THE PERSONALITY HIRE

What does it really take to build a career online? In this episode of The Personality Hire , host Jodie Clarke sits down with award-winning beauty creator Ellen Malone (Ask Ellen Beauty) to unpack the real story behind building a thriving online platform. From self-doubt and career pivots to viral videos and showing up authentically on camera. With over two decades in the beauty industry and recen...

The way we work is changing fast and your CV might already be outdated. In this episode of The Personality Hire , Adam Jacobs unpacks why identity, values and personality now matter more than job titles, and how Gen Z is reshaping the future of work. From building The Iconic to co-founding Hatch , Adam shares what really makes a great hire, why traditional resumes fail early-career talent (and emp...

Social media has convinced an entire generation that entrepreneurship is effortless, 9-5 jobs are “uncool,” and success should happen overnight. But we’re calling BS.  Part-2 of Jodie’s eye-opening chat with career consultant Tammie Ballis breaks down the truth behind entitlement, resilience, rejection, temp work, and landing a career that actually lasts. If you’ve ever felt behind, confused, or p...

The job market is tougher than ever; applications are skyrocketing, AI is reshaping entire industries, and jobseekers are feeling the pressure. In this 2-part episode, career consultant Tammie Ballis breaks down what’s really happening, why so many candidates are being ignored, and the skills you must develop to stay employable. Whether you’re feeling overlooked, stuck, or just trying to make sens...

Ever wondered what it really takes to launch a podcast while working full time? On this week’s episode of The Personality Hire, host Jodie Clarke sits down with The Daily Aus journalist Elliot Lawry for a raw, rapid-fire conversation on ambition, burnout, and the messy middle of chasing creative dreams. From building her platform from scratch to learning how to push through imposter syndrome, Jodi...

What if the secret to real success wasn’t saying “yes” more - but saying no ? In this episode of The Personality Hire, Jodie Clarke sits down with Australia’s Boss Lady, Amanda Rose , for a raw, empowering chat about confidence, rejection, and how to deal with difficult people at work. Amanda shares her straight-shooting wisdom on everything from managing “middle-man” egos, to why your 40s might j...

What happens when you back yourself, post a bold video, and end up landing a dream TV job? This week’s episode dives into the rollercoaster career of Daniel Doody , Channel Ten presenter and personality hire extraordinaire. From singing on cruise ships and finding love at sea, to daring stunts on Studio 10 and making charisma his superpower, Daniel shares how taking risks and staying authentic sha...

What’s really going on behind closed doors in HR? In this fun and fiery chat, Jodie sits down with Miranda McLennan , a non-traditional HR professional who has seen it all. From personality hires to pay transparency, Miranda spills the insider tea on how HR actually works, why “high-performance” cultures are often code for burnout, and how you can spot red flags in your job hunt before it’s too la...

Media is changing faster than ever, and Poppy Reid knows it better than most. From launching Rolling Stone magazine during a pandemic to co-founding Curious Media ; Poppy shares how instinct, integrity, and resilience shaped her extraordinary career. In this episode of The Personality Hire , host Jodie Clarke dives into Poppy’s journey: the power of personality-driven content, navigating imposter...

In a firecracker conversation with Jodie, seasoned broadcaster and emcee Annabelle ‘AB’ Brett takes us through her whirlwind decade in media. Sharing what’s gone wrong, what’s gone right, and why she wouldn’t change a single step. From surviving on pub trivia dinners and moving city to city, to landing major radio gigs and navigating the highs and heartbreaks of the industry; AB speaks with the ki...

Ever felt like you swindled your way into a job just by being a bit of a vibe? Same. In this debut episode, Jodie Clarke takes us through her wild journey from checkout chick to Channel Seven reporter. With pit stops in wine sales, paparazzi pics, and podcasting chaos along the way. She unpacks what it means to be a “Personality Hire” (spoiler: it’s not a bad thing), why your soft skills are your...

A career-driven series to help settle the question mark hiding in all of us.   From non-traditional paths to identity pivots, The Personality Hire is what happens when you stop trying to fit the mold, and start trusting your gut.   Hosted by Jodie Clarke, a journalist with a knack for flying sideways into rooms that weren’t built for her, this show is your permission slip to shoot your shot.