Welcome to Anything But Ordinary
Hosted by Zoe Jackson, founder of Shire & Wold Staffing, this podcast goes beyond recruitment. Each episode dives into the hidden careers and extraordinary stories behind luxury service, private households and high-net-worth lifestyles.
Expect candid conversations with people you didn’t know existed and the insight that lies beneath their journeys.
To find out more about Zoe and to keep up-to-date with behind-the-scenes action, head to the social channels!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Anything But Ordinary
Hosted by Zoe Jackson, founder of Shire & Wold Staffing, this podcast goes beyond recruitment. Each episode dives into the hidden careers and extraordinary stories behind luxury service, private households and high-net-worth lifestyles.
Expect candid conversations with people you didn’t know existed and the insight that lies beneath their journeys.
To find out more about Zoe and to keep up-to-date with behind-the-scenes action, head to the social channels!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Anything But Ordinary
In this episode, Zoe sits down with Angharad Jones, founder of Harrad & Bloom, to explore the art of creating truly lived-in luxury experiences.
Ang shares how her background working on luxury French barges and Alpine chalets shaped her instincts for hospitality, eventually inspiring her to launch Harrad & Bloom in the Cotswolds. What began as single-property summer residencies evolved into a high-touch concierge service for UHNW families, global brands, and guests craving thoughtful, personal experiences that feel effortless.
From last-minute client requests to the intimacy of working inside private homes, Ang offers a candid look at what real luxury looks like behind the scenes.
Zoe and Ang discuss the unexpected realities of serving high-profile clients, the role of intuition, the essential relationships with PAs and household teams, and the importance of authenticity in an industry that can often feel superficial.
Ang reflects on building a brand rooted in genuine warmth and responsiveness, the strange and wonderful moments that come with her work and the instinct-led approach guiding Harrad & Bloom as it aims to expands across the UK and Europe.
The conversation is equal parts inspiring and grounded, offering an honest portrait of what it takes to build a business defined by care, discretion, and exceptional service.
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Zoe Jackson's Links:
https://shireandwoldstaffing.com
https://shireandwoldstaffing.com/shire-wold-academy/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/shire-wold-domestic-staffing/
Angharad Jones' Links:
https://www.harradandbloom.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angharad-jones-918179156/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/harradandbloom/
https://www.instagram.com/harradandbloom/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.