Change Unfiltered: The Freedom to Work Differently

So many experienced professionals know deep down that they’re done with corporate. But actually making the leap? That’s the terrifying part.   After 20+ years in senior HR roles, Clare Wearn reached that moment. Burnout was creeping in. The job no longer felt like the right fit. But walking away from a stable pay cheque? That was another story.   In this episode, Clare shares: ✅ The moment she kn...

In this trailer for Season 3 of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott reflects on the podcast’s evolution and the exciting journey ahead.   This season, she's diving even deeper into the real, unfiltered stories of people who’ve made bold career moves, whether they left corporate to start a business, shifted industries or completely redefined what success means to them.   What’s new in Season 3?  ...

What does it really mean to own your career path, even when that path evolves?   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, Angela Scott speaks with Michelle Garnham — friend, former colleague, and experienced commercial leader whose career spans startups, scaleups, and global tech companies. Michelle reflects on the choices she’s made to align her work with her values including stepping into fractiona...

How do you lead with authenticity when everything around you is shifting — including your own identity?   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I speak with Michelle Bisset — founder of We Factor, former corporate leader, and transformative coach — about what it really means to create belonging and navigate change in modern leadership. Michelle shares how her upbringing in South Africa shaped her...

What if powering through is the very thing holding you back?   In this solo episode of Change Unfiltered, Angela Scott reflects on powerful lessons from recent conversations with Sylvia Keijzer and Ann Humes and her own journey through career transitions, stress, and personal reinvention.   In this short but grounded episode, Angela shares: Why “just pushing through” isn’t sustainable — and what t...

In this episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott chats with Ann Humes, a former Microsoft leader turned entrepreneur and executive coach, about her remarkable journey from corporate life to owning a restaurant, and eventually developing a unique model for fractional leadership.   Ann shares:   How a Foo Fighters’ song has become an anthem for her resilience Why leaving Microsoft to open a r...

In this episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott chats with Sylvia Keijzer, a former corporate leader in the pharmaceutical industry turned high-performance coach, about her transformative journey from stress-filled corporate life to empowering others through breathwork and leadership. Sylvia shares: How breathwork helped her manage stress after years of normalising it in the corporate worl...

What if disruption isn’t something to fear — but something to initiate?   In this solo episode of Change Unfiltered, Angela Scott reflects on recent conversations and answers listener questions on what it really means to create intentional change, especially when you're at a career crossroads.   Angela shares her personal insights on: Why shaking up the status quo is often the first step to real g...

In this episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott speaks with Susan Goebel, founder and CEO of Scaling Management Consulting Group Inc., about navigating change, scaling businesses, and defining success on your own terms.   Susan shares:   Her love for chaos and how she thrives in environments of constant change, bringing order to the messy middle and moving on to new challenges. The pivotal...

In this episode of Change Unfiltered host Angela Scott sits down with Kanika Selvan, an innovative leader and change consultant in the Tech for Good space, to talk about her approach to leadership, inclusion, and self-employment.   Kanika shares: Her refreshing take on servant leadership and why she calls herself a "positive disruptor"—challenging norms with joy and purpose. The quirky habits that...

What do your biggest mistakes say about what you actually value? And how can they shape your next move?   In this bite-size solo episode, I reflect on themes from my recent conversation with Sara Eklund — and offer personal insights on:   Reframing mistakes as career signals, not failures Letting go of the myth of work-life balance and exploring integration instead Why portfolio careers are rising...

In this episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott talks to Sara Eklund, an experienced go-to-market and operations leader, about her transition to a portfolio career and her role as a fractional COO.    Sara shares:    Her insights on leadership, learning to delegate, and maintaining self-care for long-term success. Her passion for empowering others. She offers practical advice for anyone at...

In this trailer for Season 2 of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott reflects on the podcast’s evolution and the exciting journey ahead. Angela introduces the new season, which focuses on stories of personal and professional reinvention from fractional executives, consultants, and business leaders who are redefining success.   Tune in to Change Unfiltered for real, unfiltered conversations that st...

This final episode of Season One is a little different. My guest is earlier in his journey than most of my guests. But I wanted to end the season with a story that reflects something we all wrestle with, no matter our age: what it means to take responsibility for our own path, and to build something aligned with our values.   "Recognising the responsibility that you have over your life is a consta...

"I've learnt that change is inevitable. You have to change because everything in life changes, nothing stays the same."   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I speak with Adrian Goddard — an experienced global leader and business coach with a deep focus on strategic growth, people development, and creating inclusive cultures. Adrian has worked across the UK, US, and Asia Pacific, and brings a br...

“Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.” In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I’m joined by two senior leaders, Jamie McDonnell and Sacha Dekker, for a frank conversation about a career moment many avoid talking about: being laid off from high-pressure, high-performance roles. With leadership experience across companies like LinkedIn, Microsoft, Oracle, Citrix, Okta, and HubSpot, Jamie and Sac...

“Change is when you're constantly stimulated to think. No two days are the same."   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I speak with Rosi Petrova Charalambous — a tech leader whose journey spans countries, cultures, and bold career shifts.   Originally from Bulgaria and now based in the UK, Rosi shares how she has navigated accent bias, stepped into leadership, and learned to balance personal gr...

"Life is like a bicycle, to keep your balance you need to keep moving forward."   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I sit down with Magalie Heraud — a global leader in tech, sustainability, and innovation — to talk about the power of optimism, ethical leadership, and evolving with purpose.   With a career that spans the UK, France, Germany, and Switzerland, Magalie brings a fresh perspective o...

“Change is evolution... a deeper understanding and connection to who I am." – Rachel Davies   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I speak with Rachel Davies, a health coach and wellbeing strategist who works with high-performing professionals to manage stress, improve energy, and integrate wellness into busy lives.   After navigating her own health challenges, Rachel discovered a deep connection...

“It’s okay to be vulnerable… actually, that’s where greater relationships and trust can be garnered.” – Claire Scull   In this episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott speaks with Claire Scull, a seasoned leader whose 25-year career spans software, telecommunications and life sciences. From start-up teams to senior roles in global organisations, Claire’s leadership journey is shaped by empa...

“You’re only as good as your last deal”   That’s how my very first podcast guest Daryn Mason describes the fast-paced, high-pressure world of software sales, which he’s now left behind in favour of counselling and psychotherapy.   After he left school with no meaningful qualifications, Daryn taught himself to programme and worked his way up to executive level in one of the world’s largest software...

Join me, Angela Scott, for this introduction to Change Unfiltered, a podcast uncovering the nuanced impact of change. Inspired by my own life transitions, this show explores the psychological and emotional layers often missed in discussions about change. With guests from diverse fields, expect stories of leaders' challenges and insights.   Tune in every 2nd Friday for fresh perspectives.   Music u...