Unstoppable Women

In this episode of Unstoppable Women, Julie Tague speaks with Natalie Montagnani, a business and leadership coach, about career change, burnout, and redefining success.After building a successful marketing agency, Natalie reached a point where her work no longer felt aligned. What followed was a powerful journey through burnout, identity shift, and ultimately a career pivot into coaching and leadership development for women.This episode explores key themes including:Career pivot and reinvention for womenBurnout and recovery from high-performance pressureLeadership identity and personal growthOvercoming self-doubt and “imposter syndrome”Building a business aligned with purpose and valuesIf you’re a female founder, leader, or professional navigating change, questioning your current path, or looking for clarity on your next step, this episode offers practical insight and relatable experience.🎧 Follow Unstoppable Women for conversations on women in leadership, career development, personal growth, and building a life and business that truly fits.

How do you rebuild your self-worth after a toxic relationship?In this episode of Unstoppable Women, I’m joined by Marcelle Jans, founder of the Self Leadership Academy, who shares her powerful story of losing herself in a relationship that slowly became manipulative - and the long journey back to self-trust and self-worth.After divorce, Marcelle stepped back into dating feeling hopeful and ready for a new chapter. But what followed was a subtle experience of emotional manipulation that left her questioning her judgment, her decisions, and ultimately… herself.In this episode, we explore:The signs of a toxic or manipulative relationshipThe psychology of emotional manipulation and gaslightingWhy women often stay silent or ignore red flagsHow to rebuild confidence and trust yourself againAnd the process of self-forgiveness and healing after difficult relationshipsMarcelle shares how this experience shaped her work today through the Self Leadership Academy, where she helps women move from self-doubt to self-leadership - rebuilding confidence, setting boundaries, and reclaiming their identity.If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, questioned your decisions in relationships, or found it hard to move on from the past, this episode will give you both insight and practical ways to start moving forward.

In this episode of Unstoppable Women, Julie Tague speaks with Linda Johnstone, Head of Investment Proposition in global financial services, about leadership, women’s health and learning to work with the body rather than against it.Linda shares her personal journey of building a demanding international career in a traditionally male-dominated industry while privately managing severe menstrual health challenges. After years of painful symptoms, medical dismissal and trying to push through, Linda was eventually diagnosed with endometriosis, adenomyosis and polycystic ovaries – conditions that affect millions of women worldwide.What followed was a powerful shift in how she approached her life and work.Through discovering menstrual cycle awareness and the concept of the four “seasons” of the female cycle, Linda began to understand how energy, focus, creativity and decision-making change throughout the month. Instead of forcing herself to operate in a constant state of productivity, she learned how to align her work, leadership and wellbeing with her natural rhythms.Linda now describes this insight with a powerful reframe:“I’m cyclical, not inconsistent.”In this honest and thoughtful conversation, Linda and Julie explore:• The reality of managing chronic women’s health conditions while working in high-pressure professional environments• Why women’s health is still difficult to talk about in the workplace• How menstrual cycle awareness can support better leadership, productivity and self-trust• The “four seasons” framework and how it can help women understand their energy and performance• Why language and reframing can transform the way women see themselves at workLinda also shares how she is now helping to break the silence around women’s health by speaking openly about endometriosis and creating support networks for other women in her organisation.This episode is a powerful conversation about self-awareness, leadership and redefining what it means to perform at work as a woman.

What if the reason you handle change so well… is because you’ve lived it your whole life?In this episode of Unstoppable Women, Julie Tague sits down with Erica Hodgson – Change Director, creative thinker and global citizen – whose life has been shaped by movement, disruption and reinvention.Born into a military family in the US, raised in Israel during times of war, living independently as a teenager, and eventually building a life and career in London – Erica’s story is one of identity in motion.Together, we explore:• How to flow with change instead of resisting it• Why discomfort is often a growth signal• What it means to belong everywhere – and nowhere• And her powerful metaphor of the snake and the eagleThis episode is for female leaders, founders and anyone navigating transition – personal or professional.Because unstoppable isn’t about never falling.It’s about getting back up – wiser, stronger and ready for what’s next.

