Millennial Crisis

This week I chat with Nic Kelly, founder of Project U, radio personality, artist manager & host. We discuss his journey pursuing the career of his dreams since before he could remember hitting the big time at 2dayfm in Sydney just before he turned 25 and realising that there was something missing…   In this chat we talk the struggle of a job title in the 21st century and being a “slashie”,  mental...

This week I chat with Rubbi Tedx Speaker, Social Media Educator and founder of Wild & Form Digital.   Rubbi is passionate about teaching individuals and businesses how they control social media and not the other way around.   We discuss the effects social media can have on us, how we can take control and be intentional with how we use socials and the importance of open conversation around social m...

This week I chat with Gabe founder of Hey Mate & The Finishr. Gabe is a huge believer in the power of community and conversation and today’s chat talks through the struggles that many of us face & are scared to talk about. We talk facing what makes us uncomfortable, finding our voice & expectations we face as Millennials. Hey Mate is an incredible initiative for men that aims to break barriers and...

This week I chat with Diletta Legowo a creative, mental health advocate & the ultimate ambitious millennial slashy. Like many of us listening Dilletta has been on a journey of self-discovery trying to figure out how to do life! We talk about, the need to always be on, the pressure to achieve, mental health, mindfulness practices and meditation. She has some amazing advice, and shares a wealth of w...

This week I chat with Mark Acheson one of the founders of Crisis Heroes a free online community platform empowering everyday heroes to lend a hand to those who need it.   I chat with Mark about how 2020 threw his plans out the window like it did many of us, he had just quit his job and was ready to travel the world and experience working abroad when good old Corona hit & he landed back at his pare...

This week I chat with Tayla Ritchie who has been on a self growth journey which has lead her to change careers, buy a van and travel solo, learn about herself and meet amazing new people.    We talk about how expectations, fear and other people's opinions can get in the way of what we want but trusting the process and going for what you want! Tayla decided to switch careers at 25 and since then ha...

This week I chat with Byron Dempsey from Driven Young which aims to educate and inspire the younger generation around entrepreneurship and practical life skills not taught in school. Byron shares his journey on the pursuit for a career with passion and purpose. Sharing how “passion doesn’t pay” at least not for a while, and we chat the Gen Z  perspective on life and how to take advantage of the op...

This week I chat with Emma from The Broke Generation who has grown an amazing community on Instagram & via her blog sharing her experience with money and how she got herself out of a pretty crappy financial situation.    The Broke Generation has been featured on Mamma Mia, ABC Radio Melbourne & Urban List. We talk about how she diversifies her income & how to make money decisions based on your val...

This week I chat with Scott Millward, who had over 1million views on LinkedIn last year, is the Marketing Director for a global recruitment brand and creates killer content that has allowed him to leverage his personal brand in the workplace.  We chat, the importance of being "you" in the workplace, how a personal brand can help accelerate your career, the mental health impact social media can hav...

This week I chat with Lucy Puttergill who spent that past 10 years of her life working in Corporate Banking, to now transitioning into a new life focused on health and wellness.  Lucy is a certified yoga teacher and is learning & practising breath work, and Reiki. In this episode, we touch on the transition between two worlds, how her relationships with people have changed and the power of working...

This week I chat with Lucas Ibrahim a.k.a “Maurine from Centerlink” on his creative journey. Juggling his newfound TikTok success with studying to be an Optometrist. We talk about cancel culture, the importance of always growing, learning & knowing when it’s ok to say you were wrong.    Lucas educates and entertains his audience through his well thought out videos, he touches on a lot of the under...

This week I chat with Tenielle Dunkley from Space Creators Co on what circular living is, how we can lead more sustainable lifestyles and why hustle culture is bad for sustainability.    Tenielle's marries business,  sustainability & self-awareness in a really interesting package that she hopes will allow more people to build more sustainable businesses and spaces that encourage a cradle to cradle...

This week we talk about unprecedented career pivots and job loss. I’m joined by Ryan Cheng, who you may remember from Season 1, this time Ryan is in a totally different place than he was a year ago and it’s really powerful to see the journey he’s been on.   It reminded me about how much can change in 1 year, and that great change and progress is slow-burning.   We talk openly about job loss, makin...

