S2 Ep19: Redefining Career Ownership – Michelle Garnham on Leading Authentically Through Transitions

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 fractional leadership, and later, returning to a full-time role with renewed clarity and purpose.

 

In this conversation, we explore:

• Building confidence and showing up with authenticity

• Navigating transitions and honouring what matters most

• The evolving role of AI in commercial leadership

• Creating space for purpose, balance, and sustainable growth

• Redefining success at every stage of your career

 

Michelle’s openness and insight make this a powerful episode for anyone navigating career change — whether you’re stepping out, stepping up, or shifting direction.