THE UNJADED: Recent Episodes
with Alex Miller
"Sit down"..."You don't know what you're talking about"..."you need more experience"...
One of the many things we are told when we enter the workplace. Through countless slaps on the wrist, we eventually stop to sharing ideas, creating change, or doing what we love, we see this all the time.
Like many of us, I thought this was true. But then I saw young professionals who were killing it in their 20’s doing what they love. So if what people are telling me is true.... then who are these people? These are the UNJADED, a podcast abut those who make it happen.
Kerilyn Grant, among many other things, is a life coach, a health and wellness advocate, an assistant director, and helps young athletes overcome road blocks in their life and on the court.
In this episode we talk about:
How to make yourself irreplaceable at a company
The power of recognizing when you need to take a break and how to make ourselves a priority
No is not the end of the conversation and the power of consistence & patience
And what the most selfish thing someone with goals and aspirations can do
Connect with Kerilyn: @kerilyngrant
Sam Kabert (or as I call him, Swag Sam) is a Silicon Valley 40 under 40 recipient, content creator, the co-host of WhatUp Silicon Valley , and the host of Soul Seekr which helps other people find their soul life balance- among MANY other things.
In this episode we talk about:
- How he developed the mindset of being an entrepreneur
- The importance of making connections and having side hustles
- How to overcome imposter syndrome
Sam has been a great mentor to me and I am excited to start off season 2 with him sharing all his knowledge and I hope you enjoy! HERE WE GOOOOO
Instagram: @samkabert / @soulseekr / @whatupsv
I sit down with the person who told me not to become jaded, and the reason behind this podcast, Kyle "The O.G. Unjaded" Miller.
In this episode we talk about how he went from losing money everyday as he was first starting out to now being at the top of his game at a very successful high tech company.
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He tells me where he first learned about branding and marketing
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How the best marketers are also the best wedding DJ’s (metaphorically)
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When and where great ideas actually happen (people think its in the meeting… and he believes its in fact not true)
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How to go into the meeting with the winning hand
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His beliefs about success and creating a team environment
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How he feels about the phrase fake it until you make it
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How to deal with everyday work stress.
Instagram: KyMiller12
Twitter: KyMiller12
In this episode I interview my brother Poppy (I always say I come from a family of pirates so you’re eventually going to be getting all the siblings but this one is about my amazing blindside brother).
In this episode we talk about his childhood growing up living in the his own version of the blind side, we talk about his "first one on and last one off mentality", his journey not signing on nation letter of intent day in high school, to going to another high school for a year to follow his dream of playing in college. to going from a walk on at Villanova, having the entire team hate him, to being named captain of the team, getting on scholarship, and making a number two play on Sports Center Top 10 Plays of the Week.
We talk about how he became a fitness influencer and a personal trainer at one of the best gyms in the country, to now owning his own brand called Get Better or Get Beat.
Follow:
Instagram: @PoppyLivers
Twitter: @PoppyLivers
This episode I sit down with my identical twin sister, Bri I wanted to have Bri on here because her story is not only incredible but also sooo relatable. She went to a small school in LA, changed her major a few times, and not being sure what she wanted to do to having her own company at the age of 25 (..WHAT?!).
In this episode, we talk about the hardship she faced while trying to network and get opportunities for jobs. We talk about the value of being in a small company as opposed to a well known brand, and how to overcome doubting yourself.
Instagram: @bricooperpr / @moxiegalmarketing
Jarrod Barnes is a two-time walk on, an entrepreneur, a life long learner, and an overall badass. We talk about he learned to be a walk on (University of Louisville and The Ohio State), and what he learned through that journey. How to be your own coach while looking at failures as just an extra rep, the difference between playing not to loose and playing to win, that even if you are fighting above your weight class- mustering up the courage to swing is greater than the fear of playing it safe. We talk about how he started his own company right after college, and ways he put himself out there even without knowing if he could actually do it. How he reset his mentality to be a learner while entering into a big organization with the LA Rams. We talk about the importance of peer relationships and how to develop confidence in yourself even when it gets hard.
“Hope you have your shoes tied tight because it’s going to be an uphill climb for you.”
In this episode I sit down with Patrick Hayes. Patrick is a 20 something that is an absolute genius when it comes to pairing brands with athletes, and a guru at marketing in general. In this episode we talk about how he went from going from a waterway at University of Oklahoma to doing marketing for top NFL and NBA athletes. Beyond his career, Patrick is an absolute storm in the an industry proud of tradition. I am so excited to have you all listen to this episode, he is where my biggest motivation and inspiration comes from, I hope you enjoy…
Lauren is an entrepreneur, a leader, and a 20 something taking the extremely competitive fashion industry by storm. In this episode we talk about how to overcome not believing your work is good enough combat comparison how to get a job at your dream company right out of college, how she handled the corporate environment with her confidence & eagerness to make a difference, AND how to overcome the fear of the word no.
Ryan Jones is a writer, speaker, mental health activist, and the KING of dad jokes. His mission to inspire with his story gives others hope and grace in knowing they are not alone with their struggle. Although he has had many set backs, Ryan published his first book "The Age of Wonderful Nonsense" which speaks to other 20' somethings who are going through a difficult time and reminding them that not only is everyone in the same boat, but your struggle is valid and important.