Can I Buy You a Coffee?

In this episode of Can I Buy You a Coffee?, Ebony welcomes back ⁠ Stephanie Brown ⁠, the marketing career coach and one of the very first guests to ever sit down on the show back in 2024.  After eight years at Nike and a stint at Apple, Stephanie now coaches marketers all over the world. From London to Germany to her home base in New Zealand and her growing list of clients here in Australia, helpi...

In this episode of Can I Buy You a Coffee?, Ebony sits down with Ashleigh Buchanan , Content Lead at The Breakout Hack and one of the marketing minds behind some of their most viral videos. Ashleigh has spent the last three years helping grow The Breakout Hack and York Street Brands through highly relatable, community-led social media content, building campaigns that consistently rack up millions...

Today on the show, Ebony sits down with one of her dream guests, Rachael Wilde, for an honest and insightful conversation on what it really takes to build a cult brand. Rachael is the co-founder of The Breakout Hack and Managing Director of York Street Brands. Known for turning science-backed products into highly engaged, community-led brands, she has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most...

In this episode, Bronte shares her journey of moving from Australia to London, navigating career ambitions, and building a thriving social and professional life. We dive into the realities of relocating, the power of confidence, and how to succeed in a global city while staying true to yourself. We cover: The differences between Australian and London marketing landscapes Practical advice for movin...

In this episode of Can I Buy You a Coffee? , Ebony sits down with Phoebe Perring to unpack her journey from PR intern to global beauty marketer to co-founder of Balmee Beauty. What we talk about: • How Phoebe landed a role at Mecca and what made her stand out in a highly competitive beauty space • Her early career in PR and what the industry looked like over a decade ago • What it was like working...

In this episode, Shelley and Ebony sit down for a candid catch-up on their words of the year , career goals and personal intentions for 2026. They chat about ambition, designer handbags, avoiding burnout, getting their steps in, and navigating tall poppy syndrome as career women who aren’t afraid to want more. A light, honest conversation about success and showing up fully in 2026 - without shrink...

On today's show, Ebony sits down with Rebekah Pickett, General Manager at Melbourne Social Co , to break down what actually makes someone hireable in 2026. • What truly stands out in a job application from an employer’s perspective • Why passion, drive and grit often outweigh a “perfect” resume • The growing importance of video applications and why they help candidates stand out • What hiring...

In this episode, Ebony and her boss, Melbourne Social Co Founder, Shelley Friesen, break down how to confidently ask for more money, responsibility and growth at work. This episode is a practical guide to advocating for yourself without overstepping or underselling your impact. They share: Why you should start showing up as the role you want before you ask for it How documenting your wins makes gr...

In Part Two of this conversation we sit down with marketing powerhouse Zara Jarvis to unpack the next major chapter of her career. By the time you’re listening to this episode, Zara will be in London, working for none other than Steven Bartlett, a role that millions of marketers would consider a dream job. Zara shares: How she landed what millions of marketers would consider a dream role The behin...

In Part One of this value-packed conversation, I sit down with Zara Jarvis. Zara has built a career from real-world experience, curiosity, and an ability to understand what truly drives people to buy. In this episode, we dive into: The mindset shift you can make today to instantly think more like a marketer How Zara built a marketing career without studying marketing at university The personality...

HAPPY NEW YEAR Marketing Girly! Last year, I interviewed some of the top names across marketing PR and advertising, all of whom spilled their secrets to pay it forward to us- the next generation of marketing girlies.  In this special New Year’s Day episode, I have bundled together the top pieces of career advice and cheat codes that will help you get HIRED, INSPIRED, NOTED AND PROMOTED in 2025! We...

Welcome back to Can I Buy You a Coffee? I’m excited to share that I’ll be hosting one final Marketing Girly meet-up for the year. Details will follow soon, but be sure to join our CIBYAC Facebook group so you don’t miss out! Today’s guest, Zoe Goodhardt , is someone who radiates positive energy. Zoe is a partner and the Head of Growth and Marketing at TAG . With a wealth of expertise spanning digi...