When voluntary redundancy landed on her desk after almost 16 years in the rail industry, Emma Somers made a decision most people spend years circling.She chose to leave.In this episode of Unstoppable Women, Emma shares what it really takes to walk away from long service, rebuild your identity, and start again as a founder.We talk about:– Losing a sponsor and feeling suddenly exposed– Leading your team through redundancy while navigating your own– Imposter syndrome and self-doubt– Reinventing your career from the inside out– Designing work that is energetically aligned, not just impressive on paperEmma now runs her own consultancy, working with leadership teams to strengthen trust, connection and performance.This conversation is for any woman facing a crossroads - redundancy, restructuring, burnout or the quiet realisation that security no longer fits.Unstoppable doesn’t mean fearless.It means choosing yourself anyway.

What does it take to stand your ground when staying silent would be easier?In this episode of Unstoppable Women, Julie Tague is joined by Rachael Chadwick-Harrison, CEO and Managing Director of Chadwick Accountants, for an honest conversation about leadership, ethics and choosing values over comfort.Rachael shares her journey of leaving home young, becoming a mother early, and building a career in male-dominated and often toxic environments. She speaks candidly about discrimination, the cost of speaking up, and the defining moments that led her to build a business rooted in fairness, integrity and people-first leadership.Together, Julie and Rachael explore:What it really means to stand your ground at workWhy ethical leadership matters more than titlesHow women navigate sexism without losing themselvesThe difference between traditional success and values-led leadershipWhat legacy looks like when you lift others as you riseThis episode is for founders, leaders, and professionals who know that fitting in isn’t the same as belonging – and who are ready to lead in a way that actually feels right.🎧 Listen now and join the growing Unstoppable Women conversation.

In this episode of Unstoppable Women, Julie Tague is joined by Jess Harman for a powerful conversation about what really happens after life-changing events.Jess shares her experience of post-traumatic growth and why the language of “reinvention” never quite fit. Instead, she explores the idea adjusting how you live, lead and choose what matters, without losing who you are.This is an honest, grounded discussion about resilience, boundaries, identity and finding meaning after challenge. No platitudes. No performative strength. Just real insight into how women move forward when life doesn’t go to plan.If you’re at a turning point, questioning what’s next, or quietly recalibrating your own path – this episode is for you.

We open Season 2 of Unstoppable Women with Sharon Parmar – Chief Heart Officer and CEO of Humanity Works.In this deeply honest conversation, Sharon shares her personal journey through trauma, burnout and identity shift, and how it reshaped her understanding of leadership, resilience and success. From corporate ambition to heart-led leadership, she explores what it really means to recalibrate rather than reinvent – and why human connection is not a “soft” skill, but a critical one.Together, we unpack:Why resilience is built through people, not pressureHow identity shifts can feel unsettling – and why they’re necessaryThe difference between pushing through and recalibratingThe character traits Sharon believes define truly unstoppable womenThis episode also marks the beginning of Season 2’s deeper focus, building on insights from Series 1 and feeding directly into the Unstoppable Women book and live research project, created with Sarah Bar Lev – exploring the shared traits, patterns, and stories of women who move through change with courage and clarity.If you’re navigating change, questioning who you’re becoming, or craving a reminder that you don’t have to do it alone – this conversation is for you. And if you’re feeling called to share your own story, this season is being shaped in real time. There may be space for you to join the conversation – just get in touch.🎧 New episodes weekly.💛 We’re stronger together.

