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Hello Adulting

By Shanique Hayden

Were you one of those kids who couldn't wait to grow up? Yea, I can completely relate, and now that I've met adulting I am learning daily how to navigate the space. I am Shanique Hayden, an occasionally extroverted career girl and through this podcast I share my experiences and practical advice as I take on adulting one task and experience at a time!

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Ep. 57: Let’s talk motherhood with my Sisters!

Hello Adulting May 14, 2023

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Ep. 57: Let’s talk motherhood with my Sisters!

Ep. 57: Let’s talk motherhood with my Sisters!

In this special Mother's Day episode, I am joined by my two sisters, Krystal and Tashika to share their experiences of motherhood. From the initial thoughts on motherhood and sleepless nights to the precious moments and unexpected joys, they offer an honest and heartfelt conversation about the highs and lows of raising children. #mothersday #MothersDaySpecial //About Me Hi, I am Shanique Hayden and I produce and host "Hello Adulting podcast." I describe myself as an occasionally extroverted career girl, who is learning one step at a time how to navigate the adulting space. Through this platform I pass on the practical knowledge I have gained throughout my adulting journey so far to help you navigate the space better.

May 14, 202348:35
Ep. 56: Achieving work-life balance

Ep. 56: Achieving work-life balance

How are you doing with achieving work-life balance? Are you able to clearly segment these two important areas of your life? Here are 5 tips hat can help us all have a full life where work and play peacefully co-exist #WorkLifeBalance


Remember that I have also made a return to the YouTube space so check me out there too @HelloAdultingPodcast, and share with a friend.  As always get ready to take some notes and enjoy this episode.


/About Me:

Hi, I am Shanique Hayden and I produce and host "Hello Adulting podcast." I describe myself as an occasionally extroverted career girl,  who is learning one step at a time how to navigate the adulting space. Through this platform I pass on the practical knowledge I have gained throughout my adulting journey so far to help you navigate the space better.  Connect with me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shanzique/


Mar 20, 202328:27
EP. 55: Five Most Commonly Asked Job Interview Questions & How To Answer Them

EP. 55: Five Most Commonly Asked Job Interview Questions & How To Answer Them

Job interviews can be daunting- wondering what questions you will be asked and how best to answer them to secure the job. HR practitioner Uton Vassell joins me to give tips on how best to answer 5 of the most commonly asked job interview questions.   Are there any questions you get asked a lot in interviews. #JobInterviewQuestions #CareerAdvice

Remember that I have also made a return to the YouTube space so check me out there too @HelloAdultingPodcast, and share with a friend.  As always get ready to take some notes and enjoy this episode.

/About Me Hi, I am Shanique Hayden and I produce and host "Hello Adulting podcast." I describe myself as an occasionally extroverted career girl,  who is learning one step at a time how to navigate the adulting space. Through this platform I pass on the practical knowledge I have gained throughout my adulting journey so far to help you navigate the space better.   Connect with me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shanzique/

Feb 09, 202326:22
Ep 54: WineChat- The Art of Dating

Ep 54: WineChat- The Art of Dating

Welcome to WineChat, the unwind time with the girls to have a good 'kiki', debate and enjoy a breather! In this episode I am joined by my fried Shari to discuss the #ArtOfDating, what we can identify with in Lori Harvey's dating style and we read a brutally honest dating advice from a 'friend' to another 'friend'.

Remember that I have also made a return to the YouTube space so check me out there too @HelloAdultingPodcast, and share with a friend.  As always get ready to take some notes and enjoy this episode.

Feb 02, 202351:40
Ep 53: 8 common goal setting mistakes to avoid

Ep 53: 8 common goal setting mistakes to avoid

Last week we set our goals for 2023, yay! but let's fool-proof those goals. Here are 8 common mistakes that we can make in the goal setting phase that affects our ability and will-power to achieve them!

Remember that I have also made a return to the YouTube space so check me out there too @HelloAdultingPodcast, and share with a friend.  As always get ready to take some notes and enjoy this episode.

Jan 26, 202323:37
Ep. 52: How I Set Goals That Actually Get Done!

Ep. 52: How I Set Goals That Actually Get Done!

It's January, and that means it's time to set some goals, but not ones that we will forget before Valentine's day. This year I am sharing my goal setting practice that has helped me to achieve some major goals in my life and helped me to stay consistent in pursuit of all my lofty dreams! 


Remember that I have also made a return to the YouTube space so check me out there too @HelloAdultingPodcast, and share with a friend.  As always get ready to take some notes and enjoy this episode. 

