Don't F*ck This Up
Lauren Alvarez
Welcome to Don't F*ck This Up, the podcast answering the ultimate question: ‘how the fuck did you land that cool job?’.
Two decades of executive coaching and team building at the world's coolest brands have paved the way for Lauren Alvarez to host weekly conversations with creators, leaders and entrepreneurs and dig into what it takes to champion the road less traveled.
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Don't F*ck This Up
08/23/23 • 1 min
Welcome to Don’t Fuck This Up, the podcast answering the ultimate question: ‘how the fuck did you land that cool job?’
Two decades of executive coaching and team building at the world's coolest brands have paved the way for Lauren Alvarez to host weekly conversations with creators, leaders and entrepreneurs and dig into what it takes to champion the road less traveled.
Be sure to click subscribe on whatever platform you listen to podcasts, and share your favorite episodes with a friend, colleague or mentee.
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09/20/23 • 64 min
It’s Wednesday-o-clock and we’re punching in with Episode 4 of Don’t F*ck This Up. What do you get when you pair up two aging hardcore kids with deep Massachusetts roots? Find out as Lauren sits down with Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Hard Times, Bill Conway.
They lay out the importance of not reading the comments, when the perception of success outweighs the reality, and how if you don’t have rich parents, you’re just going to have to work harder. Lauren also quizzes Bill on the age-old Masshole debate: North Shore vs. South Shore and Bill talks about interviewing his heroes.
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Let Your Little Dream Out w/ Kirsty Godso
Don't F*ck This Up
10/25/23 • 71 min
In Episode 9 of Don’t F*ck This Up, Lauren links up with Nike Global Trainer and the Founder of Made Of Protein, Kirsty Godso. Kirsty and Lauren talk toxic enlightenment, the downside of Erewhon smoothies, LA vs. NYC, and why it’s always a good idea to bet on yourself. Kirsty also shares why it's okay to work in private, how not having boundaries literally broke her body and the reason she considers herself a professional cheerleader.
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From Purse Wine to Table Wine w/ Tamara Shevon
Don't F*ck This Up
04/24/24 • 56 min
On today’s episode of Don’t F*ck This Up, Lauren welcomes stand-up comic and writer, Tamara Shevon. Tamara opens up about her spontaneous post-graduation move to Beijing - and how living in China led to her trying her hand at stand up comedy. We talk about the importance of putting in the work, having respect for the craft, and why you can’t cut corners in comedy, as well as distinguishing between overly critical comments and constructive feedback. Ever considered giving stand up a try? Tamara will tell you exactly like it is in this episode - and have you laughing out loud the entire way through.
“You can’t write it out verbatim. You can’t have a perfect script.” - Tamara Shevon
Follow Tamara on IG: @teemairBuy Tamara’s albums on Bandcamp: https://tamarashevon.bandcamp.com/Listen to Tamara co-host her pod: Pretty Bitchy
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You’re Still Doing This? You’re Amazing w/ Brooksie Edmondson
Don't F*ck This Up
04/17/24 • 60 min
This week on Don’t F*ck This Up, Lauren hosts a conversation with the Founder and Star Baker of Totally Sweet Baking, Brooksie Edmondson. Brooksie shares what it took to go from retail store manager with a vegan baking side hustle to full-time vegan baking company owner with a burgeoning list of wholesale clients. We discuss taking risks and having the right support systems in place, why growing your company is not always linear, and what it actually takes to make your passion into your full-time gig. Brooksie breaks down the true cost of your favorite treats, why she refuses to write on cakes, and finally spills the sprinkles on her favorite flavor of her famous pop tarts. Considering quitting your job? We’ve got a checklist for that, too. Listen in for the realities of small business ownership, stay for the excellent friendship vibes.
“I’m friends with all of my competitors.” - Brooksie Edmondson
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Email the show at [email protected] for your questions to be answered on an upcoming episode!
That’s What I Get For Being an Overachiever w/ Jacquelyn De Jesu Center
Don't F*ck This Up
04/03/24 • 67 min
This week on Don’t F*ck This Up, Lauren hosts the CEO, Founder, and Inventor of Shhhowercap, Jacquelyn De Jesu Center. The multi-million dollar patent portfolio holder takes us through creating her wildly successful product and what it takes to build a brand that pulses and lives.
