Keeping It Real with Jac and Ral

Should You Quit Your Job? 07.06.2026 25хв

Feeling tension, friction, or total exhaustion at work, but can’t quite put your finger on why? It might not be the workload… it might be a misalignment of values. In this episode of Keeping it Real, Jac and Ral tackle the real culprit behind career unhappiness, when your personal values clash with your job, your leadership, or even your clients. Sharing raw, firsthand experiences, they break down why staying in a role just for the money isn’t sustainable and how knowing your core values is the ultimate career cheat code. Ral shares why she walked away from a highly lucrative opportunity with the tobacco industry and Jac breaks down a coaching session with a high-earning executive eyeing a role in the gambling industry, using a simple social scenario to expose severe values misalignment. Stop grinding in silence and start aligning your work with who you actually are.Values and actions assessment:https://www.viacharacter.org/----Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

So You Haven't Been Promoted 31.05.2026 23хв

Oh, the joy. Your work bestie - the same one you shared eye-rolls with in the Monday morning status update, just got promoted. And yes, they are now your boss. Deep breaths… Jac and Ral are here to save your career (and your sanity). In this episode, we tackle the awkward, ego-bruising reality of what happens when a peer becomes your manager. What we unpack:For you: How to congratulate your colleague without visibly choking, setting boundaries so you aren't expecting "inside gossip" at lunch, and avoiding the urge to undermine their new authority.For them: How to step into leadership without turning into an overnight dictator or playing favourites with the old lunchtime crew. Whether you're the one stepping up or the one stepping back to let them lead, it’s time to put the 'intelligence' back in emotional intelligence.----Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

What Humans Can Do Better Than AI 24.05.2026 23хв

In a world rapidly dominated by technology and AI prompts, how do you actually stand out? It’s getting better at being human. In this episode we dive into the newly developed Future Fluency Index to explore the single biggest blind spot in corporate AI adoption: how we activate human potential in an alien world. We unpack why "decision integrity" and "moral courage" are the ultimate modern leadership KPIs, how peak physical performance impacts your clarity, and why emotional intelligence remains your greatest competitive advantage over any algorithm. Whether you are leading a team or navigating your own career, it’s time to stop worrying about artificial intelligence and start dialling up your human intelligence. Surely you haven’t forgotten how to do that??----Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Meet the Man Trying to Disrupt the Olympics Forever 19.05.2026 26хв

The Enhanced Games begin this week, so to mark the moment we’re revisiting Ral’s fascinating conversation with Aron D'Souza — the man taking on the Olympic establishment.In this bonus rerelease, Aron explains why he believes the current system is broken, why banning performance enhancement is hypocritical, and why the Enhanced Games could completely redefine elite sport, human performance, and even longevity itself.Love it or hate it, this conversation will challenge what you think you know about fairness, sport, and the future of the human body.Is this the future… or pure madness?----Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Why Calm is the Future of Leadership 17.05.2026 21хв

Running around like a headless chicken doesn’t make you a better leader, it just makes everyone else dizzy. In this episode, Jac and Ral get brutally honest about the ultimate leadership superpower: absolute calm in the absolute chaos. They dive deep into why your team doesn’t need a stressed-out "saviour"- they need a steady anchor. We’re breaking down how to stop absorbing everyone else's panic, how to reframe your boundaries so you actually have a life and why letting go of the 16-hour grind is the best commercial decision you'll ever make. We also introduce the magic of the three-second pause (the ultimate tool for looking like the smartest person in the room) and map out how to shift from a "doer" who executes to a "visionary" who strategises. If you're ready to stop trading your sanity for success and start measuring your worth by your impact, not your exhaustion, this one is for you.----Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Your Work Won't Speak for Itself 10.05.2026 22хв

Hoping your hard work will be noticed, appreciated and rewarded? Unlikely to happen. In this episode Jac & Ral break down one of the biggest myths in your career - the belief that great work speaks for itself.If you want to step into your next promotion, lead with authority, or simply get the recognition you deserve, you have to become your own best advocate.We share practical ways to intentionally highlight your successes and contributions to managers and leadership with authenticity. How to actively share project outcomes, speak up in critical meetings, and network with intent.So stop waiting for someone else to notice. It’s time to find your voice, take control of your narrative, and make sure your impact is felt.----Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

