Change Unfiltered

S2 Ep19 Michelle Garnham on owning your path

In this episode of Change Unfiltered, Angela Scott sits down with Michelle Garnham, friend, former colleague and a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in business development, customer success, and sales. Michelle shares her journey from small startups to large tech corporations, and how she embraced fractional leadership to align her career with her values.
Together, they discuss:
The importance of confidence and authenticity.
How to navigate career transitions and embrace change.
The evolving role of technology, including AI, in today’s workplace.
Michelle’s candid reflections on her career, along with her actionable advice, make this a must-listen for professionals at any stage of their journey.
Michelle’s Links:
Main Website: https://www.ellacottconsulting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-garnham-91336a4
 
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Keywords: Leadership development, navigating career transitions, fractional leadership insights, entrepreneurship journey, building authentic connections, fostering belonging in teams, personal resilience strategies, embracing change, creating work-life balance, finding purpose in your career.
 
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S2 Ep18 Michelle Bisset on leadership, belonging, and building fluid teams

In this episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott reconnects with Michelle Bisset, founder of We Factor and a transformative coach, to discuss leadership and navigating change in today’s fast-evolving world.
 
Michelle shares:
 
Her journey from corporate leader to entrepreneur, including how her experiences growing up in South Africa shaped her focus on creating belonging and cohesion in teams.
The challenges of entrepreneurship, from overcoming loneliness to building self-accountability and finding her "tribe" for constructive feedback and support.
How she embraces change, viewing it as a choice and an opportunity for growth, despite the uncertainty and fear it often brings.
Insights into building trust and collaboration in teams, including the concept of “fluid teaming” for modern workplaces.
Her advice for anyone at a crossroads to stay grounded and resilient during big transitions.
 
This conversation goes deep into the human side of leadership and the evolving dynamics of work, offering practical and inspiring takeaways for leaders as well as individuals navigating their next steps.
 
Michelle’s Links:
Main Website: https://we-factor.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-bisset/
 
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Keywords: Leadership development, fostering belonging in teams, entrepreneurship journey, navigating change, team collaboration strategies, building trust in teams, fluid teaming concepts, personal resilience tips, setting work boundaries, finding purpose at work
 
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S2 Ep17 Angela Scott on breaking free, building resilience and showing up authentically

In this solo episode of Change Unfiltered, Angela Scott shares reflections on navigating career transitions, inspired by her recent conversations with Sylvia Keijzer and Ann Humes. Angela discusses the powerful lessons learned from:
The unsustainable nature of “powering through” stress and the importance of intentional self-care.
Using corporate disruption as an opportunity to pivot toward meaningful work.
Building authentic leadership through self-compassion and listening to your inner voice.
Redefining success on your own terms, especially mid-career.
This episode is packed with personal stories, actionable insights, and encouragement for anyone at a career crossroads. Whether you’re feeling stuck in stress, unsure about your next step, or ready to challenge traditional definitions of success, this episode will inspire you to embrace change with resilience and clarity.
🔗 Resources: https://thecultureprinciple.com/for-individuals
 

S2 Ep16 Ann Humes on resilience, fractional leadership, and rethinking success

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 restaurant allowed her to see the importance of trust, working on the business rather than in it, and learning from every experience.
Her belief that true success comes from collaboration—not being “self-made”—and how a solid support system is essential for sustainable growth.
How she co-developed a new approach to fractional leadership, bringing in “fire jumpers” for rapid, high-impact contributions that allow businesses to scale quickly.
Her advice on how to tune into your inner signals, helping you uncover the answers within and recognise when it’s time to make a change.
 
Keywords: resilience, fractional leadership, career transitions, entrepreneurial journey, teamwork, executive coaching, business growth, self-reflection, strategy
 
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S2 Ep15 Sylvia Keijzer on stress, breathwork, and authentic leadership

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 world.
Why corporate restructuring gave her the perfect opportunity to make a courageous career shift.
Her belief in the connection between breath and authentic leadership—how being in tune with your body can transform your leadership presence.
What it takes to listen to the voice within, recognise the need for change, and act with confidence.
Connect with Sylvia:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvia-keijzer/ 
 
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Keywords: career transitions, personal growth, portfolio career, work-life integration, mid-career advice, career values
 
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S2 Ep14 Angela Scott on positive disruption and defining success on your own terms

