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Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue
Terrible Career Advice is a career podcast hosted by husband and wife, Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue. Both in their 30s and based in Wellington, New Zealand, Janelle and Ricky bring relatable yarns and experiences of navigating the hurdles of their careers while attempting to meet society's impossible standards and also have a life. Starting out as a way to spend more quality time together, their differing perspectives as an introvert and an extrovert results in humorous takes on career growth and challenges making for both an entertaining and thought-provoking listen. Each episode, running a crisp 15-30 minutes, hones in on a single topic or question, offering insightful discussions on common issues faced by people navigating their careers. Expect a blend of personal stories, practical advice, and thought-provoking conversations aimed at helping you view your challenges in a new light and find actionable strategies to tackle them. 
Total 11 episodes
1
Job hopping: Career helper or hinderer?

Job hopping: Career helper or hinderer?

Job hopping: Does it help or hinder your career? If you're changing roles and companies a lot, is it a good thing in the eyes of an employer, or a negative thing, and what does it do for the hopper?Ricky and Janelle share their thoughts on job hopping, and things to think about if you feel like hoppin' around. Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast!Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
19:2917/11/2024
Should you ‘fake it till you make it’?

Should you ‘fake it till you make it’?

Is fake it till you make it a good strategy? We hear this phrase thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean, and can it help or hinder your career? Ricky and Janelle share their thoughts and personal experiences (with plenty of laughs and silliness along the way). Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast!Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
15:4602/11/2024
Bouncing back after being made redundant

Bouncing back after being made redundant

How to bounce back after being made redundant: In this economic climate, it's common for employees to lose their jobs. Is anyone ever actually safe? Ricky and Janelle discuss how to bounce back from redundancy and what they would do if they were made redundant tomorrow, because it’s always a good idea to have a plan! Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
20:1320/10/2024
The worst jobs we've ever had

The worst jobs we've ever had

Had a sh*tty job? Us too! Ricky and Janelle talk about the worst jobs we’ve ever had in this episode of Terrible Career Advice, and there seems to be a very significant trend happening when it comes to crappy jobs… Perhaps you might agree? Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
16:2606/10/2024
Lessons learned from failed businesses

Lessons learned from failed businesses

Lessons learned from failed businesses. Ricky and Janelle have both had at least one 'failed' business each. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, or simply interested in yarns about failure because it makes you feel better about yourself (no judgment here), we talk about what our failed businesses taught us and tips for anyone who wants to avoid failure in business. Plus, stick around until the very end for an awkward finale… because it wouldn’t be Terrible Life Advice without it. Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast!Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
27:0625/08/2024
How to not sweat the "small" stuff

How to not sweat the "small" stuff

Wishing you didn’t sweat the small stuff? Do you get annoyed or stressed out by the little things? Perhaps you overthink things and it ruins your entire day? You're not alone! In this episode of Terrible Life Advice Ricky and Janelle talk about their own experiences with getting worked up over the little things, and share advice on how to not sweat the small stuff so much so you can pick your battles, as well as bonus advice on what sauce to have with your waffles and chicken nuggets... Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
22:4511/08/2024
Should you change jobs for money?

Should you change jobs for money?

Should you change jobs for money? It’s a question most professionals grapple with at some point in their career. Janelle and Ricky discuss some of the key things to consider when thinking about changing jobs, and whether money is a good reason to change or not based on their own experiences.Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
21:3628/07/2024
Lessons learned from bodybuilding

Lessons learned from bodybuilding

Wondering why on earth people do bodybuilding? We were both bodybuilders for several years. We were lucky enough to represent New Zealand in two international competitions, and won a lot of nice trophies. But what did we actually get from it other than nice bodies to look at? Well, a tonne of life changing  learnings about our body and mind, and all of which are transferable to anyone in everyday life. It doesn’t matter if you’re considering bodybuilding or not, these learnings can be applied to you regardless. Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
30:4114/07/2024
To travel or not to travel?

To travel or not to travel?

Should you travel, buy a house, or concentrate on your career? When’s the ideal time to travel? Straight out of uni, before kids, before or after your career - so many options, so many questions! Janelle and Ricky chat about the ideal time for travel and things to consider when making your mind up.Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
16:3730/06/2024
Things we wish we knew before turning 30

Things we wish we knew before turning 30

What do you wish you knew before turning 30? Or perhaps you’re in your 20s not wanting to make the same mistakes as the old folks a few years ahead of you! From applying sunblock to not beating yourself up for not reaching all your childhood goals yet, Janelle and Ricky reveal their regrets and recommendations for this often unwelcomed milestone of adulthood.Connect with usStay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:@[email protected] more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!www.janellekeesue.com
16:2616/06/2024
When you feel behind in life

When you feel behind in life

Do you feel behind in life? You’re not alone! In this episode of the Terrible Life Advice podcast, Janelle and Ricky talk about feeling behind in life; their own experiences, what helps them when they feel like that, and their tips for overcoming feeling behind. For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 
16:5103/06/2024