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OneUp Project

Sarah Kelseywww.theoneupproject.nz
Freedom starts with knowledge! This podcast will empower you to take control of your self improvement, on your own terms.

Join me, Sarah Kelsey, every week as we unpack fresh perspectives and thought-provoking insights. Together, we’ll challenge the norms, spark curiosity and share stories that help you grow, thrive and get the OneUp on your past self.
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Episodes

Budgeting for Life Changes in 2024

Kia ora to all the beautiful people about to listen to this episode, you are joining thousands each month looking to upskill and become a better version of themselves. Today's episode is in partnership with PocketSmith , the personal finance planner helping you live the life you want! I sit down with CEO and Co-Founder Jason Leong and enjoy pockets of wisdom from his own experience in business and life. After taking the risk to start PocketSmith, Jason has endured many changes in his personal fi...

Jan 15, 202453 min

Breadcrumb 44 - Start growing the confidence to take more risks with this tip

Enjoy this chat with serial entrepreneur Chidi Ashley who moved from her secure corporate job in New York to Bali and now Dubai. She shares a golden nugget from her travels. You can listen to the full episode below. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 46 is from Episode 174 - Travel, Business a...

Dec 27, 20234 min

Breadcrumb 43 - How to find 'home' no matter where you are in the world

Enjoy this chat with serial entrepreneur Chidi Ashley who moved from her secure corporate job in New York to Bali and now Dubai. She shares a golden nugget from her travels. You can listen to the full episode below. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 45 is from Episode 174 - Travel, Business a...

Dec 20, 20233 min

Redefining Women in Leadership by Unpacking Limiting Beliefs

Kia ora to all the beautiful people about to listen to this episode, you are joining thousands each month looking to upskill and become a better version of themselves. Today I have two familiar, powerful and thoughtful leaders on the podcast. Nat Ferguson and Kristen Lunman may be two people you recognise as co-founders of successful Aotearoa investing platform, Hatch! After becoming acquired the pair have moved on to a new project Powrsuit , helping more women into positions of power. Within th...

Dec 05, 202359 min

Breadcrumb 42 - How to get the KiwiSaver Government Contribution *free money*

Let's get you an extra $521 every year into your KiwiSaver! Here is what it is and how you do it... At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 42 is from Episode 173 - 5 things you should know about KiwiSaver: Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Keen to learn more about personal growth, career and mon...

Nov 29, 20234 min

The Most Common BIASES Influencing Our SPENDING Habits

Kia ora to all the beautiful people about to listen to this episode, you are joining thousands each month looking to upskill and become a better version of themselves. Discuss insights from the book 'The Choice Factory' by Richard Shotton with me! We are breaking down the intricate world of influential biases that shape our spending behaviours. I want to reveal how these biases silently impact our financial choices. Within this episode we discuss: Understanding Behavioural Economics Insights fro...

Nov 27, 202331 min

Breadcrumb 41 - What to do when financial freedom seems far away

This Breadcrumb talks about my frustration with the term 'financial freedom' and not achieving it now... but maybe we can achieve it sooner than we think? Here are my thoughts. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 41 is from Episode 175 - Can you achieve financial freedom without money?: Listen ...

Nov 22, 20235 min

Let's Talk Consent! Tackling Aotearoa’s Sexual Violence Epidemic

Kia ora to all the beautiful people about to listen to this episode, you are joining thousands each month looking to upskill and become a better version of themselves. Genna Hawkins-Boulton, founder of Let's Talk Consent talks about rewriting her personal narrative of trauma to empower young New Zealanders to challenge rape culture through critical consent education. Let's Talk Consent Instagram Within this episode we discuss: Multi-layered identities and how to understand your own Healing your ...

Nov 20, 202350 min

Breadcrumb 40 - 4 tricks to staying consistent with your money goals

This Breadcrumb shares my 4 hacks/secrets/tricks to sticking to your budget and managing your money the most effectively you possibly can! Don't miss these ones... At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 38 is from Episode 165 - How to Monetize your Skilld // Build a Personal Brand with Purpose Kee...

Nov 16, 20237 min

Thrive Within a Rising Cost of Living & Manage Your Money Better

Kia ora to all the beautiful people about to listen to this episode, you are joining thousands each month looking to upskill and become a better version of themselves. Within this episode we discuss: Inflation vs cost of living Understanding how our society works How to manage our money better through inflation How to strategically save and invest Hacks to save more, FASTER Other episodes I mentioned: My financial foundations for money success All the different savings accounts you can use to be...

