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Joy First®

Discover why and how to put joy first in a world that rewards hustle over happiness.

 

This bi-weekly show is for workaholics, founders, perfectionists and parents…the hardworking humans who struggle to find, choose or share joy because they are just so damn busy surviving.


Expect inspiration, education and practical how-to’s for living and working in a way that allows you to easily and consistently prioritize joy over fear.



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Update frequency
every 11 days
Average duration
48 minutes
Episodes
22
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Welcome to the Joyconomy

Welcome to the Joyconomy

During the Great Depression, Cosmetic Sales Rose 28%


While banks failed and bread lines formed in 1929, the beauty industry became the fourth largest industry in North America.

In 2008, as the economy …

00:50:43  |   Wed 10 Sep 2025
Celebrating 20 Years in Business!

Celebrating 20 Years in Business!


This is a special, intimate, informal storytelling episode. After a full season of sharing other peoples' stories of finding Joy First ways of working, I thought I would share mine - especially sinc…

00:55:16  |   Thu 03 Jul 2025
Jennifer Waters - from 'Forcing it' into 'Flow'

Jennifer Waters - from 'Forcing it' into 'Flow'

"You'll Be an Urn Someday" - The Most Beautiful Business Story You've Never Heard


I can't wait for you to meet today's guest. Jennifer Waters and I first connected nine years ago when she joined one o…

01:29:17  |   Wed 18 Jun 2025
Carrie Green: Finding Joy Again After Burnout

Carrie Green: Finding Joy Again After Burnout

"I Don't Think I Can Do This Anymore"


In this beautifully revealing, intimate conversation, Carrie Green opens up about the darkest period of her business journey. In this episode Carrie shares with u…

01:00:43  |   Wed 04 Jun 2025
Ruth Ridgeway: Doing it Your Way

Ruth Ridgeway: Doing it Your Way

Building a Joy First Career as a Non-conforming Creative


Today I'm sitting down with Ruth, the brilliantly creative mind who, when asked what her current job title is, replies with a laugh, "Today we'…

01:02:15  |   Tue 20 May 2025
Rha Goddess: Intentional Ambition

Rha Goddess: Intentional Ambition

"If It Ain't Joyful, I Ain't Doing It"


Today I'm sharing what might be the most important conversation of this entire Joy First season. I had the incredible honor of sitting down with Rha Goddess – or…

01:01:37  |   Wed 07 May 2025
Nicole Begley: From Zookeeper to Entrepreneur

Nicole Begley: From Zookeeper to Entrepreneur

When You Follow Your Joy, It Won't Steer You Wrong


Today I'm chatting with one of my business besties, Nicole, who embodies everything this season of Joy First is about. After spending 13 years as a z…

01:04:35  |   Wed 23 Apr 2025
Top 'Marketing Bro' Strategies for Joy First® Working

Top 'Marketing Bro' Strategies for Joy First® Working

Today I'm breaking my own rules


We're spotlighting 5 dudes who've significantly influenced my Joy First® way of working.


I'm 100% committed to amplifying women's voices, but today I'm giving a shout-ou…

00:49:23  |   Wed 09 Apr 2025
Jazze Jervis: Working Joy First® with Human Design

Jazze Jervis: Working Joy First® with Human Design

What if your frustration isn't a sign of weakness but wisdom?


What if your body knows something your mind hasn't yet recognized?


In this episode of Joy First, we are diving deep with Human Design busin…

01:12:52  |   Wed 26 Mar 2025
Paige Brunton: Focus

Paige Brunton: Focus

Is the key to business success hustling harder or focusing deeper?


In this episode of Joy First, I sit down with Paige who challenges the frantic, scattered approach that leaves so many entrepreneurs …

00:56:43  |   Wed 12 Mar 2025
Bonus: Free Goodies, New stuff & Season Highlights

Bonus: Free Goodies, New stuff & Season Highlights

Well Season 1 has come to an end - thanks for joining us! Season 2, 'Joy First ways of Working' will be back March 12th 🧡


Learn more about Founders Circle:

https://go.joyfirstworld.com/JFFC


Previous Epi…

00:10:23  |   Wed 19 Feb 2025
The Colour Black

The Colour Black

Have you ever stopped to think about how the colours you wear, see, and surround yourself with shape the way you feel—and how others see you? Now... how about how they relate to the colour of your sk…

01:04:55  |   Wed 29 Jan 2025
The Joy of Colourful Food

The Joy of Colourful Food

What can it look like to put joy back in our relationship with Food? In my Joy First journey I've definitely embraced comfort food and that food is a REALLY important part of my joy... so I think thi…

00:56:44  |   Wed 15 Jan 2025
10 Joy Recipes for the New Year

10 Joy Recipes for the New Year

How about we skip the New Year's Resolutions this year and instead get real about the practical how-to's of finding and prioritizing joy amidst the challenges of entrepreneurship and family life? Tod…

01:13:07  |   Wed 01 Jan 2025
Finding Winter Joy with Colour & Ayurveda

Finding Winter Joy with Colour & Ayurveda

Dr. Janna shares how to navigate darker, colder months that often have a negative impact on our mental and physical well-being. Together we explore the symptoms and causes of Seasonal Affective Disor…

00:51:21  |   Wed 18 Dec 2024
BONUS: The Cult of Neutral

BONUS: The Cult of Neutral

In response to recent announcement, in which it named 'Mocha Mousse' the 2025 Colour of the Year, we've pulled this special episode from our previous show: 'joy, colour, impact and dogs'...


In a nuts…

00:20:55  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
The 4 Personality Types of Christmas

The 4 Personality Types of Christmas

In this episode, I’m exploring the magic of the holiday season and how traditions, colour psychology, and personal expression can help create more meaningful celebrations.


As Christmas approaches, I r…

00:29:46  |   Wed 04 Dec 2024
Joy vs. Evil

Joy vs. Evil

Today I want to offer some context for joy in the 'fight against evil'. Yeah, it might sound a bit dramatic, but sadly it resonates right now given current events.


Where is joy's role in the face of a…

00:28:02  |   Wed 20 Nov 2024
Colour Joy your Closet

Colour Joy your Closet

Episode 3: Colour Joy Your Closet – Unlocking the Power of Intentional Dressing


What if the colours you wear could bring you joy, energy, and confidence every day? In this episode, Nic invites you to …

00:25:47  |   Wed 06 Nov 2024
Finding Fit: Your Version of Joy

Finding Fit: Your Version of Joy

Overcoming the harmful 'One Size Fits All' Mythology


In this episode, Nic explores the importance of finding 'fit' in marketing, and in life. She discusses the lack of nuance in discussions around how…

01:01:22  |   Tue 05 Nov 2024
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