COVID, how to handle difficult client conversations without losing your mind, and the financial lessons that nobody warns you about when you go it alone.We also get into burnout, diversity in PR, and why building genuine relationships in this industry will always matter more than a perfectly polished portfolio.Practical, honest and full of the kind of real talk you won't find in a PR textbook.⚡ What we cover: → Breaking into PR through internships, networking and early agency life → How COVID changed the agency landscape for good → Making the move from agency to in-house to freelance → Managing client relationships and difficult conversations → Financial lessons from freelancing — pricing, saving and setting boundaries → Avoiding burnout and knowing when to take a step back → Pitching, portfolio building and standing out in a competitive industry → Diversity, inclusion and advocating for change in PR🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Livvy Moore has worked on campaigns for some of the biggest brands in the world. But the thing she'll tell you made the biggest difference wasn't talent, connections, or timing — it was learning to ask better questions.In this episode, the founder of Blank Page gets refreshingly honest about her unconventional path into the creative industry, the early setbacks that shaped her, and the moment she stopped doubting her voice and started leading with it.We talk about what it really means to be a creative director — beyond the title — how to pitch with storytelling that actually lands, and why kindness and humility on set will take you further than any showreel. We also get into the realities of starting a purpose-driven business, pitching for investment, and building a client portfolio without compromising what you stand for.Funny, warm and genuinely inspiring — this one will make you want to back yourself a little harder.⚡ What we cover: → Navigating early setbacks and finding your voice in the creative industry → The art of pitching and storytelling that wins clients and campaigns → What being a creative director actually involves day to day → Balancing commercial objectives with creative integrity → Building a purpose-driven agency from scratch — Blank Page → Pitching for investment and managing financial risk as a founder → Overcoming imposter syndrome, rejection and bad advice → Why asking better questions is the most underrated creative skill🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Brenda Julia didn't walk into PR through the front door. She came through the side — writing for LinkUpTV, supporting artists, and figuring out what PR actually meant by doing it before she even had the title.In this episode, Brenda shares the real story behind building a career from scratch, launching her own agency MYBLAQBOOK, and creating Girls in Power — a platform dedicated to empowering women in creative industries.We get into imposter syndrome, the fear of going it alone, and why humble learning will take you further than any qualification. We also talk money — handling payments, setting boundaries, navigating contracts — and why those conversations get easier the more you have them.Whether you're just starting out in PR, thinking about launching your own agency, or coming back to your career after a gap — this one's got something for you.⚡ What we cover: → Going from music blogger to PR professional to agency co-founder → How social media and proactive outreach can open industry doors → Overcoming imposter syndrome and confidently promoting yourself → Launching MYBLAQBOOK and the lessons learned along the way → Girls in Power — building inclusive spaces for women in creative industries → Financial and contractual conversations every freelancer needs to have → Practical advice for anyone wanting to enter PR later in their career🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/

Ellisha Clapham didn't take the straightforward route into influencer marketing. But then again, nobody who builds something worth talking about ever does.In this episode, Ellisha shares the real story behind transitioning from aspiring fashion journalist to PR, talent management and eventually founding her own agency — the financial risks, the self-doubt, and the moments that made her realise she was more capable than she'd given herself credit for.We get into the unglamorous side of influencer management, how to set your rates without underselling yourself, and why building genuine relationships will always outlast any short term strategy.Honest, grounded and full of the kind of advice you actually need to hear — this one's for anyone thinking about taking the leap.⚡ What we cover: → Moving between in-house, agency and freelance roles in PR and marketing → Starting a business with limited experience and managing the financial risk → Influencer management, rate setting and negotiation strategies → Building genuine relationships and holding your value → Mental health, personal growth and celebrating small wins → Practical advice on branding and legal checks for new entrepreneurs🎙 She's Lost Control — the podcast for ambitious creatives who are done playing small. 💌 Join #TheChaosClub → www.instagram.com/sheslostcontrolpodcast/