In today’s chat Isabelle shares why she chose to leave her social media role at a  huge Australian Beauty brand and how she knew it was time to go, why she chose to drop out of University from her double degree, how she self educates and up-skills in the marketing space and her experience attending Fashion College in Sydney. Please enjoy this fashion and social media focused chat with Isabelle.  C...

Welcome back to the CIBYAC Podcast we have had a little unplanned break, for all of the BTS and updates head to my ⁠TikTok.⁠ There is no better person to kick off the second half of the series with than the incredibly impressive, warm and inspiring ⁠Mary-Anne Amies. ⁠ Speaker, Mentor, and Award Winning Digital Marketing Agency Owner of Wise Up Marketing Solutions.  Mary-Anne and I covered: From st...

In today's episode we are joined by Social Media & Performance Marketing Expert and Director of JAMPACKED AGENCY, Jarrah Brailey. In this valuable chat, Jarrah shares: How to get your foot in the door of the marketing industry  How to get over the fear of posting  The core skills for working in social media  The complexities and challenges of being a young female in the industry  Standing...

On today's episode the script has been flipped. Instead of sitting in the hosting chair, this week I was the guest on my own show! My incredible mentor Hannah Neumann interviewed me about becoming a Marketing Girly, here is some of what we dove into: How I got into the marketing industry  What I studied and how I juggled Uni alongside my full time job  Why I quit my job in social media Why I s...

Imagine getting a call from someone asking you to Market their start up from the ground up, this is exactly what happened for today’s guest, Emma Pinyon . Working at recruitment start up Collar, driving brand growth from the ground up, Emma has gone from Brand and Marketing Director to Chief marketing officer and Collar has become Australia’s fastest growing recruitment company.   In todays episod...

Who is behind the successful and well known Influencer Management Agency, Vive Management? A hard working, 25 year old marketing powerhouse named Isabella Lynden. I caught up with Isabella in Sydney to ask her about how she forged such a successful career in a relatively small amount of time. Izzy is so kind, genuine and an absolute joy to speak to, in this chat we dive into: How Izzy began influe...

Ever thought about making a big move for work? In this episode I speak to four Marketing powerhouses who have moved for work! Today's Guests: Alexis Fenton Hannah Fillis Jo Rao Chanel Clark   ⁠⁠Join the CIBYAC Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow my Marketing Girly Journey on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CIBYAC ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome back to the show! With over 14 years experience in the advertising and Marketing landscape, the last few of which spent building her Agency Gambit Collective, I knew Hayley would be a perfect guest for the CIBYAC podcast.  On today’s show Hayley shares:  Why you should listen to your gut and not 'stick it out' in a job environment that is bad for you The really big difference betwe...

Welcome back to the podcast, on today's show I am chatting with TikTok Queen, Georgia Davies! Georgia is a TikTok and Content Specialist with a creative flair that she pairs with an analytical approach to create beautiful content that engages, performs and converts. In this episode, she dives into: How to become a TikTok specialist? Why you have to be a yes man before you become a no man in yo...

Welcome back to the show and welcome to the very first solo coffee date episode! Once a month I will popping into your ears solo to chat about two things, a topic, (this month it’s quitting my job) and my takeaways from the guest episodes of that month. This is also the place where I will be answering questions from the community that I feel qualified to answer so please DM your questions to me (a...

Welcome back to the show, today I sat down with Stephanie Brown. Stephanie helps ambitious Marketers and Creatives identify their career purpose and land their next perfect role faster, and what does she know about landing a dream role? You may have heard of Nike or perhaps Apple? Steph secured roles and worked her way up in the Marketing sector of both iconic brands, working at one point as Brand...

Welcome back to the CIBYAC? Podcast! If you’re like me, your introduction to this guest was through her incredibly successful 'caption ideas' TikTok series ... yes I am talking about the TikTok Queen, Grace Grimshaw. In the episode, Grace dives into: How she went from Paramedic to social media influencer and now, business owner The reason she thinks people fell in love with her and her con...

You are listening to part two of my interview with Rosie Chong. In today's episode... Rosie's relationship with her phone and the pressure to capture everything Becoming the niche instead of choosing one How does she creates SO much content Rosie's advice for those who want to start sharing their lives online but are scared about what others will think Rosie shares her tips and perspec...