The Killer Cover Letter 03.05.2026 26хв

In this latest episode Jac & Ral teach you how to humanise your application to stand out from the sea of AI-generated, generic slop. The cover letter shouldn’t be a summary of your CV; it's the bridge that gets you an interview to see if the role is a "fit for both of us".They also introduce you to a cool framework they developed called PROVE – and the key things NOT to do when you create your cover letter, for example don’t make your letter about you… what?? Listen in to find out what they mean by this!Fun Fact from the Episode: Jac once got a job by couriering an actual suit to an agency with her CV in the pocket because they advertised for a "suit" (account manager). Bold moves get interviews! New Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

The Killer CV 26.04.2026 25хв

Is your CV putting recruiters to sleep? Has AI made your resume so polished and generic it’s practically invisible?In a follow-up to "The CV is Dead" episode, Jac and Ral deliver the 8-step formula to craft a future-focused, value-demonstrating document that increases your chance to land the interview.They go deep on how to build a killer resume by:• Ditching the boring, chronological job list for a compelling positioning statement.• Using the essential S-A-O-V structure (Situation, Action, Outcome, Value) for your high-impact statements.• Keeping it short - two pages! And learn why your human voice is now your greatest competitive edge.(Psst: Want the template for our Portfolio of Impact? Check out our Patreon)

Why Catastrophising Will Cost You Your Career 19.04.2026 22хв

“This is a disaster.” “It’s a train wreck.” “It’s all falling apart.”…or is it? This week we call out one of the biggest credibility killers at work: catastrophising, because somewhere along the way, being dramatic became a badge of honour. We unpack why smart leaders default to using dramatic language and what it’s actually costing you… your brand, your team, and your ability to lead when it matters. We discuss how to swap drama for data, teach you about a “language audit” and how to sound like a leader people trust, not one they need to calm down! Because the best leaders don’t amplify chaos. They regulate it.Support us: patreon.com/KeepingitRealwithJacandRalNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Intention vs Behaviour - Why People Misjudge You at Work 12.04.2026 17хв

Time to hold up a mirror Keepers! Because we judge ourselves by our intentions and we judge others by their behaviour… we are good at making assumptions of others. This plays out at work regularly.In this episode we call it out, we talk about how and why it happens but importantly, we share how to navigate conflict with Ral sharing an awesome tip. She’s the mistress of not being judgey judgey and remaining cool under pressure vs judging others for their behaviour!New Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Gen Z Hates Corporate Speak – How to Communicate Clearly 05.04.2026 25хв

Slaying and serving Unc! We have learned some new words thanks to some Gen Z’s we’ve been quizzing. But the actual truth of the matter is, we have learned something we already knew… New generations hate corporate jargon. Let’s just call it… ALL generations hate corporate jargon – it is exclusionary and often confuses, not clarifies. In this latest episode Jac & Ral share what they have learned, why it makes sense to speak simply and clearly (and why people don’t!) and how you can lift your communications in the workplace to a better level.New Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

The AI Mistake that will Hurt Your Career 29.03.2026 23хв

We are all drinking the kool “ai”d but like all new tech, there is a risk with artificial intelligence when it comes to your career… In this episode Jac & Ral talk about what they are seeing with their clients and what they are experiencing personally with AI – yes we are all now capable of producing more and we are doing it faster but in the flurry of efficiency we are all thinking less. And this is a problem. Find out why outsourcing your early, messy thinking entirely is a big mistake and why properly reading things will become the new vogue.New Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Six Career Insights for 2026 22.03.2026 27хв

2026 will reward the brave, the adaptable and the strategically future-fluent. So, are you ready?? Jac has 6 predictions for our careers this year based on what she is seeing, coaching, researching and hearing from successful contemporary leaders. Ral reckons she’s on the money with these predictions and shares her experience and observations. Whether you believe them or not, Jac & Ral are convinced on one thing… the future is bright for those who unlearn and adapt to what is a rapidly changing workplace!