In this solo episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott takes listener questions and reflects on key themes from her conversations in episodes 12 and 13, offering her own insights and personal stories on:
Positive Disruption and Growth: How leaning into discomfort and disrupting the status quo can lead to growth, both personally and professionally.
Embracing Change and Resilience: The power of staying adaptable in the face of uncertainty, sharing how embracing change can unlock new opportunities.
Defining Success on Your Own Terms: Why it’s important to create a version of success that fits your own life, not society’s expectations.
If you’re at a career crossroads or considering a transition, this episode offers practical takeaways on how to embrace change, disrupt your narrative, and define success on your own terms.
 
 
**How to work with Angela**
 
Whether you’re looking for personalised coaching, practical resources, or just need some guidance to get unstuck, Angela offers a range of options to help you move forward:
Career Coaching Programs: Tailored 1:1 coaching designed to help you navigate career transitions, explore new opportunities, or redefine your professional goals.
The 2025 Mid-Career Reinvention Guide: A comprehensive resource packed with insights and strategies to help you build a fulfilling next act after corporate life.
One-Off Career Strategy Sessions: If you need targeted advice or a fresh perspective, one-off career strategy sessions are a great way to get quick, actionable guidance.
Visit: https://thecultureprinciple.com/for-individuals
 
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Keywords: positive disruption, career growth, embracing change, resilience, mid-career transitions, defining success, personal development, scaling businesses, career advice
 
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S2 Ep13 Susan Goebel on the transition from corporate to solopreneur to CEO - embracing chaos & defining success

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 moments that shaped her transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, including losing her job and starting her own business.
Insights into the difficult switch from solopreneur to CEO, and the mistakes she made while scaling her business too quickly.
Why defining success is personal, and how she sets boundaries to prioritise both her career and her family life.
Advice for entrepreneurs struggling with time and structure during their transition from corporate to self-employment.
 
Susan’s Socials:
Main Website: www.scalinggrp.com
Shop: www.scalingresources.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susangoebel/
YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@ScalingForSuccess
 
Susan’s book mentions:
Canada by Mike Myers
Rocket Fuel: The One Essential Combination That Will Get You More of What You Want from Your Business by Gino Wickman and Mark C. Winters
The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber
Economic Facts and Fallacies by Thomas Sowell
Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant
 
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Keywords: entrepreneurship, solopreneur, leadership, business scaling, personal success, work-life balance, time management, resilience, career transitions, business growth, change management.
 
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S2 Ep12 Kanika Selvan on positive disruption, inclusion, and the power of unconventional leadership

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 fuel her creativity.
How embracing discomfort and sparking tough conversations is the key to genuine inclusion and culture change in organisations.
The freedom she’s found in self-employment, balancing authenticity with a purpose-driven career.
 
Keywords: leadership, positive disruption, inclusion, self-employment, career transitions, servant leadership, diversity, change management, authentic leadership, tech for good.
 
Connect with Kanika:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanika-s-81355668 
 
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Keywords: career transitions, personal growth, portfolio career, work-life integration, learning from mistakes, mid-career advice, career values
 
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S2 Ep11 Angela Scott on learning from mistakes and what you value

In this solo episode of Change Unfiltered, host Angela Scott reflects on key themes from her recent conversation with Sara Eklund, offering her own insights and personal stories on:
 
Learning from Mistakes: Angela shares how reframing mistakes can fuel your personal growth and next career move.
Work-Life Integration: Moving beyond the elusive “balance” and embracing integration for a more fulfilled and sustainable career, and to align to what matters to you.
Portfolio Careers: The rise of portfolio careers and what that means for professionals looking for freedom, flexibility and new opportunities.
The Importance of Values: Reconnecting with your core values to guide decisions and find long-term fulfilment in your career.
 
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Keywords: career transitions, personal growth, portfolio career, work-life integration, learning from mistakes, mid-career advice, career values
 
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S2 Ep10 Sara Eklund on energy, impact and doing it all

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 a career crossroads, encouraging alignment of choices with personal values and taking action on dreams.
Her thoughts on the evolving role of AI and technology in business, balancing optimism with responsibility.
 
Keywords: portfolio career, fractional COO, leadership, self-care, gender equality, career transitions.
 
Connect with Sara:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eklundsara
 
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