This week on Girls Gotta Work, we sit down with Sam, founder of Sabi Collective, to talk about the reality of starting fresh new city, new career, zero clients.
From making friends as an adult and finding people who really get you, to how photography became part of her everyday life, Sam shares the challenges and wins of building both a business and a community from the ground up.
She also leaves us with her best advice on starting over, whether that’s in a new job, a new city, or even a whole new country.
Tune in now for a dose of honesty, inspiration, and courage to take the leap.
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TW: This episode may bring up tender feelings around fertility. If this topic doesn’t feel right for you right now, we encourage you to come back when it feels safe.
This week on Girls Gotta Work, Hayleigh is joined by certified nutritionist Heidi Dillon for an open and heartfelt conversation about their fertility journeys and the emotional rollercoaster of trying to conceive.
Heidi, who specialises in metabolic health for busy women, shares the pressure she felt while trying to conceive, the importance of having the right support team, and the unexpected moments of connection and strength that came from navigating this chapter with her partner.
They also explore practical strategies for coping, both physically and emotionally. This episode is a gentle, honest look at a topic so many experience, but so few talk about.
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This week on Girls Gotta Work, it's just Hayleigh behind the mic for a mid-season solo ep to celebrate a huge milestone, 5 years in business with Hali Helper!
From the early days to the big wins (and even bigger lessons), Hayleigh shares the five biggest takeaways from building a business from the ground up. Spoiler alert: the real secret to it all… is you.
If you're on your own business journey or need a reminder of what you're capable of, this one’s for you.
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Disclaimer: This episode discusses women’s safety and a real-life experience that led to the creation of Tyrelle’s business. While we don’t go into graphic detail, please take care while listening if this feels tender for you today.
This week on Girls Gotta Work, we’re joined by Tyrelle Beattie, founder of Kepler Keychains, for a raw and powerful conversation about turning fear into empowerment.
After a terrifying experience, Tyrelle was determined not to live in fear, and instead, built a brand and community helping others feel prepared, not paranoid. She shares the challenges of starting Kepler (including the battle to get insurance), the lives she’s impacted, and why creating safe spaces for women matters now more than ever.
This one’s bold, honest, and deeply inspiring.
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This week on Girls Gotta Work, we're joined by Hayley Philip for a powerful chat on creativity, burnout, and finding the courage to take up space. From a signwriting shop in Cairns to carving out their own creative paths in Melbourne, Hayley and Hayleigh reflect on the unexpected beginnings that led them here.
They dive into the fear of failing, the pressure to play small, and the mindset shift that changed everything. If you’ve ever doubted your voice or felt like taking up space was “too much,” this episode will remind you: you are your greatest strength in business.
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This week on Girls Gotta Work, we're having a deeply personal conversation as Hayleigh and Chantell-Marie share their experiences with foster care, what it taught them, how it shaped them, and why it fuels their passion today.
Chantell-Marie, founder of Hope in a Home, opens up about turning her past into her power, becoming a safe space for others, and what she wishes more people understood about foster care. We also dive into the resilience and adaptability foster care instilled in her, especially as a business owner.
This episode is raw, real, and a reminder that our toughest experiences can become our greatest strengths.
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This week on Girls Gotta Work, we’re joined by Emily, founder of First Colours, for her first-ever podcast interview! From the glamour of Paris Fashion Week to the reality of self-funding a sustainable brand, Emily gets real about the highs, the hurdles, and the hard lessons of building a business.
We dive into the challenges of small business, the power of an anti-hustle approach, and why it truly takes a village to bring a brand to life. If you’re dreaming of starting something of your own, this episode is a must-listen.
You’ll learn about:
Emily’s journey in sustainability
Self funding First Colours
The anti-hustle culture
Challenges of small business
Connect with Emily on her website, Insta and TikTok
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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses body image and weight.
This week on Girls Gotta Work, we’re joined by Elisha Tamasi, aka The Polynesian Life Coach, for a powerful conversation on self-worth, confidence, and breaking free from body shame.
Elisha shares her journey of unlearning diet culture, embracing radical self-love, and showing up as your most authentic self. We dive into the power of vulnerability, why confidence is built through action, and how to heal by showing up for your younger self.
If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt or felt like you had to shrink yourself to be accepted, this episode is for you.
You’ll learn about:
The power of vulnerability
Confidence is about taking action
Showing up for your younger self
The power of being YOU
Connect with Elisha on her website, Youtube, Insta and TikTok
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This week on Girls Gotta Work, we’re getting spicy with Jordyn Evans, founder of Mingle Seasoning. From bootstrapping her way into supermarket shelves to launching the iconic "Por qué no los dos" campaign, Jordyn has been shaking up the industry one bold move at a time.