Jan 18, 202330:56
Ep. 51: Girl, where have you been?

Ep. 51: Girl, where have you been?

Is this thing on?! 

A whole year later, watch me walking in here as if I didn't just leave the podcast space for a whole year with no warning! But, I don't feel judged because we are all adults here and we truly know that life happens and we have to just roll with the punches. So, I am back like I never left and in this episode I am catching you up on some of what I have been up to over the last year. 

I have also made a return to the YouTube space so check us out there too @HelloAdultingPodcast, and share with a friend. It's good to be back and I hope you enjoy this episode. 

Jan 11, 202327:43
Ep. 50: 'Twas the Pod before Christmas!

Ep. 50: 'Twas the Pod before Christmas!

Happy Holidays Pod Squad! The girls are here to wrap up 2021 with a cute little bow and kick start the holidays! Shari takes the reins on the conversation this week (you can thank her for the episode title as well LOL) as we talk about our key takeaways from 2021, holiday traditions and what some of our goals for the new year. 

Join our podcast family on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helloadultingpodcast and leave us a review wherever you are listening! We can't wait to continue the podcasts convos with you in 2022. 


Dec 22, 202159:18
Ep. 49: How self discipline affects your goals & love life

Ep. 49: How self discipline affects your goals & love life

On this episode, the girls discuss self discipline and the role it plays in career and love. We also tackle the questions of should non parents be giving parenting advice, and is Kanye's grand gesture to Kim K toxic or romantic? 

Join our Facebook fam at the link below and leave us a review wherever you are listening to this podcast! 

https://www.facebook.com/helloadultingpodcast 

Dec 12, 202101:02:43
Ep. 48: Things we wish were taught earlier in life

Ep. 48: Things we wish were taught earlier in life

Let's be honest there are some things we are learning as adults that we wish someone had prepared us for earlier in life, right? And let's not even talk about high school lessons! We have a unique experience there that a lot of persons have a hard time believing actually happened. 

We have a facebook page now for the podcast and we would love for you to join us over there, just click the link below and come say hi! 

https://www.facebook.com/helloadultingpodcast 

Remember to leave us a review wherever you are listening to this episode and share it with a friend! 

Dec 05, 202101:06:30
Ep. 47: How comfortable are you with vulnerability?

Ep. 47: How comfortable are you with vulnerability?

The adulting squad is here with another episode! On this episode Shanique, Shari & Shanice tackle the topic of vulnerability and why some phrases like "I'm sorry" or "I need you" is so hard to say sometimes. In Asked & Answered we tackle the issues of paternity testing & trapping men with babies! Yep lots to talk about so go ahead and click play to join the conversation. 

Remember to leave us a review wherever you're listening and also subscribe to the podcast! 

Nov 20, 202150:09
Ep.46: A lot has changed+ life lessons from TV land & more

Ep.46: A lot has changed+ life lessons from TV land & more

Well hello you! I'm back and ready to put my inconsistent upload days behind me. This episode is truly #SquadGoals and you will realize that A LOT has changed. I won't give away the surprise but just a hint, I am not alone on this episode and will not be for future ones! 

On this episode we explore the topics of living up to societal expectations, dating in the workplace and how to navigate conflict between romantic partners and families. We definitely want to hear from you so feel free to reach out to Shanique on Instagram @shanzique to submit your topics/ questions for the show! 

We also want to hear what you think about the show so leave us a review and subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening! 

Nov 11, 202152:24
Ep.45: Breast Cancer Awareness with Dr. Jordan Hardie

Ep.45: Breast Cancer Awareness with Dr. Jordan Hardie

October is breast cancer awareness month and this week my guest on the podcast is Dr. Jordan Hardie, Consultant OB/GYN. We talk about the importance of early detection, the stages of breast cancer, advocating for yourself and more! 

Share this episode with a friend and remember to leave us a review! 

Oct 10, 202138:41
Ep.44: To Birthday or Not to Birthday?

Ep.44: To Birthday or Not to Birthday?

Hello October and hello birthday month! I love celebrating birthdays for everyone but I always find it odd when someone says they don't celebrate their birthday (for non-religious reasons). This week I am discussing 7 reasons why persons don't celebrate birthdays and what I think about each!

Remember to subscribe wherever you listen to this episode! 

Oct 03, 202130:39
Ep.43: WineChat: Ballin' On A Budget

Ep.43: WineChat: Ballin' On A Budget

The girls are here and we're talking money! Honestly we were so excited about this topic because a lot of the good money habits we have right now we learnt from each other. We're sharing tips for shopping, going out ad of course how to deal with money in relationships!

