THE PERSONALITY HIRE

What does it really take to build a career online?In this episode of The Personality Hire, host Jodie Clarke sits down with award-winning beauty creator Ellen Malone (Ask Ellen Beauty) to unpack the real story behind building a thriving online platform. From self-doubt and career pivots to viral videos and showing up authentically on camera.With over two decades in the beauty industry and recently crowned Fashion & Beauty Creator of the Year at the 2025 TikTok Awards, Ellen shares the unfiltered truth about content creation, creativity, and finding the courage to start before you feel ready.Whether you're dreaming of starting your own platform, navigating a non-linear career path, or simply curious about the reality behind influencer life; this conversation is honest, empowering, and full of wisdom.Jump to a Chapter:00:00 Meet Ellen Malone02:00 Why makeup was never “just makeup”07:50 The moment TikTok changed everything12:40 Talent vs audacity: the real success formula17:30 The hidden pressure of being an influencer25:45 Advice for aspiring content creators32:40 Rapid fire: beauty, influencers & glam trendsBuilding a personal brand online takes more than talent. It takes courage, consistency, and the willingness to start before you're ready. Ellen shares powerful insights on authenticity, creativity, and why the people who succeed online are often the ones who simply keep showing up and hitting post.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for more conversations about careers, creativity, and the personalities shaping the future of work.🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠📲Where to find Jodie & EllenJodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠@iamjodieclarke⁠ Ellen | @askellenbeauty#ThePersonalityHire #JodieClarke #EllenMalone #AskEllenBeauty #ContentCreatorLife #InfluencerReality #CreatorEconomy #BeautyCreator #TikTokCreator #CareerAdvice #WomenInBusiness

The way we work is changing fast and your CV might already be outdated. In this episode of The Personality Hire, Adam Jacobs unpacks why identity, values and personality now matter more than job titles, and how Gen Z is reshaping the future of work.From building The Iconic to co-founding Hatch, Adam shares what really makes a great hire, why traditional resumes fail early-career talent (and employers), and how AI is actually helping young people grow faster.If you’re job hunting, feeling stuck, or tired of being ghosted by applications, this episode (and Hatch) might change how you think about work entirely.Jump to a Chapter:00:00 – Why “entrepreneur” is the wrong label04:07 – Why CVs don’t show who people really are06:57 – How to stand out in job applications today10:42 – Why Hatch is not “Tinder for jobs”13:04 – Universities, AI, and being job-ready23:44 – What Gen Z actually wants from work👉 Subscribe for more conversations on careers, identity, and the future of work.🔗 Explore Hatch here: https://www.hatch.team🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠📲Where to find Jodie & AdamJodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠ Hatch | @hatch.au

Social media has convinced an entire generation that entrepreneurship is effortless, 9-5 jobs are “uncool,” and success should happen overnight. But we’re calling BS. Part-2 of Jodie’s eye-opening chat with career consultant Tammie Ballis breaks down the truth behind entitlement, resilience, rejection, temp work, and landing a career that actually lasts.If you’ve ever felt behind, confused, or pressured by online “career advice,” this episode will ground you, empower you, and give you the reality check we all need.Jump to a Chapter:00:00 Why 9-5 Isn’t “Uncool”01:44 The Social Media Lie About Entrepreneurship03:49 Privilege, Money & the Myth of Overnight Success05:33 Why We’re Craving Realness Again06:53 What Traits Actually Get You Hired08:47 How to Back Yourself When You Feel Underqualified11:07 Temp Work, Rejection Resilience & Fixing the Money Problem13:40 The Brutal Truth About Today’s Job MarketIf this episode helped you, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and explore more interviews designed to raise your confidence, sharpen your skills, and support your next career move.🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠Where to find Jodie & Tammie 📲Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠ Tammie | tammieballis

The job market is tougher than ever; applications are skyrocketing, AI is reshaping entire industries, and jobseekers are feeling the pressure. In this 2-part episode, career consultant Tammie Ballis breaks down what’s really happening, why so many candidates are being ignored, and the skills you must develop to stay employable.Whether you’re feeling overlooked, stuck, or just trying to make sense of today’s chaotic job market, this episode breaks down the truth. We get into AI, job security, resumes, recruitment trends, and how to future-proof your career.Jump to a Chapter:00:00 What’s Really Going On in the Job Market03:47 AI, Offshoring & Why Jobs Are Disappearing08:06 How Jobseekers Are Hurting Their Own Chances14:30 The Truth About CVs, Recruiters & Misinfo Online20:17 Personality vs Skills: What Actually Gets You Hired23:40 The Danger of “Entrepreneur Culture” & Social Media MythsDon’t forget to subscribe for more episodes and explore the channel for more interviews that help you stand out, stay employable, and build a career you love.🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠Where to find Jodie & Tammie 📲Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠ Tammie | tammieballisThis podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au [email protected]