This week we talk all things money and our futures. Should we be buying a house? How do we plan for our financial futures? Are we all f*cked when it comes to financial freedom & stability?   Rebecca Pritchard is trusted & accredited financial advisor who sheds some light on how we can make the best financial decisions for our futures and if/when we should seek advice.   Follow Rebecca on IG @rfpri...

This week we talk Mental Health Wellness in a Digital Age. Blake Natoli comes on to give the perspective of a Millennial male, to help break the stigma that men shouldn’t talk about how they’re feeling. Connect with Blake on IG @blake_natoli   This was a really powerful episode and I hope you get as much out of it as I did. Please reach out to friends or seek professional help if you are feeling o...

This week I was lucky enough to have Luce from Sh*t you should care about on, we chat: > How to give a sh*t about things > How to read the news easier  > You don't have to be an expert on everything  > Don't be afraid to learn & ask questions Read the article we mentioned here Follow SYSCA here & be sure to check out their podcast "The Sh*t Show"   Chat with me about this weeks challenge @demikots...

Welcome back to Season 2.  This week we dive deep into the virus that disrupted all of our lives, knowing it's ok to feel disappointed about what 2020 SHOULD have been but adapting to the new world.  To find out & chat this weeks challenge dm me on IG @demikotsoris

I can't believe this is the last episode for Season 1 of the podcast! It's bittersweet but I'm so proud of not only this podcast but this community & the people I have met along the way so THANKYOU ALL!!  This week I talk you through how you can find the balls to do something you've always wanted.  I'll be gone for a few weeks while I plan season 2 which is going to be bigger & better than this se...

This week I chat with Gen Z girl boss Sarah Rose, on how she started Australia's first Influencer Market "Hunter Markets".  We talk how long it ACTUALLY took for her to watch her dreams begin to become a reality, and how difficult it is to take the road less travelled...  From not going to uni, to having her first market "fail" and continuing to pursue her dreams.  Sarah is a deadset legend and if...

First off apologies on the sound quality of this episode! I promise it won't be like this all the time so please bear with me :)  This week I talk about the reality of the new lifestyle I'm living, the overwhelm I've experienced, along with the pressure, self-doubt & comparison.  I also share with you my top tips on how I became a remote worker (digital nomad), and how you can do the same!  I hope...

This week I chat with teacher, entrepreneur and 2x Tedx Speaker Mike Yates. We all know there are flaws in the education system, this chat is super special as Mike is actually taking steps to fix them and empowering others to do the same.  This weeks challenge is one of my favourites, be sure to let myself & Mike know how you went.   To connect with Mike click here.   Follow Demi here.   Join the...

This we talk all things shiny object syndrome, the disease of distraction that in my opinion is a Millennial trait and right of passage. Given the amount of information and opportunity a lot of us have, this can be difficult to overcome - I know right...poor us, so much opportunity what do we choose.  To chat more about Shiny Object Syndrom your thoughts & how to overcome it join us on Slack or FB...

This week is a little different, I chatted about a Millennial topic that is super important. Although it's not directly linked to career progression it affects a lot of Millennial women both in & out of the workplace.  There are lessons to be learnt in this episode that can help you progress.  Follow Jacquie here.   I would love to hear your stories - share them with me here or anonymously here. 

In episode 1 I spoke a lot about the idea of taking an intentional Gap Year and feeling as though it was all too late...  A few months ago, I came to the decision to quit what some would consider a "dream job" and travel the world. In this episode, I talk about what gave me the courage to get to this point & how you can adopt this method to your own life!  Follow Demi here.   Join the Facebook + S...

This week I chat with Ryan Cheng. Ryan has been featured in HuffPost, worked with the United Nations and became Head of Content at Deakin University at the age of 24... despite all of these achievements Ryan is still unclear on what is in store for his future or what he wants to do.  Turns out, none of us REALLY know what we are doing..all the time.  Connect with Ryan here.   Follow Demi here.   J...