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Three months ago, The Shake Up landed in the world. And what three months it's been.

I didn't know what to expect when I put that book out... 

Honestly, I half convinced myself only my mum would read it. 

But then the messages started coming in - from people I know, people I don't, and one lady in Spain (still can't get over that one). And somewhere in the middle of launch week, an email landed in my inbox from someone offering to come on the podcast and interview me about the book at the three-month mark.

That person was Miish Grixti. And that email is one of the nicest things anyone has ever offered to do for me.

I met Miish about four years ago at a business workshop in Brisbane - and the moment you meet her, you just can't help but love her. 

She's warm, she's real, she's the kind of person who makes you feel like you've known her forever. 

She's also a creative strategist and coach who helps business owners shape and sell their work - especially when they're too close to it to see it clearly. 

She's the founder of WriteLikeYou.app and has spent the past eight years helping coaches, creators, authors and personal brands close the gap between how good their work is and how well it actually lands. Oh - and she lives on a dairy farm in northwest Tasmania surrounded by rolling green hills and 500 cows. 

Today, I handed her the mic. And she asked me everything... eeeekk...

In this episode we talk about:

• What the past three months of having a book in the world has actually felt like - the messages, the surprises, the moments that stopped me in my tracks
• The writing process - how I wrote The Shake Up in three focused weeks and why I couldn't have done it any other way
• The audiobook - what I thought it would be like vs what it actually was (spoiler: sweat. so much sweat.)
• What I'd do differently if I launched it again
• What's next - including a hint at book two (and three) and who it's for

Grab The Shake Up book — available now in paperback and audiobook. Grab your copy HERE. 

Connect with Miish Grixti: Instagram or https://miishgrixti.com/ - go do it now - she's AMAZING!

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This episode wasn’t planned… and that’s exactly why you need to listen.

Last week I was in Canberra MCing a conference for the Risk Management Institute of Australasia - nearly 400 people, massive keynote lineup, big energy.

I was there to MC.

That was the job.

But after Day 1, something interesting happened…

Person after person kept coming up to me asking the same thing:
“How do I become a more confident speaker like you?”

So… I mentioned it to the interim CEO - and within minutes, I was locked in to run a session the very next day.

We ran it straight after Todd Sampson’s keynote (no pressure)… and the room was packed. Seats full, people standing at the back, leaning in.

Which told me one thing...

This is something people really want.

So, I’ve taken that exact session - the one I pulled together overnight - and brought it straight to The Shake Up Podcast.

If you’ve ever:

• Avoided speaking up in a meeting
• Said no to an opportunity because you felt “not ready”
• Or thought “I could never speak like that”

This one’s for you.

No fluff. No theory. Just real, practical ways to help you back yourself and start showing up differently.

Because confidence doesn’t come before you do the thing…
It comes because you did.

Hit play - and let’s shake things up.

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Let’s get one thing straight - this is not a “how to live your life” episode.

This is a behind-the-scenes look at mine.

The choices I make.
The rules I break.
The things I do that make people raise their eyebrows… or just completely not get it.

And honestly? That’s kind of the point.

Because in a world where it’s very easy to copy, compare, and conform - this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to.

👀 A sneak peek:

•  Waking up in the 4’s… every single day (yes, even weekends) 
•  Saying no - a lot - to protect energy 
•  Choosing hard conversations instead of avoiding them 
•  Unfollowing people on social media - unapologetically 
•  No alcohol, no caffeine, no meat 

… and another 5 more to talk about in the episode.

This isn’t about being “different” for the sake of it.

It’s about building a life that actually works for you.

Because the truth is -
The world doesn’t need another version of someone else.

It needs YOU.

Unfiltered.
Unapologetic.
And willing to do things your way.

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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I get it - at the start… everything feels exciting.

A new goal.
A new routine.
A fresh start.

You’re motivated, all in, and telling everyone about it… until one day - the novelty wears off.

Suddenly, the thing that once felt exciting now feels repetitive, effortful… maybe even a little boring. And this is usually the moment people start to question everything:

“Have I lost motivation?”
“Is this not for me?”