Remember to leave us a review wherever you are listening to this podcast! 

Sep 26, 202151:11
Ep.42: WineChat: Don't treat your boyfriend like one of your girls

Ep.42: WineChat: Don't treat your boyfriend like one of your girls

Ladies, should you treat your man like one of your girl friends? We're talking about that and more on this week's Winechat episode of the podcast! 

Remember to leave us a review wherever you're listening to this podcast! 

Sep 19, 202139:43
Ep.41 Money Mistakes to Avoid in your Twenties with Shamar Clarke

Ep.41 Money Mistakes to Avoid in your Twenties with Shamar Clarke

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Hello Adulting the podcast! On this episode I am joined again by Financial Expert Shamar Clarke to talk about money mistakes that you should be avoiding in your twenties and early thirties. 

Remember to leave us a review wherever you listen to this podcast and if you have questions you can send them to me on Instagram @Shanzique


Sep 12, 202144:05
Ep.40 Money Moves To Make In Your Twenties with Shamar Clarke

Ep.40 Money Moves To Make In Your Twenties with Shamar Clarke

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Hello Adulting the podcast! On this episode I am joined by Financial Expert Shamar Clarke to talk about money moves that you should be making in your twenties and early thirties. We cover tips from budgeting, to student loan management, credit cards and more.  

Remember to leave us a review wherever you listen to this podcast and if you have questions you can send them to me on Instagram @Shanzique

Sep 05, 202136:58
Ep.39 WineChat: Dress how you want to be addressed?

Ep.39 WineChat: Dress how you want to be addressed?

Welcome to another WineChat episode of Hello Adulting with Shanique, Shari & Shanice! On this episode the girls are talking about how much of an influence how we dress have on how we are treated, should you be telling your partner how to dress in a relationship and we segue into talking about should people in relationships have single friends. 

Remember to subscribe and leave us a review!

Aug 01, 202101:02:15
Ep. 38: "Eat Your Words" with Isabel Chiara

Ep. 38: "Eat Your Words" with Isabel Chiara

Hey you! Thanks for joining me for another episode. This week I am joined by a guest, Italian-American author, Isabel Chiara to talk about her book "Eat Your Words." Isabel and I explore the topics of self discovery, self acceptance, accepting our bodies and so much more. 

Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to our podcast! 

Jul 13, 202129:46
Ep.37- WineChat: Gender Roles in Relationships

Ep.37- WineChat: Gender Roles in Relationships

In this WineChat episode of Hello Adulting Podcast Shanique, Shari, & Shanice tackle gender roles in relationship by sharing their own experiences and opinions. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to our podcast! 
May 30, 202131:43
Ep.36: My 1 year 'podcast-versary' & Life lessons from my plants

Ep.36: My 1 year 'podcast-versary' & Life lessons from my plants

Hey Guys! Can you believe it's been 1 year since I started this podcast?! In this episode I share about my podcast journey so far, the books I am currently reading, and I recently became a plant mom and backyard gardening super boss so I am sharing some life lessons I have been learning from... well my plants.
Remember to subscribe wherever you are listening and leave us a review!
May 23, 202135:20
Ep.35: Setting Boundaries with Alidia & Kemar

Ep.35: Setting Boundaries with Alidia & Kemar

Hi Guys! I am back with my friends Alidia & Kemar to give you guys an unfiltered chat about setting boundaries. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a part of preserving our mental health is setting boundaries with people. We also talk about things that we did pre-covid that we most definitely will not be doing anymore like... well blowing out birthday candles on a cake and then serving that cake to people *shudder*  Remember to leave us a review, share the podcast with your friends and also subscribe! Ok enough reading, let's talk now.
May 09, 202147:28
Ep.34: WineChat: Let's Talk Girl Code

Ep.34: WineChat: Let's Talk Girl Code

WineChat is back! Shanique, Shari & Shanice tackle 'girl code' on this episode and explain the rationale behind why women go to the bathroom in pairs! 
Apr 25, 202149:40
Ep.33: Get Comfortably Uncomfortable with Jacquelyn Phillips

