Annabelle Brett on Confidence, Career Pivots & Why You Should Just Go For It

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 kind of honesty that feels like a deep exhale. Expect raw takes on rejection, imposter syndrome, self-funding creative ventures, and calling BS on outdated industry gatekeeping. 

Whether you’re plotting your next big leap or just need a reminder to back yourself unapologetically, this one’s packed with fire, humour, and heart.

Jump to a Chapter: 

00:00 Intro

00:21 Meet AB - The Ultimate Personality Hire

01:52 Early Career Moves & Backing Yourself

03:10 The Grimy Radio Days

04:40 Imposter Syndrome & Confidence in Media

06:03 Unfairness in the Industry

07:08 Criticism, Comparison & Career Trajectories

08:03 Radio Setbacks & Low Points

09:41 Support Systems & Recovery

11:02 Women Supporting Women in Media

12:07 Career Highlights & Sports Broadcasting

13:00 The Role of a Personality Hire

14:27 Personality vs Hard Skills Debate

15:46 Resentment Towards Personality Hires

17:22 Getting to the Top on Your Own Terms

18:47 Content Creation & Monetisation Challenges

20:10 Influence, Downloads & Authenticity

21:00 Fear, Imposter Syndrome & Self-Investment

23:08 The Reality of Radio Stardom

24:27 Identity Shifts After Motherhood

25:27 Rapid Fire Round

28:00 Workplace Smells & Email Etiquette

29:00 Dramatic Exit or Classy Goodbye?

29:34 Closing Shoutouts

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