But here’s the truth - nothing’s gone wrong.
You’ve just moved past the novelty.

In this episode, Candice breaks down why excitement was never meant to carry you the whole way, and why so many people get stuck chasing the beginning instead of committing to the process.

If you’ve ever started something strong and struggled to keep going once the hype fades… this one is for you.

In this episode, we cover:

•  Why the “loss of motivation” isn’t actually the problem 
•  The trap of being addicted to the beginning 
•  What really separates people who follow through vs those who start over 
•  How to stay consistent when things feel boring, repetitive, or hard

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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How many times have you said, “I’d love to try that…” — and then didn’t?

Yeah… same.

This episode is your nudge (or let’s be honest… your loving push) to stop overthinking it and just get in the room. 

Today, I’m joined by the incredible Vanessa Friscia, founder of V-Hub Dance - and someone who has completely changed the way I think about confidence, fun, and trying new things as an adult.

Because here’s the truth:
Most people love the idea of dancing…
But very few actually do it.

And it’s not because they can’t - it’s because they’re overthinking it.

In this episode, we unpack:

• Why adults find it so hard to try something new (even when they want to) 
• Why pushing past the nerves and just showing up is worth it revery time
• Why dance is one of the most powerful tools for confidence, wellbeing, and self-expression 
• The unexpected life lessons that come from being a beginner again 
• Why “getting it wrong” might be exactly what you need 
• How to bring more fun, movement, and risk-taking into your life 

Because the goal isn’t to be perfect.
It’s not even to be good.

It’s to get in the room. 

About Vanessa Friscia

Vanessa Friscia is the founder of V-Hub Dance, a Brisbane-based dance studio dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where people of all backgrounds and experience levels can grow in confidence through movement. Through workshops, mentorship and community programs, Vanessa is passionate about making dance accessible while fostering connection, creativity and self-expression. Her work focuses on building a positive community space where individuals can develop confidence, celebrate individuality and feel a strong sense of belonging.

📲 Follow Vanessa: @vanessatooma and @vhubdance

If this episode gave you the nudge you needed…
Screenshot it, share it, and tag me @candiceharvey__ - I LOVE seeing what lands.

And if you’ve been thinking about trying something new?

This is your sign.

Go have fun… and shake things up🔥

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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Ever thought…
“My team needs this.”
“My boss would benefit from this.”
“We 100% need a shake up…”

…and then said nothing?

This episode was sparked by a listener who replied to my email asking:
“How do I pitch you to my boss?”

And I thought - I know she’s not the only one.

This episode is here to make it ridiculously easy for you.

Because this isn’t about selling me (ick).
It’s not even about pitching me.

It’s about introducing me.

In this episode, I share 5 simple ways to do exactly that:

•  How to casually forward a podcast episode (no pitch required) 
•  How to use my emails to do the talking for you
•  How to share a LinkedIn post without making it weird 
•  Exactly what to say in your next 1:1 with your boss
•  The “no-risk” ask that makes it easy for them to say yes 

No awkwardness.
No overthinking.
No sales pitch required.

Worst case? They say no.

Best case? You change how your team communicates, works, and shows up… every single day.

All from one conversation.

Enjoy - and make sure you share it with your friends if you found the episode useful. 

I can't wait to shake up YOUR team!

Tag me: @candiceharvey__

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Rejection. It’s a word most of us say we’re “fine with” - until it actually happens. 

• A job application that goes nowhere. 
• A proposal that gets knocked back. 
• A meeting where your idea lands politely… then disappears. 

Suddenly, you’re questioning everything - your capability, your choices, even your latest haircut.

In this episode of The Shake Up Podcast, I unpack why rejection hits deeper than the moment itself, why we avoid it, and how we can build a healthier, more productive relationship with it - especially at work.

In this episode I cover:

• Why rejection isn’t a verdict on your worth — it’s data
 • How fear of rejection keeps you playing small and holding back
 • Three ways to get comfortable leaning into rejection, so it fuels growth, not paralysis

If you want bigger opportunities, better conversations, and more momentum in your career, your relationship with rejection has to improve. 