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 Welcome01:00 Biggest Career Win & Starting the Podcast03:00 When Jodie Nearly Quit05:00 Creative Burnout & Staying Consistent07:00 Building Confidence & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome09:00 What Charisma Really Means11:00 Staying Authentic Online13:00 Trusting Your Gut & Backing Yourself15:00 What’s Next for The Personality HireJodie 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 | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠Where to find Jodie & Elliot 📲Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠ Elliot | @uncertaintruckJump to a Chapter:This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au [email protected]

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 Rose02:00 – Confidence is currency: How women can own their worth06:00 – Dealing with difficult people at work13:40 – Being labelled “too confident” or “too much”18:00 – Why you shouldn’t be friends with colleagues20:00 – Forget “fake it till you make it”: Back yourself instead25:00 – How to keep going when no one’s clapping27:00 – Amanda’s boss-lady hacks and closing wisdomAmanda 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 | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠Where to find Jodie & Amanda 📲Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠ Amanda | @theamandarose

What happens when you back yourself, post a bold video, and end up landing a dream TV job? This week’s episode dives into the rollercoaster career of Daniel Doody, Channel Ten presenter and personality hire extraordinaire. From singing on cruise ships and finding love at sea, to daring stunts on Studio 10 and making charisma his superpower, Daniel shares how taking risks and staying authentic shaped his career.Daniel Doody proves charisma and hard work go hand in hand. If you’re curious about bold career pivots, the truth of Aussie TV, and how to turn personality into opportunity, this episode is packed with laughs, lessons, and inspiration.Jump to a Chapter: 00:00 Meet Daniel Doody - The ultimate personality hire03:30 Life at Studio 10: Thrills, stunts & live crosses10:00 Daniel’s journey from music to media15:00 Pivoting careers & breaking into TV23:30 The viral video that landed him Studio 1028:00 Rapid-fire career questions & advice Hit subscribe for more stories on charisma, career pivots, and personality-driven success!🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | ⁠ ⁠⁠personalitypodcast⁠Where to find Jodie & Daniel 📲Jodie | ⁠ ⁠⁠iamjodieclarke⁠ Daniel | doodydaniel This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au [email protected]

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 twist01:30 Why everyone “hates” HR03:30 Can you be a personality hire?06:00 How to make your resume stand out08:30 LinkedIn stalking & interview hacks10:00 High-performance = high turnover?12:30 Pay transparency & negotiation tips17:00 Asking for a raise as a woman20:30 Performance management: protecting yourself23:45 Social media and HR red flags25:50 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 [email protected]

Media is changing faster than ever, and Poppy Reid knows it better than most. From launching Rolling Stone magazine during a pandemic to co-founding Curious Media; Poppy shares how instinct, integrity, and resilience shaped her extraordinary career.In this episode of The Personality Hire, host Jodie Clarke dives into Poppy’s journey: the power of personality-driven content, navigating imposter syndrome, taking risks in uncertain times, and championing women in leadership.Poppy’s story is a masterclass in how to back yourself, embrace uncomfortable conversations, and create a career on your own terms. If you’re navigating career pivots, chasing creative growth, or dreaming of making an impact in media, this conversation is for you.🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes: IG | https://www.instagram.com/personalitypodcast/?hl=esThis podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au [email protected]

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 Intro00:21 Meet AB - The Ultimate Personality Hire01:52 Early Career Moves & Backing Yourself03:10 The Grimy Radio Days04:40 Imposter Syndrome & Confidence in Media06:03 Unfairness in the Industry07:08 Criticism, Comparison & Career Trajectories08:03 Radio Setbacks & Low Points09:41 Support Systems & Recovery11:02 Women Supporting Women in Media12:07 Career Highlights & Sports Broadcasting13:00 The Role of a Personality Hire14:27 Personality vs Hard Skills Debate15:46 Resentment Towards Personality Hires17:22 Getting to the Top on Your Own Terms18:47 Content Creation & Monetisation Challenges20:10 Influence, Downloads & Authenticity21:00 Fear, Imposter Syndrome & Self-Investment23:08 The Reality of Radio Stardom24:27 Identity Shifts After Motherhood25:27 Rapid Fire Round28:00 Workplace Smells & Email Etiquette29:00 Dramatic Exit or Classy Goodbye?29:34 Closing Shoutouts🎧 Stay up to date with new episodes:IG | https://www.instagram.com/personalitypodcast/?hl=esThis podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au [email protected]

Ever felt like you swindled your way into a job just by being a bit of a vibe? Same. In this debut episode, Jodie Clarke takes us through her wild journey from checkout chick to Channel Seven reporter. With pit stops in wine sales, paparazzi pics, and podcasting chaos along the way.She unpacks what it means to be a “Personality Hire” (spoiler: it’s not a bad thing), why your soft skills are your secret weapon, and how sliding into LinkedIn DMs can seriously change your life. If you've ever been stuck in a job that made your soul shrivel, or you’re dreaming of doing something totally different but don't know where to start? This one’s for you.Get ready for truth bombs, good laughs, and a very real reminder that backing yourself is the biggest flex of all.This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au [email protected]

A career-driven series to help settle the question mark hiding in all of us. From non-traditional paths to identity pivots, The Personality Hire is what happens when you stop trying to fit the mold, and start trusting your gut. 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.