She shares the real, unfiltered story of building Mingle, the marketing magic behind its success, and the pinch-me moments along the way. If you’re ready for a masterclass in disruption, resilience, and doing business your way, this one's for you!
You’ll learn about:
Bootstrapping as much as possible
The marketing side of Mingle
The pinch me moments along the journey
Connect with Jordyn on LinkedIn and with Mingle on the website and Insta
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Sales don’t have to feel sleazy. In this episode of Girls Gotta Work, we’re joined by Laura Canham, award-winning business coach and founder of the Soulful Sales movement, to talk about selling with confidence, ease, and integrity.
Laura shares how she built a multi-six-figure business while raising two babies, the biggest mindset shifts female entrepreneurs need, and why selling to women is completely different. We also dive into the pressure of figuring out “what you want to be” and how to create success without burnout.
You’ll learn about:
The evolution of learning
The pressure of “what you want to be”
Business and motherhood
The difference between selling to women
Connect with Laura on Insta and listen to her podcast here.
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Ash from Tier Society joins the podcast today to share her story and mindset tips for being your biggest cheerleader to show up for yourself as a business owner.
You’ll learn about:
Ash’s career journey
Showing vulnerability
Showing up with confidence
Mindset tips
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Kobe, a buyer’s advocate turned mortgage broker with her business Finance with Kobe, after being diagnosed with a chronic illness, joins the podcast today. Kobe and Hayleigh talk about owning a business with chronic illness and following your passion.
You’ll learn about:
Creating the right team for you
It’s not a one size fits all
Owning a business with chronic illness
Kobe’s true north
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Peta is the founder of Grow Girl Grow, a place to feel less alone, more connected and supporting the fullest version of yourself. In today’s episode, Peta joins Hayleigh to talk through turning an extremely hard time into a purposeful one.
You’ll learn about:
Finding purpose
Advice for going through a lifequake
The Grow Girl Grow Community
Peta’s magpie mistakes
Connect with Peta oninsta,tiktok and herPodcast
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If you haven’t seen Grace Grimshaw on TikTok, you may be living under a rock! With close to 180k followers and 9 million likes, Grace knows a thing or two about the social media game. In this episode, Grace shares her journey in business and content creation.
You’ll learn about:
Staying true to purpose
The mindset that Grace has taken her through life
Boundaries and balance
Misconceptions about business
Connect with Grace on Youtube, Instagram and TikTok.
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Welcome back to the first episode of 2025! In this episode, I’m sharing some very personal goals for the year, along with taking you through the mindset and mantra of my business life for this year.
You’ll learn about:
Making the mistakes to learn the lessons
Learning about your compass
Breaking down the goal setting for 2025
Creating your safe place shiny objects
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In this episode, Terri joins Hayleigh to talk about all things leadership, mentorship, networking and an incredible reminder that including some of the leading CEOs, that we’re all just figuring it out.
You’ll learn about:
What leadership actually is
Having tough conversations
Qualities of a mentor
How best to find a mentor
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Jess Martin helps lead women to a life far from average, and she’s joining Hayleigh on the podcast today. In this episode, Jess shares how she helps her clients reprogram their subconscious to get everything they want in their life.
You’ll learn about:
The subconscious mind
Jess’s love for self help books
Tools to help you understand your subconscious
Boldest decisions Jess has made in her business
Connect with Jess via her website, on Instagram @jessmartin__ and her podcast.
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In this episode, Hayleigh chats to the Founder of copywriting agency Naughty Nancy, Dani. You’ll find out about her business story, the rad, the mad and the bad parts of running her business, and a sneak peak into the exciting new business she’s launching!
You’ll learn about:
How Dani fell into copywriting
The challenge of managing teams
Forecasting the business for your future
Launching her new business
Connect with Dani via her website and on Instagram @naughtynancy._/ and TikTok @daniellaaargh
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In this episode, Hayleigh is chatting with Ash from Hype Girl Social Club. Between being a Physio, running Hype Girl Social Club and being a Mindset Coach, Ash is on the go all the time. In this episode, Ash shares fantastic advice around what are you saying yes to, and what to do when you want to say no to.
You’ll learn about:
The special connection of coaching
Ash’s experience with burnout
Knowing when to push or when to pull back
Embodying boundaries
Connect with Ash via her website and on Instagram @hypegirlsocialclub
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In this episode, Hayleigh has a wonderful conversation with Brit from the Social Britify. Brit shares her unconventional journey into business, which many may relate to and the lessons learnt along the way.
You’ll learn about:
Brit’s journey stumbling into business
Spotlight syndrome
Creating content
Breaking out of the 9-5 mentality
Connect with Brit via her website and on Instagram @thesocialbritify
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