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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

The Key to Solving the World's Largest Problems

Poverty, homelessness, racism, sexism, cost of living crisis - how do we improve situations that sometimes appear never ending? A couple of years ago I was given a book reccomendation that has changed so many of the fundamental ways I view problems and solutions. Today I want to discuss this book and how it may have some of the answers we are looking for. This is not about being right but it's about exploring a perspective. Come on this journey with me! Things we discuss in this episode: What ar...

May 02, 202430 min

Breadcrumb 59 - How to avoid being influenced to buy stuff you don’t need

Wendy Quach, co-founder of &Again has refreshed the world of "thrifting" to make second hand shopping online, easy and fun. She is replicating the experience of any online boutique in a way that is unique and accessible, making shopping second hand a great way to find your favourites pieces. 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 perspecti...

Apr 24, 20245 min

Learnings From A New Season of Personal Growth

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. Jess Lawson (founder of Collective Leigh and 803 Agency) and I recently attended Steven Barteltts Life and Speaking tour in Sydney! As huge fans of the pod, as well as his book, we had to go and listen in to everything that came of the talk. In this episode we break down the main themes and what directions we hope to go in with ou...

Apr 22, 202439 min

Breadcrumb 58 - The power of understanding your 'why' when you hit roadblocks

Jessica Lawson, founder and creative director of Collective Leigh and 8.03 Agency , is a woman to watch. She produced a publication highlighting people pursuing their passions at 19 years old and launched a strategic marketing agency for purpose-led companies at 24 years old. A trailblazer in leading a life on her own terms while staying aligned with the work she finds most meaningful. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcru...

Apr 17, 20245 min

Investment Strategy and Portfolio Breakdown of Two Gen Z'ers

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 am bringing back Te Kahukura Boynton from Māori Millionaire to discuss investing; our strategies, portfolio, financial situatuons and keys to success! We both want financial freedom, we both live completley different lives. Find new perspectives on how to invest your money in this episode! Te Kahukura's Resources; Warrant ...

Apr 15, 202443 min

Breadcrumb 57 - Building a sustainable wardrobe for your closet and your wallet

Wendy Quach, co-founder of &Again has refreshed the world of "thrifting" to make second hand shopping online, easy and fun. She is replicating the experience of any online boutique in a way that is unique and accessible, making shopping second hand a great way to find your favourites pieces. 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 perspecti...

Apr 10, 20244 min

5 Ways to Manage your Money More Effectively

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. In this episode I sit down with Stacey Fairclough from the Dosh team to discuss all the strategies we use (and don't use) to help us manage our money more effectively. Dosh is the money app that helps you spend, save and manage your money, download the app here. Things we discuss in this episode: Discussion on creating financial g...

Apr 08, 202440 min

Breadcrumb 56 - Is trusting your gut reckless or genius?

Jessica Lawson, founder and creative director of Collective Leigh and 8.03 Agency , is a woman to watch. She produced a publication highlighting people pursuing their passions at 19 years old and launched a strategic marketing agency for purpose-led companies at 24 years old. A trailblazer in leading a life on her own terms while staying aligned with the work she finds most meaningful. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcru...

Apr 03, 20243 min

6 Essential Life and Business Laws from The Diary of a CEO

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. I recently read the book "Diary of a CEO" by Steven Bartlett, one of my favourite podcasters and leaders in the industry. This was a book that needed to be read before attending his live show this week screaming (If you are watching this in the future, check out my recap episode on the live show as well). I wanted to break down 5 ...

Apr 01, 202430 min

Breadcrumb 55 - What is a 'conscious consumer' and how can we become one?

Wendy Quach, co-founder of &Again has refreshed the world of "thrifting" to make second hand shopping online, easy and fun. She is replicating the experience of any online boutique in a way that is unique and accessible, making shopping second hand a great way to find your favourites pieces. 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 perspecti...

Mar 28, 20244 min

What I've Learnt After 4 Years of Investing in the Share Market

Keen to try Magic Mind ? Click here for 20% off for both one time purchases and subscriptions. In the first 10 days, you can get up to 56% off when applying the code "ONEUP20" to a subscription! 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. It's time for one of my favourite annual episodes...What have I learnt from investing after 4 years! I can't believe we are up to 4 years...

Mar 27, 202429 min

Breadcrumb 54 - Building resilience and grit through health challenges

Jessica Lawson, founder and creative director of Collective Leigh and 8.03 Agency , is a woman to watch. She produced a publication highlighting people pursuing their passions at 19 years old and launched a strategic marketing agency for purpose-led companies at 24 years old. A trailblazer in leading a life on her own terms while staying aligned with the work she finds most meaningful. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcru...

Mar 20, 20245 min

Should I Travel or Invest? Here’s How You Can Do Both!

Keen to try Magic Mind ? Click here for 20% off for both one time purchases and subscriptions. In the first 10 days, you can get up to 56% off when applying the code "ONEUP20" to a subscription! 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. Mireia Muller-Pallares currently resides in Spain! While juggling the intricacies of financial literacy and personal development she work...

Mar 18, 202453 min

Breadcrumb 53 - Reinventing the culture of 'thrifting' with innovative ideas

Wendy Quach, co-founder of &Again has refreshed the world of "thrifting" to make second hand shopping online, easy and fun. She is replicating the experience of any online boutique in a way that is unique and accessible, making shopping second hand a great way to find your favourites pieces. 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 perspecti...

