Change Unfiltered

S3 Ep29 Less Roles, More You: When Doing It All Stops Working

What happens when the roles you’ve worked so hard to earn (lawyer, founder, parent, carer) start to collide? 
 
In this deeply honest conversation, lawyer and startup founder Sarah Wilder shares what it means to hold complexity with grace, even when everything feels like too much. From the invisible weight of caregiving and perimenopause to the moment she realised something had to give, Sarah shares what it takes to keep showing up and what it looks like to finally stop doing it all. Sarah’s story offers both candour and hope for anyone realising that the change they need to make might mean it’s time to do less.
 
Connect with Sarah:
 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wilder-she-her-1302bb19/
 
Website: https://www.path-light.io/

S3 Ep28 Why Don’t Men Talk About It?

In this powerful Mental Health Awareness Week conversation, Angela is joined by returning guest Daryn Mason, a former tech exec turned psychotherapist, to explore why so many men struggle to talk about their mental health.
Together they unpack the emotional cost of staying silent, the societal pressures that shape male identity, and the real impact of high-performance environments on wellbeing. From the early signs of burnout to full breakdown, Daryn shares his dual perspective as both a survivor and a therapist with insight, warmth, and clarity.
 
Themes include:– The three stages of burnout: flameout, burnout, rustout– Why success and mental health aren’t opposites– Perfectionism, performance identity & compartmentalisation– The importance of active listening and real recovery– Why men often wait until it’s “too late” to get help
 
Links:– "Working Pluralistically with Burnout: A therapist's guide" - Daryn’s burnout guide for therapists: https://amzn.eu/d/6NjxmHQ– Connect with Daryn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darynmason/

S3 Ep27 Not That Bad Isn’t the Same as Alright

This special solo episode marks Mental Health Awareness Week with a deeply personal story from Angela Scott. It’s not a story of crisis or collapse, but of quiet misalignment and the slow, steady realisation that “not that bad” isn’t the same as alright. If you’ve ever felt like you’re performing a life that no longer fits, this one’s for you.
 
Key Themes:
The invisible cost of overadaptation in high-functioning professionals
Why mental health challenges don’t always look dramatic
Trust, misfit, and the slow erosion of self in misaligned systems
Letting go of performative roles and reclaiming vitality
Redefining success through clarity, not consensus
 
Connect:If this episode resonated with you, Angela would love to hear from you. Reach out at angela@joynergi.com

S3 Ep26 It’s Not Just About the Money: Redefining Financial Freedom

What is it isn't really about the money but more about creating a life you don’t need to escape from?
 
In this episode, Angela talks with Linda Ta Yonemoto, founder of Good For You Money, about what it really means to build wealth on your own terms. Linda shares her story of growing up as a child of refugees, navigating a high-pressure career in tech and digital strategy, and ultimately choosing a path aligned with her values. Together they explore how our relationship with money shapes our identity, why high earners can still feel trapped, and how to design a life that’s sustainable, not just financially but emotionally.
Themes:
Financial independence beyond FIRE
Values-based wealth and time freedom
Identity, status, and the cost of over adaptation
Breaking inherited success scripts
Redefining growth outside the corporate path
Whether you’re leading a company or leading your own reinvention, this is an invitation to rethink what you’re really working for.

S3 Ep25 When the Body Says No

High performance looks great on paper. Until your body starts keeping the score.
 
In this episode, Aoife Reilly shares how she went from thriving at IBM and Meta to facing a quiet health crisis that changed everything. What began as burnout symptoms turned into a complete rethinking of success, work, and well-being.
 
We talk about:
The physical cost of pushing through and why most people miss the early signs
Why Aoife didn’t leave corporate overnight — and what changed when she became a parent
How she built Juvelo to support leaders who want to thrive without burning out
The surprising link between nutrition, energy, and executive performance
 
This isn’t your usual burnout story — it’s about making space for health before your body forces you to.
 
Connect with Aoife:www.juvelolife.comEmail: aoife@juvelolife.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoife-reilly-juvelo/

S3 Ep24 What Happens When You Start Seeing Work as a System

What do archaeology, the Peace Corps, and SaaS revenue architecture have in common? More than you think, especially when Beth Yehaskel is the one connecting the dots.
Beth didn’t set out to build a career in tech. She started in the dirt (literally) as an archaeologist. But her love of writing and curiosity about people took her from field reports to technical writing, and eventually to customer success, go-to-market strategy, and coaching executives across the globe.
In this episode, we talk about how to spot the systems and patterns that hold businesses (and careers) back, and why stepping away after a bad job can sometimes be the best decision you ever make.
 