Ep.33: Get Comfortably Uncomfortable with Jacquelyn Phillips

Hey you! Thanks for joining me for another episode. This week I am joined by a guest- American author, Jacquelyn Phillips to talk about her journey as shared in her book "Comfortably Uncomfortable: The Road to Happiness isn't always paved." Jacquelyn gets very candid in our chat as she shares about her metamorphosis from a self-loathing, socially toxic, miserably suicidal woman into the happier, peaceful, confident person she is today, what it took to get there, and her advice on how you can do the same.
AND... We are also on YouTube now, so if you would like to check out our video episodes subscribe to us over there at "Hello Adulting Podcast"
Apr 11, 202142:01
Ep.32: I'm Back & We're Spring Cleaning

Ep.32: I'm Back & We're Spring Cleaning

Lent is over which means my digital detox has ended and I am back to share with you on this adulting journey! On this episode I catch you up on all I did during the break, was I able to save the world with all the time I saved not being on social media? Plus it's spring which means it's time for spring cleaning but this is not just about changing your sheets and your curtains it's about spring cleaning your life!
I am so happy to be back and this episode shares a lot about what I have planned for this space this time around. Remember to leave us a review, share the podcast with your friends and also subscribe! Ok enough reading, let's talk now.
Apr 04, 202128:50
Ep.31: Let's Talk- Can Lent be self-care, pandemic fatigue & more

Ep.31: Let's Talk- Can Lent be self-care, pandemic fatigue & more

In this solo episode Shanique is discussing her pandemic fatigue (is that even a real term?), and whether giving up something for Lent can be considered self-care.
Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review and share it with your friends!
Feb 21, 202130:59
Ep.30: Valentine's Day Survival Guide

Ep.30: Valentine's Day Survival Guide

Happy Valentine's Day! How are you surviving the day? Shanique is joined by friends Alidia & Kemar to talk you through their version of a survival guide! Remember to leave us a review, subscribe to this podcast, and share it with someone!
Feb 14, 202140:40
Ep.29: 21 Ways to Survive 2021 as a Brand

Ep.29: 21 Ways to Survive 2021 as a Brand

This episode speaks all about building your brand in the online space PLUS a giveaway! Shanique is joined by Blog Manager for Live Well Jamaica, Ashleigh-Ann Mowatt to discuss her 21 tips for building and sustaining a brand in 2021.
Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review, and share it with a friend.
Feb 07, 202138:58
Ep.28: WineChat: You asked, We answered!

Ep.28: WineChat: You asked, We answered!

We couldn't let January end without a WineChat episode of Hello Adulting Podcast! Shanique, Shari & Shanice tackle some of the questions that you guys submitted on Instagram about relationships, the worse sign in the zodiac to date and more!  Remember to subscribe to this podcast and leave us a review wherever you're listening!
Jan 31, 202150:39
Ep.27: Finding Who You Are with Romario Mullings

Ep.27: Finding Who You Are with Romario Mullings

New Year, New You? My guest for this episode is Romario Mullings, someone who I knew in high school as a student with a lot of disciplinary issues but he has turned his life around to become an author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. On this episode he is sharing how he made that change and how he is trying to help others do the same.
Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave and review and share it with a friend!
Jan 10, 202127:36
Ep.26: WineChat: Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021!

Ep.26: WineChat: Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021!

Happy New Year everyone! We're starting the year off with Winechat episode with Shanique, Shanice, and Shari chatting about 2020, and what they have planned for this year. We also talk about which one of us wants to walk down an aisle this year!
Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review, and share it with a friend!
Jan 03, 202145:47
Ep.25: All's well that ends well (2020 review)

Ep.25: All's well that ends well (2020 review)

Can you believe we are at the end of 2020 already? On this episode Shanique shares tips on how to do a personal audit for 2020 and setting goals for the new year! Thank you all so very much for listening to all our episodes this year, looking forward to talking with you more in 2021
Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to this podcast!
Dec 27, 202030:30
Ep.24: "The Night Before the Morning After" with Scott Newman

Ep.24: "The Night Before the Morning After" with Scott Newman

On this episode Shanique is joined by globetrotting author Scott Newman to talk about his memoir titled "The Night Before the Morning After" and some of his life experiences like getting kidnapped in Jordan! Be sure to subscribe to this podcast, leave a review and share it with a friend.
Dec 20, 202038:30
Ep.23: A Woman's World with Chanelle

Ep.23: A Woman's World with Chanelle

Hi Everyone, welcome to December! On this episode Shanique is joined by Chanelle Beatrice, the Co-Founder of Feminitt to talk about Women empowerment, gender based violence, gender roles and more.
Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review, and share it with a friend!!
Dec 13, 202028:22
Ep.22: WineChat: Wife Material, Catfishing & surprise guests

