
JobsWorth
Welcome to JobsWorth, a podcast filled with stories from people changing their relationship with work, inspiring others to do the same
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Episodes
47 episodes
JobsWorth - John Hawker
This week we flip the script on the traditional JobsWorth format.It’s my turn to be on the receiving end of a barrage of questions and there’s only one person I’d trust with the job. My little brother Luke Adam Hawker.This convers...
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JobsWorth Reshare - Roll Boys Rising
We wrap up this batch of JobsWorth Reshare episodes with Roll Boys Rising from October 2024. George Artemi, founder of Roll Boys, was certainly a fan favourite and 6 months on he's gone from strength to strength, building a brand that is renown...
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1:31:22

JobsWorth Reshare - Breaking Boundaries
For our penultimate Reshare episode we're going back to a conversation I had in March 2024 with Charlotte Debond-Sayer, founder of Essex based wedding and events venue, The Boundary. Ever wondered how a childhood passion can i...
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JobsWorth Reshare - Mum, Mud and Motivation
On this weeks JobsWorth Reshare episode we're going back to our very first episode and a conversation I had with my mum, Lisa Hawker, back in September 2023.Have you ever wondered how the dreams of your childhood could possibly shape you...
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JobsWorth Reshare - Is Minimalism For Me?
We're halfway through our JobsWorth Reshare episodes and this week we're revisiting a conversation I had with professional writer Charlie Brown back in December 2023. Is Minimalism For Me remains one our most downloaded episodes and first time ...
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26:48

JobsWorth Reshare - The Local Lads
We're back with another JobsWorth Reshare episode and this we're going back to May 2024 to sit down with Sam Hamblin and Ed White, owners of Essex based menswear business, The Local Merchants. This was a real fan favourite. Let us know what you...
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JobsWorth Reshare - Pens, Paper and Purpose.
In the first of our JobsWorth Reshare episodes we revisit my brother Luke's interview, first shared on the 13th December 2023. Do you ever feel like you're living a life that's not truly your own? You're not alone. I've invite...
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Off Script
In todays episode, I have a conversation with actor Sam Strike. Sam shares his journey from growing up in Essex to becoming a successful actor in both the UK and the US. He discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, including his ear...
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Episode 12
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Gloves Off
In todays episode I sit down with boxing and conditioning coach Vic O'Dame. Vic shares his inspiring journey from growing up in South London to becoming a beloved figure in the local gym community. He discusses the lessons learned from boxing, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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Life Behind The Lens
This week I sit down with photographer Mia Davies. During our conversation, Mia reflects on her childhood dreams, the challenges of navigating school with ADHD, and the societal pressures to conform to traditional career paths. Mia discusses he...
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Episode 10
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Educating Emma
In this weeks episode, I sit down with Emma Huggett, founder of Monty's Play Hub. We discuss her journey in education, the challenges of teaching, and the impact of systemic pressures on educators as well as Emma's experiences with workplace bu...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:36:07

The Music Makers
On this weeks episode of JobsWorth, I sat down with Mark Barnacle and Mike Barnes, co-founders of the charity Together in Musical Expression (T.I.M.E). They discuss their early musical influences, the evolution of music consumption, and the the...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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Lost For Words
This week, I sit down with Dave Harland, a copywriter, who shares his journey from young Scrabble enthusiast to a successful freelancer and agency owner. As well as exploring the events that lead to him changing his relationship with work talk ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:21:58

Reading Between The Lines
This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with professional actor Ricky Champ. Ricky shares his journey into the world of acting, discussing his early inspirations, the importance of resilience in the industry, and the impact of rejection on...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:20:14

The Food Lover's Guide To Fertility
In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Lodge, a naturopathic nutritional therapist and yoga teacher, who shares her journey from a stable career in law to pursuing her passion for nutrition and health. Whitney talks about her journey into spe...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:30:09

A Cut Above
In this episode, I sit down with Ky Wilson, a hairdressing entrepreneur. We discuss the evolution of Ky's career over the last 18 years. In this conversation, Ky shares his journey in the hairdressing industry, emphasising the importance of net...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:23:31

Roll Boys Rising
In this episode, I sit down with George Artemi, founder of Roll Boys, who shares his journey from aspiring professional footballer to successful entrepreneur. George discusses the challenges he faced after being released from football, his expe...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:29:47

Taking Centre Stage
This week I sit down with Lucy Bardrick who shares her inspiring journey from a small town in Cornwall to becoming a professional dancer and now an exec at Arbonne International. She discusses her early passion for dance, the unwavering support...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:47:54

The Secret Society of Shoefitters
In this episode, I sit down with Gemma Simpson, owner of Other Kids, a childrens footwear and fashion store in Leigh on Sea. We discuss Gemma's early aspirations of becoming a pop star to her experiences in various jobs, leading to the establis...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:34:29

You're So Golden
This week I sit down with Katie Southgate, founder of Gold Geese, a charity supporting families of children with cancer. Katie shares her personal journey of her daughter Hattie's leukemia diagnosis and how it inspired her to create Gold Geese....
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:17:50

The Local Lads
This week Sam Hamblin and Ed White, owners of Essex based menswear business The Local Merchants join me to discuss the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and what it's like to grow a business with your best mate. The Local Merchant...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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From Genoa to Jewellery
In the latest episode of JobsWorth I sit down for a chat with the amazing Clio Sigismondi, the creative powerhouse behind Black and Sigi. From her roots as an Italian immigrant to her flourishing career in the UK, Clio's story is a testam...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:18:09

Life, Lessons and Legacy
This week's conversation is with Jonathan Newell, the innovative insurance entrepreneur behind BearRock. We journey with Jonathan through his childhood dreams of being a marine biologist, his unanticipated dive into the insurance realm, and the...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:17:08

How to Craft Connections
Joining me on the podcast this week are Bex Hyde and Aimée Johnson, founders of The Connection Ltd. We explore their journeys from childhood aspirations through to the creation of a business that is solely focused on creating genuine connection...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:53:00

JobsWorth: People People
Embarking on a career journey can often feel like deciphering a map without a legend, but Carly Ash has turned each twist and turn into a roadmap for cultivating inclusive company cultures. When faced with personal trials, including a breast ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 0
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