We also explore:
The red flags she missed and what she learned from a role that didn’t work
Why consulting helped her rediscover confidence and clarity
Why AI is about systems, not shortcuts.
 
If you’ve ever felt stuck between “I’ve worked hard for this” and “I’m not sure I want it anymore,” Beth’s story will speak to you.
 
Connect with Beth:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-yehaskel-4b71a
https://www.elevategtmexecs.com/
 

S3 Ep23 When Ambition Isn’t The Answer

What happens when the identity you’ve built no longer fits?
 
For years, Meghan Opitz was unstoppable—competitive swimmer, tech startup leader, high-achiever through and through. She was always chasing the next goal. But when life threw unexpected challenges her way, she was forced to re-examine everything she thought she knew about success.
 
In this episode of Change Unfiltered, Meghan shares:
✔️ The real difference between ambition and drive—and why one is often misunderstood✔️ How competitive swimming shaped her mindset—and the moment she realised she wouldn’t become an Olympian✔️ What it was like to scale a tech company pre-IPO—and then face a completely different challenge: motherhood✔️ Why she felt like she was failing as a mum—and the mindset shift that changed everything✔️ What success looks like now—and why it’s no longer about chasing the next big milestone
 
Plus, she reveals the unexpected anthem that got her through one of the biggest moments of her life—now added to the Change Unfiltered Playlist on Spotify.
 
🌍 Connect with Meghan:🔗 Website: https://www.meghanopitz.com🔗 Substack: Every Woman Rising https://meghanopitz.substack.com🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghanopitz
 
🎶 Check out the Change Unfiltered Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6I5Sikl02JF46cnNO6XPQI?si=0xHVp2ZnSieLuluIuJzOHQ&pi=-o8l_L5cSFWoT&nd=1&dlsi=9273cc1b711c4bba 
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S3 Ep22 The Career Reboot No One Plans For

So many experienced professionals hit a point where corporate life stops making sense. But knowing it and doing something about it? That’s a different challenge.
After a long career in financial services and tech, Carmen Orr found herself at a crossroads. She’d built high-performing teams, navigated executive leadership, and thrived in complex business environments. But then layoffs, ageism, and the slow realisation that the traditional job market wasn’t built for people like her.
So, she decided to do something radical: to bet on herself.
In this episode, Carmen shares:
The gut-punch of applying for jobs and getting one interview in nine months
The invisible barriers of ageism in hiring and how fractional work flips the script
Why she almost didn’t go out on her own (and what changed her mind)
How she landed her first clients
The secret being a successful fractional leader
Plus, she reveals the song that sums up her career transition—now added to the Change Unfiltered Playlist on Spotify.
 
Connect with Carmen:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenorr/Think2Perform website: https://www.think2perform.com/about-us/#team
 
Carmen’s book recommendations:The AI-Driven Leader: Harnessing AI to Make Faster, Smarter Decisions – Geoff Woods
Team-Based Strategic Planning: A Complete Guide to Structuring, Facilitating, and Implementing the Process – C. Davis Fogg
The Soul of Wealth: 50 Reflections on Money and Meaning – Daniel Crosby
 
Check out the Change Unfiltered Playlist on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6I5Sikl02JF46cnNO6XPQI?si=dje2K4Q5Rj-mzR4WktsDVg&pi=v2B32mnsTIeFe&nd=1&dlsi=11bdbc87635441ce

S3 Ep21 After the Big Exit: Redefining Worth Without the Job Title

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 knew it was time to leave corporate (and why she nearly took another job instead)✅ The fears that almost kept her stuck and how she tackled them✅ Why networking terrified her at first, and how she pushed through✅ The financial reality of self-employment (spoiler: the stress doesn’t disappear overnight!)✅ What success looks like now compared to her corporate career
 
Plus, she reveals the songs that powered her career transition—now added to the Change Unfiltered Playlist on Spotify! 🎶
 
🌍 Connect with Clare: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-wearn
 
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Season 3 Trailer

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?
 
- Honest discussions about fear, identity, money, and reinvention because stepping away from what’s familiar isn’t easy.- More solo episodes where I’ll share strategies, mindset shifts and behind-the-scenes insights from my own journey.- A few unexpected surprises along the way 👀
 
If you’re questioning what’s next or already in the middle of a career transition, this season is for you.
 
🎧 Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.💬 Got a story to share? Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelajscottuk/ 🎶 Check out the Change Unfiltered Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6I5Sikl02JF46cnNO6XPQI?si=dje2K4Q5Rj-mzR4WktsDVg&pi=v2B32mnsTIeFe&nd=1&dlsi=11bdbc87635441ce
 
Keywords: career reinvention, leadership, personal growth, professional transitions, business strategy, career coaching.