Ep.22: WineChat: Wife Material, Catfishing & surprise guests

Two winechats in one month?! Christmas came early it seems! On this episode Shanique, Shari & Shanice  have an interesting discussion over a rather large glass of wine about catfishing, whether the term "wife material" is a compliment, and they are joined by two surprise guests to weigh in on what wife material means.  Remember to join our fam by subscribing to this podcast and leaving us a review. 
Nov 29, 202043:09
Ep.21: WineChat: The Dating Game

Ep.21: WineChat: The Dating Game

On this "WineChat" episode of Hello Adulting Shanique is joined by Winechat co-hosts Shari & Shanice to talk about dating and the state of dating culture in Jamaica compared to the US.  They also talk about whether they were allowed to date when they were teenagers and some horrible dating stories. If you have a few minutes, get comfortable and enjoy the wine chat!  Remember to subscribe
Nov 22, 202049:43
Ep.20: Passion Projects & Working abroad with Ama & Sheldon

Ep.20: Passion Projects & Working abroad with Ama & Sheldon

On this episode I am joined by media personality Amashika Lorne and Marketer Sheldon Townsend to talk about monetizing passion projects, tackling the international job market, faking it 'til you make it and more.
Fun Fact; all 3 of us met approximately 7 years ago while we were in a brand ambassador programme in college!
Nov 08, 202041:14
Ep.19: When I Turned 25

Ep.19: When I Turned 25

On this episode I share 5 things that helped me to shake my time anxiety when I turned 25, 2 years ago.
Oct 25, 202030:41
Ep.18: WineChat: Getting Real about Time Anxiety

Ep.18: WineChat: Getting Real about Time Anxiety

Have you ever had the feeling that time is running out on you and you aren't where you should be in life? That's called time anxiety and on this episode, Shari, Shanice & I talk about our experiences with time anxiety and how we got over the hump.   
Oct 18, 202031:01
Ep.17: Trusting Your Journey with Alana Fearon

Ep.17: Trusting Your Journey with Alana Fearon

On this episode, I am joined by one of my mentors and former managers Alana Fearon to talk about "Trusting Your Journey!
Oct 04, 202036:08
Ep.16: WineChat: Do you Really Love me?

Ep.16: WineChat: Do you Really Love me?

This is another episode with my friends Shanice & Shari and we're talking about love languages and getting lazy in relationships! 
Sep 27, 202042:14
Ep.15: Mental Health Matters with Jhanille Brooks

Ep.15: Mental Health Matters with Jhanille Brooks

This week we are talking about Mental Health and why it matters with a very special guest, Associate Counselling Psychologist Jhanille Brooks.
If you or someone you know needs mental health assistance you can contact the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Helpline – 888 NEW LIFE (888-639-5433).
Sep 20, 202036:21
Ep.14: Making Self-Care a Priority

Ep.14: Making Self-Care a Priority

Let's talk about our self-care routines and why they are SO Important!
Sep 13, 202038:36
Ep.13: WineChat: #DearFreshmen

Ep.13: WineChat: #DearFreshmen

This is another Wine Chat episode with my girls Shari & Shanice! We're giving our University Freshmen some college advice on course, college life, and making the best of the university experience. 
Aug 31, 202035:60
Ep.12: Surviving Solo Living

Ep.12: Surviving Solo Living

In this episode, I am sharing some tips for managing living on your own. From learning to cook, to being your own security guard these are tried and true tips that I hope will be useful to you too.
Aug 17, 202029:55
Ep.11: Apartment Hunting Tips

Ep.11: Apartment Hunting Tips

On this episode, I am giving you some tips to help with your apartment search!
Aug 02, 202034:15
Ep.10: WineChat: No new friends, friends with an ex & More

Ep.10: WineChat: No new friends, friends with an ex & More

This episode is a little different I am introducing my new once-monthly 'Wine Chat' episode where I gather with my friends to have a discussion over wine. On this episode, I am joined by my two girls Shari & Shanice and we are talking about if we are too old for new friends, if we would be friends with an ex, and if it's ok for your boyfriend to be your best friend. 
Jul 27, 202035:28
Ep.9: Money Management with Shamar Clarke

Ep.9: Money Management with Shamar Clarke

On this episode, we are giving you a crash course in money management with Financial Advisor Shamar Clarke!
Jul 20, 202027:50
Ep.8: Financially Adulting 101

Ep.8: Financially Adulting 101

On this episode, we kick off the financial topics series by going through a checklist of financial must-dos. I am joined by my friends Shari & Shanice to go through the checklist and share candidly about our financial experiences.  
Jul 05, 202026:22