Nov 15, 202331 min

Breadcrumb 39 - The most common misconception about budgeting!!

This Breadcrumb is about how to avoid and move past the main challenge that I always hear from people when discussing budgeting. Managing our money can SUCK but maybe there's a way you can make it a habit for the long term? Listen in to find out... At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 38 is from...

Nov 01, 20233 min

Live Life Beyond "Societies Standards" and Take the Road Less Travelled

Join me for an inspiring glimpse into the life-changing journey of Lisa Jansen, author of the insightful book "Life Done Differently - One Womens Journey on the Road Less Travelled." Lisa's captivating story takes us on a five-year journey across the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand, as she grapples with the profound question of whether to embrace a traditional path or carve her own unique way forward. In this episode, we navigate societal expectations to confronting personal doubts, Lisa res...

Oct 30, 20231 hr

Breadcrumb 38 - Understand your finances better and create sustainable habits with these tips

This Breadcrumb is about how to create boundaries in your budget and truly understand your personal financial situation. This is key in order to creating sustainable habits around $$. Find out how to manage your money better with a few tricks I have gained since interviewing personal finance experts. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new pers...

Oct 25, 20234 min

Why we Struggle with Worthiness and Feeling Comfortable within Ourselves

Olivia Chitty is an NLP practitioner, life coach and business mentor for busy and ambitious women. I have known Olivia for a little while now and I wanted to bring her on to discuss “worthiness” and what it actually means to live as your authentic self. Olivia demonstrates these values daily in the way she lives intentionally. I wanted her to pass on those tools and take us through her journey of feeling unworthy to knowing she is worthy and valuable in every way. Let us know what you learnt! Ch...

Oct 23, 202347 min

Breadcrumb 37 - How to start STRONG as a freelancer in business

In this episode, we talk to founder of HireHer , digital talent platform for women, Priscilla Chand about how consistent progress is the real success. Priscilla teaches us about the power of owning who we are and using it to our advantage. This episode was a little while ago now but the growth strategies continue to inspire me. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous epis...

Oct 18, 20234 min

How to Navigate a Pay Rise and Avoid Lifestyle Creep

On this episode, we're diving into the often overlooked and sometimes confusing world of financial changes that come with a well-deserved pay raise (WOOHOO)! While a salary bump is undoubtedly cause for celebration, it's crucial to approach this change with a mindset for growth, both personally and financially. Today, I take on the role of the voice of reason, offering practical tips and essential reminders to ensure that your financial well-being remains on track. We'll discuss the psychologica...

Oct 16, 202331 min

Breadcrumb 36 - Feel the fear and do it anyway! You will never be 'ready'

In this episode, we talk to founder of HireHer , digital talent platform for women, Priscilla Chand about how consistent progress is the real success. Priscilla teaches us about the power of owning who we are and using it to our advantage. This episode was a little while ago now but the growth strategies continue to inspire me. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous epis...

Oct 13, 20233 min

How to be BOLD in your Career & become a Great Leader

How lucky are we to have HR, leadership and career expert and consultant, Shelley Johnson on the podcast today to share every practical tool and pathway to finding a career that is meaningful to you! Unexpectedly we took a turn down the road of my own career so far and how I have paved a path from accounting to marketing, podcasting and beyond. Shelley helps me analyse why previous jobs didn't work for me and align with my strengths and how I can use them going forward. You are all about to get ...

Oct 12, 202348 min

Breadcrumb 35 - How to build a business and life that can sustain pressure

Beks Anderson, founder of Chaos & Harmony , a unique shoe designer based in Aotearoa has lengthy experience with communicating brand purpose and voice across social media. I interviewed her on the story of the business to date and came away with a few gems for building an authentic brand. Enjoy and listen to the full episode below! At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previ...

Oct 04, 20234 min

Championing Intersectional Diversity through Wellness Supplements w/ Moodi

Today we sit down with Kate Gatfield-Jeffries, the visionary behind Moodi, a groundbreaking mental wellness supplement brand. Kate's journey as a startup founder helps us discover how to innovate in a space that once felt so limited. We will talk about the inception of Moodi and uncover what fuels Kate's passion for championing women in their careers and advancing intersectional diversity. We'll explore the concept of intersectional diversity, the importance of finding purpose in work, and wheth...

