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By: Sarah Kelsey

Freedom starts with knowledge! This podcast will empower you to take control of your self improvement, on your own terms.Join me, Sarah Kelsey, every week as we unpack fresh perspectives and thought-provoking insights. Together, we’ll challenge the norms, spark curiosity and share stories that help you grow, thrive and get the OneUp on your past self.

Breadcrumb 113 - This is your sign to go all in! There is no plan b
Yesterday at 6:00 PM

One year ago, I posted an episode discussing the most important breadcrumbs I took from the book "Diary of a CEO" and now I am sharing those breadcrumbs with you! One thing that has always been important to me is the power of curiosity and how leaning into the strange rather than avoiding it can get you very far in life... [GAME CHANGING TIPS IN EPISODE].

At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and c...


Build Your Courage Muscle: Practical Steps to Take More Risks
Last Monday at 7:06 PM

Ever wonder how some people seem fearless when chasing their dreams? In this follow-up to last week’s deep dive on why fear is actually good for us, I’m sharing exactly how you can remove fear’s grip and start taking more risks, WITHOUT overwhelming yourself. Taking risks is a skill, just like riding a bike, today I’ll walk you through how to practice it.

What we discussed:
Why fear is not your enemy (and how to use it to your advantage)How taking risks is like building a muscle and how to startThe...


Breadcrumb 112 - Listen to this if you don't know what to invest in
04/23/2025

Ever wondered how different investing strategies can actually work for your lifestyle, not against it?

In this episode, I sit down with the powerhouse behind Māori Millionaire, Te Kahu Kura, for a raw, real, and deeply insightful kōrero on how our investment portfolios have evolved over the years. Just two passionate investors sharing the wins, the pivots, and the personal strategies that fuel our journeys to financial freedom.

At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite siz...


Learning To LOVE Fear; Solo Travel, Career Leaps & Taking Risks
04/21/2025

Do it scared! Do it anyway! Today I reflect on the pivotal moments in my life where fear showed up loud and clear… and why that was a good thing. From leaving a corporate accounting career and carving a new path, to solo travelling for the first time, to navigating cultural unknowns, to uprooting my life and moving to London - these moments of fear taught me how to be adaptable, empathetic and relentlessly curious.

What we discuss:
The powerful distinction between fear and dangerThe emotional chaos of major life changes (and what the...


Breadcrumb 111 - The MOST common myth about investing
04/16/2025

Ever wondered how different investing strategies can actually work for your lifestyle, not against it?

In this episode, I sit down with the powerhouse behind Māori Millionaire, Te Kahu Kura, for a raw, real, and deeply insightful kōrero on how our investment portfolios have evolved over the years. Just two passionate investors sharing the wins, the pivots, and the personal strategies that fuel our journeys to financial freedom.

At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite siz...


How To Be A LEGENDARY Leader
04/14/2025

What makes someone a leader people actually want to follow?

In today’s conversation, I sit down with Tash Pieterse - founder, leadership coach and host of the Lead with Less podcast, to unpack the uncomfortable truths about modern leadership. After over a decade inside the HR world, Tash saw the cracks in how we define leadership and decided to build something better. Her mission? To develop Legendary Leaders. This conversation challenged my own assumptions and made me reflect on the kind of leader I want to be, not just at work, but in life.

Wh...


Breadcrumb 110 - Find success by leaning into the bizarre
04/10/2025

One year ago, I posted an episode discussing the most important breadcrumbs I took from the book "Diary of a CEO" and now I am sharing those breadcrumbs with you! One thing that has always been important to me is the power of curiosity and how leaning into the strange rather than avoiding it can get you very far in life... [GAME CHANGING TIPS IN EPISODE].

At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and c...


Learnings After 5 Years of Investing in the Share Market
04/07/2025

Year 5 of "what have I learnt from investing in the share market"! Each year has new lessons that influence my investing style and strategy. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned investor, this episode will help you continue your journey in the share market with confidence.

See all the past years episodes below! 

Things we discuss in this episode:
Investing something is better than nothing.. or is it?How much money is in my investment portfolioMy personal investing strategyHow I have changed my investments over the last year Why I choose to...


Breadcrumb 109 - How to master any skill FAST
04/03/2025

One year ago, I posted an episode discussing the most important breadcrumbs I took from the book "Diary of a CEO" and now I am sharing those breadcrumbs with you! It suits the theme of this lesson as well because sharing what's in your head might actually have more to do with improving and skill stacking than you think... [GAME CHANGING TIPS IN EPISODE]

At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a...


Cracking the Business Code: Strategies That Stand the Test of Time
03/31/2025

What separates a good business from a truly great one? In this episode, I sit down with Bugra Altuntas, the writer and creator behind Founder Marketer, one of my favourite newsletters on business and marketing.

Bugra has spent HOURS studying the patterns behind transformational companies, and he’s also a hotel owner, bringing a unique perspective on both digital and physical businesses.

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What we discuss;

✅ The biggest factors behind successful businesses—past, present, and future
✅ Why founder o...