Give to Gain – How to Start Charging More 15.03.2026 22хв

Inspired by this year’s International Women’s Day campaign, Jac & Ral discuss a different slant on Give to Gain… Because women already give so much! Start by thinking about your gain. Define it, understand what it is you will or will not gain from giving. Then think about your value. How much are you worth? We can tell you it’s more than you think Ral talks about pricing your value and shares a great story and Jac has a tip when it comes to pricing which you should start doing today. Enjoy Keepers!Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

What you need to know about storytelling in business 08.03.2026 27хв

She saw the future and she has made a damn fine career out of it! She also happens to be one of the leading experts on storytelling for business. That would be Ms Gabrielle Dolan! In this episode Jac interviews Ral to really get the low down on how to tell an effective story – what to do, what not to do and how AI can be your storytelling partner if you use it correctly. Jac & Ral share some great stories and specific examples of what you should can do to also become a storytelling legend.Find out more about our Finders Keepers Immersion:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w1VOfNoYWmNY-6iGjFmKt7zf-NqszrT6/viewNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Celebrating Success 01.03.2026 25хв

If you don’t stop and smell the roses… you’re missing an opportunity for power! Because what gets celebrated gets repeated. It builds momentum and reinforces behaviours. Are you recognising milestones and stopping to celebrate them? Jac & Ral share some great stories and a few specific examples of what you could be celebrating and why it will make a difference to your own career as well as those around you. …and Keeping it Real is celebrating 100 episodes, woo hoo!! Thank you for your support Find out more about our Finders Keepers Immersion:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w1VOfNoYWmNY-6iGjFmKt7zf-NqszrT6/viewHelp keep the show running:https://www.patreon.com/c/KeepingitRealwithJacandRalNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

The Future Is In Your Hands 22.02.2026 31хв

They say if you want to predict the future, then create it. And that’s exactly what Jac & Ral discuss in this episode. Both talk about how they created the futures they wanted – personally and professionally, sharing the barriers and the opportunities and what was the key to making it happen. An episode packed full of advice, inspiration and empowerment. There is nothing stopping you… your future is in your hands.Find out more about our Finders Keepers Immersion:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w1VOfNoYWmNY-6iGjFmKt7zf-NqszrT6/viewNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jachttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Never met a boundary we didn’t like… 15.02.2026 25хв

Except “only just 1 drink!” but other than that, boundaries are the GOAT. In this episode Jac and Ral discuss boundaries, what they are, why they are critical to being successful and how to set them with purpose in mind. Jac asks Ral about her non-negotiables and Ral shares a fantastic process you can undertake immediately which will motivate you to move forward in setting your own boundaries.Find out more about our Finders Keepers Immersion:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w1VOfNoYWmNY-6iGjFmKt7zf-NqszrT6/viewNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Everyone F**ks Up! 08.02.2026 25хв

Every leader, every board member, CEO, founder, executive has f**ked up. Badly. Repeatedly. Publicly. Quietly. Expensively. In this episode Jac & Ral share their own right royal f**k ups and what happened next… Ral also tells us about some very well known, senior leaders and their mistakes – most worked out well and ALL learned so much about themselves and their organisations. And Jac shares her four R’s and the Keeping it Real theory called AIR when it comes to what to do the minute you f**k up.Find out more about our Finders Keepers Immersion:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w1VOfNoYWmNY-6iGjFmKt7zf-NqszrT6/viewNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

Firing Up Your Career in 2026 01.02.2026 40хв

….And we’re back baby! With a doozy first episode because careers in 2026 don’t look like they used to.. and if yours feels flat, uncertain, or underpowered, it’s not because you’re failing. It’s because the rules have changed.In this first episode of the new year we share why 2026 is not about climbing harder, it’s about thinking differently.Jac shares the 5 key things you need to rethink, do and stop doing - if you want a career that actually works for you. No career ladders. No platitudes. Just real conversation, practical insights and some sharp questions from Ral to help you fire up your career for what’s next.Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon.https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreonNew Episode Every Monday Follow the showhttps://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPgFollow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/Follow Ralhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown