Kelly Talks Brand

Most people don’t stay stuck because they lack options. They stay stuck because they’re waiting for certainty. In this solo episode, I share how I didn’t quit my job with a clear plan, and how letting go of the need to feel ready helped me find direction. When I was burned out and emotionally numb, clarity didn’t come from thinking harder. It came from stepping back, listening to my body, and allo...

In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand , I spoke with Mei Ling , a Chinese immigrant in Canada who is transitioning from UX design to teaching Chinese through real life YouTube vlogs. Mei Ling shares how years in a stable and creative career slowly turned into burnout, anxiety, and a loss of meaning, especially in an industry shaped by constant change, layoffs, and AI. We talked candidly about recog...

In today’s episode, Jackie shares the turning point that changed everything for him. After nearly 10 years of job-hopping in the landscape design world, Jackie was suddenly laid off. In the same week, he received the call no one ever wants to get: his grandma was in the emergency room. He flew home immediately, but the day he landed was the day she passed away. That moment, losing his job and losi...

In this episode, I sit down with Quinton Carlin , a Vancouver-based financial advisor who has rebuilt his life more than once. We talk about what it really means to start over when you’ve lived abroad for a decade, packed up your entire life in four days, and came back to Canada with no closure and no plan. Quinton opens up about reverse culture shock, loneliness, and the hidden cost of “freedom”...

What happens when two creatives stop waiting for certainty and start building anyway? In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand , I sit down with Ryan Yao and Sarah , a Vancouver-based creative couple behind the indie app Cat on Chair . Ryan is a former product designer who quit his stable job to explore building apps full-time. Sarah is an illustrator and graphic designer who brings warmth, storytelli...

In this episode of Kelly Talks Brand, I talk with Kandy, a new counsellor who began her journey to support her daughter and discovered a passion for helping children and families navigate anxiety, trauma and emotional challenges. We explore what counselling training is really like, how self awareness grows through the process and what first time clients can expect. If you have ever been curious ab...

In this heartfelt share, I discuss my journey of self reflection and reconnecting with my inner self. It's about shifting your mindset and prioritizing wellness. Find inspiration and self help as you navigate your own path of personal growth and find your way. For 7 days, I followed a guided program with meditation, qigong, herbal paste, detox tea, and daily check-ins from a registered Chinese med...

What makes someone leave a stable job after just two years in Canada with a young child at home? In this episode of the Kelly Talks Brand Podcast, Thomas shares his powerful story of quitting the corporate grind to find his own vision. We talk about what it means to feel unheard and unseen at work, the pressure to provide as an immigrant father, and how therapy and life coaching helped him rebuild...

At 35, I’ve quit more than once, but each time brought me closer to who I am. If you’re feeling stuck or behind, here’s how I rebuilt confidence and learned to move forward with ease. Platform used to record and edit this episode: Riverside. https://linkly.link/2KUur Use my link and this code BF2025 to 35% off Riverside yearly plans from November 24–30, 2025! Host: Kelly Kang (Chinese Girl Figurin...

If you’ve ever wondered what yoga teacher training is really like, this video is for you. I completed a 12 week 240 hour Yoga Teacher Training at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts. In this review, I share the honest truth about what I learned, how much it cost, what you actually need to prepare, and whether it’s worth it. 👉 Subscribe to support the channel and help me create more heartfelt con...

Kelly and Chantal explore the multifaceted journey of wellness, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's wholeness and the daily choices that contribute to well-being. They discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the significance of rituals in personal growth, and the transformative power of connecting with nature and animals. Takeaways Acknowledge that you are wh...

At some point, we all ask ourselves, is this really what I’m meant to do? Amanda shares her journey from marketing professional to global yoga educator and creator of Mastering the Business of Yoga (MBOm), opening up about how she made a living teaching, why she paused her podcast after 400 episodes, and what “balance” truly means as a mom of two living in Mexico. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, cr...