S1 Ep5: Bias, Balance & Brave Moves – Rosi Petrova Charalambous on Growth, Leadership & Identity

“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 growth with professional ambition — all while raising a family and staying grounded in her values.

 

In this conversation, we cover:

• Embracing unexpected opportunities and stepping into leadership

• Facing and overcoming bias in high-performance environments

• Using AI tools to simplify and humanise work

• Balancing career ambition with personal wellbeing and motherhood

• Redefining success across different seasons of life

 

This episode is a rich, honest reflection on resilience, identity, and leading on your own terms.