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"Take On" is a podcast hosted by Jasmine Jex, featuring candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and thought leaders. Each episode dives into the unique stories behind the guests’ successes, challenges, and insights in their industries. From startup founders to industry disruptors, "Take On" offers listeners an inside look at the journeys of individuals who are making their mark in the business and creative worlds.
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18: Building a “Tuff” Marketing Agency with Parker Kump
Parker Kump has built Tuff Media, a performance marketing agency that helps some of Canada’s fastest-growing e-commerce brands scale through creative-led strategy. From cold DM’ing mentors as a…
17: Why Founders Shouldn't Wait for Permission with Andrew Warburton
At just 22, Andrew Warburton has already transformed a childhood passion for lemonade stands into Peak Beverage Company, a craft soda brand using real BC fruit and clean ingredients. Named to BC…
16: First Year in Business: No One’s Ready When They Start
The first year in business rarely looks like the highlight reel. Behind the polished websites and carefully crafted founder stories, most of us are figuring it out in real time and the learning curve…
15: Fundraising, Fractional Investing & Female Leadership with Laura Fortey
Laura Fortey didn’t just break into real estate - she’s building a new model for access. We talk about her journey from journalist to founder, how an early hackathon helped shape the concept behind…
14: Q&A: Startup Scrappiness, Co-Founder Boundaries, and Figuring It Out in Public
In this solo Q&A, I’m answering your questions about building a business before you feel “ready.”I’m sharing the scrappy (and slightly ridiculous) things we did to make Oko look legit in the…
13: The Business of Better Care with Julie Mai
Julie Mai is a registered dietitian and the founder of July Health, a telehealth platform reimagining care for women’s hormonal health. In this episode, she shares what it’s really like to build a…
12: Running on Empty
We don’t love the word “burnout.” It’s buzzy, overused, and often doesn’t reflect the complexity of what it actually feels like when your body starts saying no. In this solo episode, Jasmine shares…
11. Empowering the Next Generation with Taylor Hui
Taylor is the founder of the BeaYOUtiful Foundation, a Canadian charity empowering female and non-binary youth through confidence programs and mental wellness workshops. She also founded Roster…
10: Three Marketing Shifts Defining 2025
In this episode, we discuss three marketing trends shaping 2025: protopia marketing, the resurgence of long-form content, and immersive in-person experiences driving digital engagement.
09: From Market Gap to Global Franchise with Kyla Dufresne
Kyla Dufresne, is the founder and CEO of Foxy Box, a waxing franchise with 18 locations across Canada that’s redefining confidence and empowerment. What started as a bold idea to shake up the waxing…
08: Creating Your Own Luck, 8 Lunar New Year Habits for Success
With Lunar New Year here, I wanted to dive into the traditions of the holiday and how they connect to creating success with intention. Because yes, some people are born into luckier circumstances,…
07: Designing a Physical Space and Nuturing Company Culture with Armineh Damanpak and Thom Robins
In this episode of Take On, I sit down with Armineh Damanpak and Thom Robins, the co-owners of Beau and Thom Salons in Vancouver. Beau, located in Yaletown, is a sanctuary of inclusivity and bespoke…
06: Building a Fulfilling Life & Embracing Presence with Caroline Boquist
In this episode of Take On, I catch up with my long-time friend, Caroline Boquist. Caroline is the co-founder of Walrus Design, a contemporary lifestyle boutique known for its thoughtfully curated…
05: Design & Hormone Health with Matija Gabrilo
This week I sat down with Matija Gabrilo, an interdisciplinary creative consultant, art director, designer, and researcher. Matija's meticulous and eclectic approach has led him to work with an…
04: Solo, 25 Lessons I've Learned in 25 Years
In this solo episode, Jasmine Jex, host of Take On, shares 25 transformative lessons she’s learned over her 25 years of life. From navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship to finding balance…
03: Job Hunting and Hiring with Courtney Lee
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Courtney Lee, co-founder of Workshop Recruiting and a seasoned recruitment expert who has placed hundreds of candidates across various industries throughout…
02: AI and Negotiation with Noah Asanias
In this episode of Take On, I sit down with Noah Asanias, a talented photographer trusted by brands like SSENSE, Netflix, and Aritzia to create imagery that resonates and drives brand loyalty. Noah’s…
01: Balance and Brand Building with Tyron Harkiss-Foster
In this debut episode, I sit down with Tyron Harkiss-Foster, a passionate storyteller and founder of Between Friends. With over 8 years of experience in marketing, social media, PR, and brand…
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Take On has published 18 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Business, Careers.
Take On is currently declining with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 30m.
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