What happens when you stop asking for permission and start saying yes—even before you're ready?

In this bold and brilliant episode of Leading You, Julie sits down with Claire, better known as DJ FADJ—a former mortgage broker turned international DJ, entrepreneur, and founder of an inclusive DJ school for women and kids.

From playing private gigs for Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, and the AFL Brownlow, to empowering thousands of women to find confidence behind the decks, Claire shares her powerful story of reinvention, resilience, and redefining what’s possible.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a role that no longer fits—or you're craving a pivot that feels wild and aligned—this episode is for you.

In this episode, we cover:
How motherhood sparked a radical career rethink
The magic of saying yes before you're ready
Breaking into male-dominated industries with courage and style
Why DJing “like a girl” is a power move—not a weakness
Building community and confidence through music
Creating a legacy that’s true to you

Whether you're navigating change or craving clarity, Claire’s story is proof that you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to back yourself—and take one bold step.

 

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and intro
01:00 – From finance broker to DJ FADJ
04:00 – How motherhood prompted a powerful career shift
06:00 – The first gig: saying yes before she was ready
08:00 – The snowball effect: from local to global
10:00 – Founding a DJ school during COVID
13:00 – What it’s like to stand out in a male-dominated industry
16:00 – The power of self-doubt and playing your way
19:00 – Gigs of a lifetime: Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Formula 1
22:00 – The Disco Club: empowering women through dance
24:30 – Final advice for bold pivots and brave leadership

 

Want more inspiration? Listen now on your favourite platform, and share this episode with someone ready to lead with heart, rhythm and reinvention.

Need clarity on your own bold leap? Download the Clarity Compass to reconnect with what matters most.

 

Links:
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Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram:@juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

 

Connect with Claire:
Website:https://www.houseoffadj.com.au/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-o-shea-b764a526/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/djfadj

What happens when you stop asking for permission and start saying yes&mdash;even before you're ready?
In this bold and brilliant episode of&nbsp;Leading You, Julie sits down with Claire, better known as&nbsp;DJ FADJ&mdash;a former mortgage broker turned international DJ, entrepreneur, and founder of an inclusive DJ school for women and kids.
From playing private gigs for&nbsp;Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, and the&nbsp;AFL Brownlow, to empowering thousands of women to find confidence behind the decks, Claire shares her powerful story of reinvention, resilience, and redefining what&rsquo;s possible.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt stuck in a role that no longer fits&mdash;or you're craving a pivot that feels wild and aligned&mdash;this episode is for you.
In this episode, we cover:
<ul>
<li>How motherhood sparked a radical career rethink</li>
<li>The magic of saying yes before you're ready</li>
<li>Breaking into male-dominated industries with courage and style</li>
<li>Why DJing &ldquo;like a girl&rdquo; is a power move&mdash;not a weakness</li>
<li>Building community and confidence through music</li>
<li>Creating a legacy that&rsquo;s true to you</li>
</ul>
Whether you're navigating change or craving clarity, Claire&rsquo;s story is proof that you don&rsquo;t need to have it all figured out. You just need to back yourself&mdash;and take one bold step.
&nbsp;
Episode Timestamps:
00:00 &ndash; Welcome and intro 01:00 &ndash; From finance broker to DJ FADJ 04:00 &ndash; How motherhood prompted a powerful career shift 06:00 &ndash; The first gig: saying yes before she was ready 08:00 &ndash; The snowball effect: from local to global 10:00 &ndash; Founding a DJ school during COVID 13:00 &ndash; What it&rsquo;s like to stand out in a male-dominated industry 16:00 &ndash; The power of self-doubt and playing your way 19:00 &ndash; Gigs of a lifetime: Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Formula 1 22:00 &ndash; The Disco Club: empowering women through dance 24:30 &ndash; Final advice for bold pivots and brave leadership
&nbsp;
Want more inspiration? Listen now on your favourite platform, and share this episode with someone ready to lead with heart, rhythm and reinvention.
Need clarity on your own bold leap? Download the <a href="https://programs.juliehyde.com.au/programs/claritycompass">Clarity Compass</a> to reconnect with what matters most.
&nbsp;
Links: Get the&nbsp;<a href="https://programs.juliehyde.com.au/programs/claritycompass/">Clarity Compass Mini Program</a>
Connect with Julie: LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/" data-href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/</a> Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/juliehydeleads/" data-href="https://www.instagram.com/juliehydeleads/"> @juliehydeleads</a> Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://juliehyde.com.au">https://juliehyde.com.au</a>
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Connect with Claire: Website: <a href="https://www.houseoffadj.com.au/">https://www.houseoffadj.com.au/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-o-shea-b764a526/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-o-shea-b764a526/</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/djfadj">https://www.instagram.com/djfadj</a>

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Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.

There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.

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Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.

Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?
Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.
There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.
I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.
Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.
Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

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Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?
Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.
There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.
I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.
Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.
Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

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