The people doing the most interesting work aren’t the ones avoiding “no” - they’re the ones showing up, taking the knocks, and keeping going.

🎧 If this episode resonates, please share it!
 📲 Tag me @candiceharvey__ and tell me - what’s one “no” that taught you more than any “yes”?

 Go lean into rejection.
 Go take the risk.
 Go shake things up. 

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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Being unoffendable is one of the most underrated superpowers you can develop - at work, at home, and in life.

When you can hear feedback without taking it personally…
When you can see criticism without spiraling…
When someone says something blunt, weird, or challenging — and you pause instead of react…

You gain clarity.
You gain confidence.
You gain control.

In this episode, I’m unpacking why being unoffendable is key to emotional freedom, career growth, and resilience - and how to actually get there.

This episode covers:

• Why taking offense so easily keeps you stuck in interpretation instead of reality
• How offendability silently stalls your career and limits growth opportunities
• Why building resilience starts with learning not to be triggered
• How unoffendable people regulate their emotions, grow faster, and are harder to manipulate
• Two practical keys to becoming unoffendable: detaching self-worth from others’ opinions and welcoming (not avoiding) offense

This isn’t about letting people walk over you.
It’s about owning your emotional response, separating identity from behaviour, and not letting other people’s words control your life.

🎧 If this episode resonates, share it!
📲 Tag me @candiceharvey__ and tell me — what’s something that used to offend you, but no longer does?

Go build tough skin.
Go welcome perspective.
Go be unoffendable - it’ll look good on you.
And as always, shake things up.

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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When someone asks, “How’s work?”
Do you light up?

Or do you roll your eyes and say, “Urghh… it’s fine I guess”?

This episode is for the people sitting in the grey zone - where work isn’t terrible… but it’s not that exciting either.

It’s not toxic.
It’s not soul-destroying.
It’s just… meh.

And here’s the problem:
“Crap but not super crap” is where ambition slowly fades.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why “tolerable” is more dangerous than terrible - and how the grey zone quietly lowers your standards

• How meh energy at work leaks into your confidence, health, and relationships

• The 3 practical things 9–5ers can do to get out of the grey zone (without quitting or waiting for Steph to leave)

• Why raising your own standard changes everything - even in the same job

• How to stop outsourcing your motivation and take back control of your career

This isn’t about dramatic resignations.
It’s about intentional upgrades.

Because every job is either a paycheck… or a training ground.
And the moment you decide to extract value instead of waiting for it - everything shifts.

🎧 If this episode hit home, share it.
📲 Screenshot, tag me @candiceharvey__, and tell me — are you done with the grey zone?

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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Have you ever secretly rolled your eyes at International Women’s Day?

I used to.

The pink cupcakes.
The once-a-year equality speeches.
The predictable “what about Men’s Day?” comment.

For years, I wanted to fast-forward from March 7 to March 9.

But I see it differently now.

Because International Women’s Day isn’t about pink branding or morning teas.

It’s about progress.
It’s about momentum.
It’s about accelerating action.

So today, we’re having a REAL conversation.

I’m joined by Archana Ramaswamy - global luxury retail leader, former Store Director at Selfridges, and now Head of Boutique Excellence, U.S. at Chanel.

Her career spans brands like Louis Vuitton and Saint Laurent, across four countries and some of the highest-performing retail environments in the world.

In this episode, we unpack:

• What she had to give to gain the career she has today
• The real challenges women face in corporate environments
• How her definition of success has evolved
• Leadership, balance, ambition, and legacy

This isn’t a fluffy International Women’s Day chat.

It’s honest. Practical. And grounded in real experience.

If this conversation shifts your perspective, screenshot it, share it, and tag me @candiceharvey__

Here’s to real progress - and shaking things up properly.

🎧 If this episode made you think, laugh, or question something - send it to someone who needs a little permission to do life differently. 

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