We talk about some important things: being intuitive, rising above the imitators, and the tension between being a ball-buster and being vulnerable. Plus, Jacquelyn divulges the types of people she surrounds herself with to be effective in the C-suite.
“People call it authenticity, but that’s such a played-out word.” - Jacquelyn De Jesu Center
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Everything I’m Afraid of Already Happened To Me w/ Jazerai Allen-Lord
Don't F*ck This Up
03/20/24 • 65 min
In this week’s episode, Lauren hosts Jazerai Allen-Lord, sneaker icon and Founder of True to Size. Jazerai opens up about turning her passion for community, culture, and sneakers into a career and we discuss finding community in the early internet days. Jaz shares how she gained confidence through other’s beliefs in her abilities, and the pivotal coaching she received when starting her own agency.
We also get personal, and the ‘Comeback Kid’ talks about the value of keeping some things private, why sentimental gifts matter so much to her, and the joy in giving her kids a front row seat to what it looks like to chase a dream.
“I firmly believe that if I’m in the position, I’m going to go balls-to-the-wall and just see what happens.” - Jazerai Allen-Lord
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Work with True To Size: www.truetosize.com
Email the show at [email protected] for your questions to be answered on an upcoming episode!
Taking Risks and Following Your Inner Voice w/ Karen Karch
Don't F*ck This Up
03/13/24 • 62 min
This week, Lauren sits down with Karen Karch, the Founder, Creative Director, Designer, and Owner of Karen Karch Jewelry. Karen is all about defying convention: from being the subject of her own internship at Parsons and pioneering the “Dangerous Jewelry” movement, to her innovative approach to fine jewelry design and the evolution of her iconic bridal line.
We discuss the importance of learning the hard way, the challenge of setting trends, and the need to create one’s own creative bubble. Karen shares insights on knowing when it’s time for a change: whether it’s a neighborhood, a killer rebrand or shifting from brick-and-mortar to online retail.
“I had a strong sense of conviction that I was just doing it, and nothing was going to stop me.” - Karen Karch
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Email the show at [email protected] for your questions to be answered on an upcoming episode!
It’s Not Always How You Envision It w/ Yari Blanco
Don't F*ck This Up
03/06/24 • 70 min
This week, Lauren sits down with marketing executive, confidence coach, tarot practitioner, and the founder of The Girl Mob, Yari Blanco.
Yari reflects on lessons learned during her year-long sabbatical, from navigating friend breakups and confronting her people-pleasing tendencies, to relinquishing the idea of control and changing her relationship with money.
We discuss being the hero - or the victim - in your own story, how to avoid self-sabotage, and the importance of risk-taking and having a toolkit. Yari lays out a legitimate guidebook to approaching a career pivot, and shares details on her recently launched confidence coaching practice.
“Being a beginner is really f*cking hard, and it’s going to trigger the sh*t out of you.” - Yari Blanco
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Follow Yari Blanco on IG: @TheYariBlancoLearn about Yari’s offerings hereCheck out Yari’s writing hereEmail the show at [email protected] for your questions to be answered on an upcoming episode!
Slapped By The Universe: The Real Reason I Became an Acupuncturist w/ Dr. Natazia Stolberg
Don't F*ck This Up
08/30/23 • 88 min
On the very first episode of Don’t Fuck This Up with Lauren Alvarez, we welcome Dr. Natazia Stolberg. Lauren talks with Dr. Stolberg about the exact moment the universe stopped playing it subtle and changed the course of her career, why there should be a Chinese Medicine MBA, and how staying authentic meant stepping out of corporate safety, and ditching the white coat for crop tops. Rate and review the episode and check out the exclusive promo code for Dr. Stolberg’s Rest + Digest tea below.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Don't F*ck This Up have?
Don't F*ck This Up currently has 35 episodes available.
What topics does Don't F*ck This Up cover?
The podcast is about Culture, Branding, Career, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Women, Creative, Podcasts, Business, Industry, Coaching and Careers.
What is the most popular episode on Don't F*ck This Up?
The episode title 'You’re Still Doing This? You’re Amazing w/ Brooksie Edmondson' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Don't F*ck This Up?
The average episode length on Don't F*ck This Up is 63 minutes.
How often are episodes of Don't F*ck This Up released?
Episodes of Don't F*ck This Up are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Don't F*ck This Up?
The first episode of Don't F*ck This Up was released on Aug 23, 2023.
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