Change Unfiltered: The Freedom to Work Differently

S2 Ep15 Stress, breathwork & authentic leadership with Sylvia Keijzer

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: Disrupt Yourself – A Solo Reflection with Angela Scott

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 growth
How discomfort can be a sign you're heading in the right direction
Embracing change with resilience — even when the next step isn’t clear
Creating your own definition of success (not someone else’s)
 
Whether you’re exploring a career transition or simply questioning what’s next, this short episode is a reminder that the most meaningful change often starts with a decision to think differently.

S2 Ep13 Scaling from solopreneur to CEO & the embracing chaos with Susan Goebel

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 Positive disruption & the power of unconventional leadership with Kanika Selvan

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: What Your Biggest Mistakes Reveal – A Solo Reflection with Angela Scot

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 — and what they could unlock for you
How reconnecting with your values can bring clarity, courage, and calm
 
Whether you’re navigating change or just craving more alignment, this short episode offers grounded, practical food for thought.

S2 Ep10 Energy, impact and doing it all with Sara Eklund

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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S2 Ep9 (Season 2 trailer)

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 strip away the jargon and get to the heart of what it means to embrace change.
 
Keywords: career reinvention, leadership, personal growth, professional transitions, business strategy, career coaching.
 
Connect with Angela:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelajscottuk/ 
 
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S1 Ep8: From Farmer to Founder – Chris Baker on Cold Water, Startups & Taking the Road Less Travelled

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 constant evolution. Learning to take responsibility for what I can influence has probably been my biggest change."
 
In this episode of Change Unfiltered, I’m joined by Chris Baker, Founder and CEO of Water Mate™ — a startup focused on building stress resilience through cold water exposure.
Chris’s path has been anything but linear. From a childhood spent on a sheep farm to studying agriculture, and now leading a purpose-led startup, his story is a reminder that change doesn’t wait for the ‘right’ time — and that sometimes, the boldest decisions are the ones that shape us most.
 
In this conversation, we explore:
Choosing between tradition and reinvention — and trusting your instincts
Cold water immersion as a tool for physical and emotional resilience
The unpredictable rollercoaster of early-stage entrepreneurship
How personal loss, optimism, and curiosity fuel Chris’s vision
What it takes to build something real, without a clear map
 
This is a reflective, energising conversation about courage, clarity, and building from the ground up.

S1 Ep7: The 3 Cs of Leadership – Adrian Goddard on Coaching, Culture & Creating Positive Change

"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 broad perspective to leadership. His passion for coaching and community service is evident in how he supports individuals and organisations to grow through challenge and change.
 
In this conversation, we cover:
Adrian’s 3 Cs of leadership: Coaching, Culture, and Communication
What makes leadership feel human — and where it often falls short
Adaptability, personal growth, and leading through uncertainty
Embedding DEI in leadership without making it performative
 
* This episode was recorded early on in the podcast, when I was still exploring different angles on change and leadership.
Adrian’s approach is more structured than some of the more personal stories you’ll hear in later episodes but what grounds this conversation is his genuine commitment to enabling others to grow.
If you’re interested in leadership, communication or culture change, there’s plenty in here to reflect on.

S1 Ep6: Life After Layoffs: How 2 Leaders Rebuilt Work, Identity and Self-Worth - with Jamie McDonnell & Sacha Dekker

“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 Sacha speak to the deeper impact of job loss — not just professionally, but personally when your role has become part of your identity.
We explore:
What really happens to your confidence and identity when a high-level role disappears
Why strong performers can still be blindsided — and what to do next
The unexpected power of values-led decision-making, even when opportunities are limited
How AI is changing the landscape of leadership, learning, and the future of hiring
This episode is for experienced professionals navigating career disruption at a senior level — and asking what it takes to rebuild, not just bounce back.