Oct 02, 202353 min

Breadcrumb 34 - Put in 1% everyday and find success in the journey

In this episode, we talk to founder of HireHer , digital talent platform for women, Priscilla Chand about how consistent progress is the real success. Priscilla teaches us about the power of owning who we are and using it to our advantage. This episode was a little while ago now but the growth strategies continue to inspire me. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous epis...

Sep 27, 20233 min

What I learnt from Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

I read this book 10 YEARS AGO!!! Can you believe i am Gen Z... honestly it's getting embarrasing. Anyway, I really wanted to do a summary of Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. Iconic money and personal development book. This book set foundations for how I saw money and life ongoing and looking back most likely had a big impact on financial and career decisions I made. In this episode I review the good and the bad of these financial foundations... Keen to learn more about personal growth, car...

Sep 25, 202340 min

Breadcrumb 33 - How to use Instagram to promote your business authentically

Beks Anderson, founder of Chaos & Harmony , a unique shoe designer based in Aotearoa has lengthy experience with communicating brand purpose and voice across social media. I interviewed her on the story of the business to date and came away with a few gems for building an authentic brand. Enjoy and listen to the full episode below! At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previ...

Sep 20, 20234 min

Mixing Art and Activism on a Journey to Societal Change

On OneUp this week we explore the remarkable journey of Vira Paky, a first-generation Congolese-New Zealander with a strong passion for equity and progress. Her interests in feminism, global politics, race, and African identity have led her down a purposeful path that I had the pleasure of discussing with her. Vira, an award-winning poet and community activist, discusses how creativity, storytelling, and advocacy work together to create impact. She shares insights on embracing imperfection, find...

Sep 18, 202349 min

Breadcrumb 32 - How to truly "find your passion" today!

In this episode, we talk to founder of HireHer , digital talent platform for women, Priscilla Chand about her struggling with finding her passion and how she actually overcame it. Priscilla teaches us about the power of owning who we are and using it to our advantage. This episode was a little while ago now but the growth strategies continue to inspire me. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite s...

Sep 18, 20233 min

The Magic of Compounding in Money and in Life

Learn the secrets behind the "8th wonder of the world" and how an early start can redefine your financial journey. Welcome to a new episode on 'the compound effect' - what compound interest and investing is and how we can use it in both our financial and personal lives. In this episode we chat: What is compound interest? What is compound investing? The power of starting early Financial foundations Dollar cost averaging Episodes I refered to: Compound Interest Episode One Financial foundations Ep...

Aug 28, 202323 min

Breadcrumb 31 - The most effective way to overcome failure!

In this episode, we delve into the power of embracing emotions and navigating failure. Uncover strategies to validate your feelings and learn how setbacks can be stepping stones. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 31 is from Episode 166 - 4 Rules for Investing in Yourself in 2023 Keen to learn...

Aug 25, 20234 min

Building a Career in a New Country & Navigating Imposter Syndrome

Ritu Saxena moved from Mumbai, India to New Zealand to start a new life and career all on her own. She always craved an independent life and ended up on the other side of the world to get it. In this episode we discuss building a career in a new country, while moving through loneliness and imposter syndrome. Ritu, while working full time also fulfills her passions to empower women in the workplace with Project Upgrade Her. Her content and story is inspiring and I look forward to sharing her pers...

Aug 21, 202344 min

Breadcrumb 30 - Don't gatekeep knowledge! The importance of sharing

It took me over a year to lock down this interview with Valentin Ozich founder of NZ Founded Streetwear Brand I love Ugly ! I never usually push and push and push for guests... but Valentin was one I knew I absolutley needed on the podcast. His journey is beyond inspiring and he instilled some ideas in my head 2 years ago that carry on strong today. Enjoy this recollection of his journey to success, through mental health and self-worth struggles. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a...

Aug 16, 20236 min

Lessons from The Barbie Movie: Money, Feminism and Life

Let's unravel the Barbie movies hidden gems on life and money! I start the episode with a discussion on the movies themes; patriarchy, feminism and sexism. Did this movie do it well? Or was it anti-productive? Hear my thoughts and other breadcrumbs I took in the episode. Then we go into a variety of money lessons both Ken and Barbie teach us, how the real world compares to 'BarbieLand' and why this matters. I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts! Keen to learn more about personal growth, ...

Aug 14, 202333 min
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