Mar 13, 20245 min

Rethinking how “Ethical Investing” Influences my Investing Strategy

Keen to try Magic Mind ? Click here for 20% off for both one time purchases and subscriptions. In the first 10 days, you can get up to 56% off when applying the code "ONEUP20" to a subscription! 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. Let's unravel the paradoxes of sustainable investing, exploring research by Kelly Shue and Samuel Hartzmark that challenges traditional s...

Mar 11, 202424 min

Breadcrumb 52 - The mass production of meat, is this real "progress"?

The book 'Sapiens' by Yuval Noah Harari has forever changed my perspective on how humans lived and live. The agricultural revolution meant the introduction of farming and the domestication of animals, this progress has always been perceived as great! But is 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. Breadcru...

Mar 06, 20246 min

Navigating Sustainable Development through an Indigenous Worldview

Keen to try Magic Mind ? Click here for 20% off for both one time purchases and subscriptions. In the first 10 days, you can get up to 56% off when applying the code "ONEUP20" to a subscription! 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 we welcome Tylah Farani-Watene, a passionate advocate for South Pacific indigenous communities. Ty shares her inspiring journey, fu...

Mar 04, 202451 min

Breadcrumb 51 - Be the person who believes in others! It will change someones life.

Mentors and leaders leave such a profound impact on us! I am a huge believer that being a cheerleader of others can change the world. Founder of Masala Bazaar , Haya Khan teaches us about her mentors and tells us a story about how her teacher changed her life. 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. Breadcrum...

Feb 28, 20246 min

How to Become a Better Listener with these 5 Steps!

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. Over the last 4 years I have had a discussion every week that has tested my ability to empathise and actively listen. Today I reflect on my personal journey from being a poor listener to consciously working on and improving my ability to do so. This has bled positively into my work and wellbeing. Things we discuss in this episode:...

Feb 26, 202433 min

Breadcrumb 50 - How farming changed the way we live and is this a good thing?

The book 'Sapiens' by Yuval Noah Harari has forever changed my perspective on how humans lived and live. The agricultural revolution meant the introduction of farming and the domestication of animals, this progress has always been perceived as great! But is 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. Breadcru...

Feb 21, 20247 min

The Truth About Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome

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. Meet Nina Santos, a dynamic force in law, advocacy, and communication, recognised as a Young New Zealander of the Year semi-finalist. As the Advocacy and Communications Manager at YWCA Tāmaki Makaurau, Nina tackles systemic bias head-on, leading initiatives that challenge imposter syndrome, fostering gender equity, and championing...

Feb 19, 202453 min

Breadcrumb 49 - How to make others feel 'seen' in spaces of vulnerability

How can us as leaders and people work to support others un underrepresented communities! Founder of Masala Bazaar , Haya Khan teaches us about how a route of entrepeneurship might allow us to live auhtnetically, easier. Mould your own identity! 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 47 is from the...

Feb 14, 20244 min

What did I Learn From The Happiest Man on Earth?

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. I recently finished "The Happiest Man Alive" a book by Eddie Jaku, survivor of Buchenwald and Auschwitz concentration camps in World War 2. Eddie Jaku was born in Leipzig, Germany in 1920. He had always considered himself German first and then Jewish. He was an extremely proud German but when the war began he very quickly saw home...

Feb 12, 202431 min

Breadcrumb 48 - How collaboration and shared belief make humans unique to other species

The book 'Sapiens' by Yuval Noah Harari has forever changed my perspective on how humans lived and live.. and why this may only serve to our detriment. This breadcrumb covers what makes us humans unique and how that influences the "progress" within society today. 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. Breadc...

Feb 07, 20245 min

Embracing Imperfection and Collective Impact when Imagining a Better Future

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. To have Pieta on an episode today is to make progress in creating a better world! Pieta exudes an empathetic approach to reimagining a brighter future through climate justice. Let this episode exede your expectations of what it means to solve the climate crisis (HINT: It's not about recycling). We are at Day 121 of genocide in Pal...

Feb 05, 202454 min

Breadcrumb 47 - Is it easier to live authentically as an entrepreneur?

Navigating mixed identities in the work place can be a challenging and isolating journey! Founder of Masala Bazaar , Haya Khan teaches us about how a route of entrepeneurship might allow us to live auhtnetically, easier. Mould your own identity! 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 47 is from th...

Jan 31, 20245 min

4 Lessons I am Taking From 2023

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. Hello, it's me! Just me today with the first solo episode of 2023! What better way to kick it off than with a reflection of the year just been and all the things I am taking into the new year with me. It was a "foundation building" quiet, slow, calm, peaceful year (beyond grateful). I hope this year is nothing like it... Things we...

Jan 29, 202435 min

Breadcrumb 46 - Are you in the right KiwiSaver fund? Here's how to find out!

The easiest thing you can do to increase your KiwiSaver balance is know which fund you are in! This starts with speaking to your provider. Here's everything you need to know to do this! 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 44 is from Episode 173 - 5 things you should know about KiwiSaver: Listen...

Jan 24, 20243 min

Saying YES with Confidence: Navigating Dual Identities in Business and Career

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 am introducing you to Leilani Faaiuaso, ro discuss access to opportunities for young people in business and navigating their career! As a New Zealand born Samoan, Leilani is passionate about helping people balancing dual identities to learn how to say YES with confidence to opportunities that are right for them. Things we ...

Jan 22, 202451 min

Breadcrumb 45 - How travel can shape the person you become

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 43 is from Episode 174 - Travel, Business a...

Jan 17, 20244 min
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