//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~48efbd795866ea2273cc3a5401c25079abc6244cd75ada0cee4002edc29ba3e9 Welcome to JobsWorth, a podcast filled with stories from people changing their relationship with work, inspiring others to do the sameVisit the JobsWorth website; https://www.jobs-worth.com/Watch JobsWorth on YouTube; www.youtube.com/@jobsworthpodcastFollow JobsWorth on Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/jobsworthpodcast/?hl=enFollow me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhawker/Follow me on TikTok; https://www.tiktok.com/@globaltechcollectiveSubscribe to my newsletter 'The Job Journal from GTC'; https://tinyurl.com/TheJobJournalFromGTCLearn more about my proper job; https://www.globaltechcollective.com/ Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:31:21 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17854632-jobsworth-andy-gooch-and-kirsty-williamson.mp3 JobsWorth is back and on this week’s episode I’m joined by Andy Gooch and Kirsty Williamson of Essex based creative agency, Ultra Studio. Like so many businesses, Ultra was born out of necessity. A way for Andy to work on one of his first major projects out of university. Little did he know that thirteen years down the line it would have grown into what it is today. Andy, by his own admission, benefited from having a clear idea of what he wanted to be when he grew up from a relatively young age. Kirsty’s ‘journey’ (a word neither are comfortable with by the way) was a little more…squiggly. And it’s one that a lot of you will be able to relate to. We talk about university, and whether it’s an essential step to kick start a career in a creative field. We explore how Kirsty and Andy define success and how that’s evolved over the years. We also discuss the impact of becoming parents on their never ending battle for work life balance. The pair have now worked together for over seven yea... Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17854632-jobsworth-andy-gooch-and-kirsty-williamson.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17817252-jobsworth-john-and-producer-tom.mp3 JobsWorth has just turned 2.  And to celebrate, Producer Tom and I thought it was about time we had a catch up.  Join us for a walk down memory lane as we look back at what inspired the podcast in the first place, how it all started, what it takes to record almost 70 episodes and our plans for the future.  A HUGE thank you to everyone that’s listened or watched JobsWorth so far  #jobsworth #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #career #worklife #happybirthday The JobsWorth website is here www.jobs-worth.com Watch the show on YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/@jobsworthpodcast Follow the show on Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/jobsworthpodcast/?hl=en Follow me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhawker/ Follow me on TikTok; https://www.tiktok.com/@globaltechcollective Subscribe to my newsletter 'The Job Journal from GTC'; https://subscribepage.io/TheJobJournal Learn more about my proper job; https://www.globaltechcollective.com/ Conta... Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17817252-jobsworth-john-and-producer-tom.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17774364-jobsworth-best-bits-when-i-grow-up.mp3 JobsWorth is back with another special edition episode this week as we choose a few of our favourite responses to our opening question on the podcast. 'When you were younger, what did you want to be when you grew up?' Let me know what your answer to this question would be in the comments  #jobsworth #podcast #career #worklife #storiesthatinspirechange The JobsWorth website is here www.jobs-worth.com Watch the show on YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/@jobsworthpodcast Follow the show on Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/jobsworthpodcast/?hl=en Follow me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhawker/ Follow me on TikTok; https://www.tiktok.com/@globaltechcollective Subscribe to my newsletter 'The Job Journal from GTC'; https://subscribepage.io/TheJobJournal Learn more about my proper job; https://www.globaltechcollective.com/ Contact the show on hello@jobs-worth.com Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17774364-jobsworth-best-bits-when-i-grow-up.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17739645-jobsworth-best-bits-let-the-games-begin.mp3 While me and the team are taking a break, Producer Tom and I have handpicked a few of our favourite JobsWorth games and jammed them into a very special episode.  Let the games begin  #jobsworth #podcast #career #worklife #storiesthatinspirechange The JobsWorth website is here www.jobs-worth.com Watch the show on YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/@jobsworthpodcast Follow the show on Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/jobsworthpodcast/?hl=en Follow me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhawker/ Follow me on TikTok; https://www.tiktok.com/@globaltechcollective Subscribe to my newsletter 'The Job Journal from GTC'; https://subscribepage.io/TheJobJournal Learn more about my proper job; https://www.globaltechcollective.com/ Contact the show on hello@jobs-worth.com Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17739645-jobsworth-best-bits-let-the-games-begin.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17699142-jobsworth-lucy-o-brien.mp3 My guest on JobsWorth this week is Lucy O’Brien, Director of Essex based creative agency, Social It.  At just twenty three years old, Lucy has already built a reputation for helping brands and businesses of all shapes and sizes share their story and in turn, raise their profile.  We learn about Lucy’s time in private education and how her experiences helped to shape the woman she is today. We talk about the universal struggle most people feel navigating college when they really have no idea what they want to do with their lives and we also find out how Lucy landed an opportunity that would change everything.  Lucy is reluctant to label herself as a social media specialist despite Instagram playing a big role in her day to day work with clients. After having this conversation I can understand why.  She is, first and foremost, a storyteller. It’s her ability to connect with people, not to understand an algorithm, that sets her apart...and she's just getting started.  Please enjoy... Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17699142-jobsworth-lucy-o-brien.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17662187-jobsworth-samantha-ford.mp3 This week’s guest is Essex based tattooist and Director of Silver Needles tattoo studio, Sam Ford. As a second generation tattooist it’s safe to say that the art form is quite literally in her blood and she’s seen a whole host of changes over the course of her twenty year career.  We talk about some of them as well as finding out what led Sam to start an apprenticeship in the first place, how she found working with her Dad, her thoughts on some of the stereotypes surrounding the industry and why the past couple of years have been particularly tough for tattooists in general.  I ask Sam what it’s been like running her own studio for the past seventeen years, get some insight on how she strikes the right balance between work and life and find out about how she expresses herself creatively outside of the studio (the answer might surprise you).  Stick around for our game at the end and apologies in advance if one of your tattoos are featured (ffs don’t sue me).  Please enjoy...Saman... Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17662187-jobsworth-samantha-ford.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17618216-jobsworth-bee-o-dame.mp3 On this week’s episode of JobsWorth , I’m joined by Hair and Makeup artist, Bee O’Dame. Bee certainly knows how to make an impression. From the moment she walked in to record the podcast, she quite literally lit up the room. She’s someone who exudes confidence, isn’t afraid to be herself, and will quite happily show someone the door if they’re not willing to accept who she is. And in a world where so many of us pander to other people’s perceptions of how to act, what to wear, or who to be… it’s really bloody refreshing. But building the confidence to be yourself takes hard work, and in Bee’s own words, she’s made a lot of mistakes. Fortunately, she’s also learned from them. Bee is a doer. She makes sh t happen. She, in all the best possible ways, is a force of nature, and over the years (two careers, four kids, and a twenty-year relationship with her husband Vic), she’s worked a lot of sh t out. We explore her early passion for fashion, how she built a successful career... Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17618216-jobsworth-bee-o-dame.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17585855-jobsworth-ben-nichols-and-alice-skeats.mp3 This week on JobsWorth, I’m sitting down with Ben Nichols and Alice Skeats, co-founders of Re:Made. Ben and Alice are a couple from Essex, and theirs is a love story that started like so many others in the twenty-first century – on Bumble. After meeting during the pandemic, and despite the not insignificant hurdle of lockdowns and social distancing, their relationship blossomed. Then, a little over two years ago, Ben had an idea. We explore what happened next: from the creation of their first prototype product to the celebration of Re:Made’s second birthday a few weeks ago. Ben and Alice give an honest account of what it’s like growing a business as a couple, the sacrifices you have to make when choosing to pursue a passion, and we also discuss when it’s the right time to make a side hustle your full-time gig. As well as creating a brand that has already become synonymous with high-quality products and incredibly happy customers, Alice and Ben have also built a community. If their early su... Wed, 30 Jul 2025 03:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17585855-jobsworth-ben-nichols-and-alice-skeats.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17548493-jobsworth-anneka-lange.mp3 On JobsWorth this week, I’m joined by Leigh on Sea based sign writer, illustrator and artist, Anneka Lange. Since moving to Leigh from the West Country seven years ago, Annie has become the go to person for anyone looking to have a piece of artwork adorn their shop, office, building, boat, bedroom… oh, and basketball court. We explore what it was like growing up in Cheltenham with a family of creatives, how she honed her craft at university before landing her first ‘proper’ job with a well known brand, and the importance of working alongside people who give you opportunities to push your limits. Annie also shares what brought her to this part of Essex, how she landed her first client after arriving, and why- despite being a super busy working mum of two- she’s got her sights set on developing a side project fusing her love of art, sport and clothing. Whilst you might sometimes see Annie up a ladder, on a scaffold or somewhere in the vicinity of her trusty toolbox, she’s rarely found in... Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17548493-jobsworth-anneka-lange.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17511920-jobsworth-charli-davies.mp3 JobsWorth is back and this week I’m speaking with Charli Davies, Director of Do It Like A Mother.  Prepare yourself for a very real, very open, very raw conversation about all things motherhood and parenting.  With  Do It Like a Mother, Charli and her team are building a movement.  A community where mums are free to share their experience without fear of judgement. A safe space to say out loud that amidst all the joy and magic of parenting, it’s also really bloody hard.  We talk all about unrealistic expectations, the pursuit of perfection and the myth of motherhood as well as shining a light on the potential negative impact of prescriptive parenting advice.  Charli also shares how her childhood dream of becoming a journalist led her to a successful career in TV and radio and how her priorities shifted after having kids.  Whether you are in your parenting journey, this is a powerful listen.  Please enjoy...Charli Davies. .  #jobsworth #podcast #career #worklif... Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1953977/episodes/17511920-jobsworth-charli-davies.mp3