Unstoppable Women is a podcast that celebrates real stories of courage, clarity and reinvention - women who’ve faced turning points and found the power to move forward on their own terms.In this episode, I sit down with Razane Boustany, a Lebanese project manager whose international career in the justice sector has taken her from Brussels to Rome to Qatar. We talk about what growth really looks like - the messy, human kind that happens when life pushes us to stop, reflect and start again.This conversation is full of heart, honesty and perspective. Razane reminds us that transformation often starts in the quiet moments when we finally listen to ourselves.Here’s what we cover:🌍 How travel and culture shape the way we work and see the world⚖️ Why innovation in justice starts by listening to people, not systems🔥 Her experience of burnout and how she found her way through it💬 The power of language and reframing: turning “lows” into “GLOWTH”💫 The importance of surrounding yourself with the right energy and peopleI finished this episode absolutely buzzing. It’s a reminder that the hardest moments often bring the clearest growth - if we’re brave enough to sit in them.If this resonates, come join me for what’s next - the Unstoppable Women book and Series 2 of the podcast.DM me on LinkedIn if you’d like to be part of it.I'm a transformation behaviour coach and the founder of Unstoppable by Design. I help women move from stuck to unstoppable through short, sharp interventions, storytelling and immersive retreats. This series, the upcoming book, and the retreats all exist to help women reclaim their agency and design the next chapter with purpose.If you’d like to work with me 1:1 or explore how I can help you pivot, reset or rise, reach out directly via www.unstoppablebydesign.co.uk

This week, I speak with Jordan Graham, a learning and leadership expert and doctoral researcher at the University of Bath exploring gender diversity in corporate leadership and the talent pipeline of women aspiring to board positions.Jordan’s journey is one of curiosity, courage and quiet confidence - from falling into leadership development “by accident” to shaping global conversations on how women rise.Together, we talk about:💡 The power of serendipity in shaping careers🔥 How to “put doubt in a box” and act before you feel ready🌍 What Jordan’s research is uncovering about women’s pathways to leadership🤝 The importance of mentors, networks and allyship❤️ The guilt many women carry and how to turn it into growthIt’s a smart, inspiring and deeply human conversation about what it really means to be unstoppable - one bold, curious step at a time.

In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with Emily Gallagher, founder of Motherbrand Coaching, to talk honestly about one of life’s biggest pivots - returning to work after maternity leave. Together, we explore identity, comparison, guilt and the power of reframing your story as a mother and professional.Unstoppable Women is part of my Unstoppable by Design movement - a series that shines a light on stories of personal change and the characteristics that help women keep moving forward, no matter what life throws at them. Each episode explores what makes a woman “unstoppable”: her courage, clarity, energy and ability to pivot through uncertainty with purpose.I created the series to connect, inspire and normalise the messy, magnificent middle of personal transformation - the point between where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Whether you’re navigating a career change, rebuilding confidence, or finding your next step after a major life shift, these conversations are for you.This episode marks a new chapter in Unstoppable Women - expanding to feature stories of courage and change from women around the world.💫 If you’ve got a story to share or want to feature in The Unstoppable Book which will highlight 100 women's stories of change and courage, contact me at Julie@unstoppablebydesign.co.uk or connect on LinkedIn.

In this episode, I speak with Meg Waldron, Senior Academic Advisor, Adjunct Professor and Founder of Smart Solutions Tutoring. Based in Virginia, Meg has spent over twenty years helping students find their voice and confidence through education and writing - all while navigating her own pivots as a mother, entrepreneur and leader living with multiple sclerosis.This conversation is part of the Unstoppable Women series - a collection of real, unfiltered stories celebrating women who have navigated transformation with clarity, courage and heart. These are the women I love talking to: women who have faced turning points in life or work and chosen to rebuild with intention.Originally created to spotlight finalists from the Women in Change Awards, the series is now expanding. I'm opening up the conversation to women everywhere who are leading change in their own way - educators, founders, artists, innovators and everyday leaders who’ve found a way to turn disruption into direction.Meg’s story embodies what it means to be Unstoppable by Design - curious, adaptable and quietly courageous. She reminds us that integrity isn’t about doing it all; it’s about doing what aligns.🎧 Listen now to hear how Meg’s blend of resilience, reflection and reinvention has shaped a life of meaningful change.

In this episode of Unstoppable Women, I speak with Chidera Arum, a Nigerian-trained lawyer turned global strategist whose journey has taken her from Nigeria to Geneva, Canada and France.Chidera’s story is one of curiosity, gratitude and resilience. She shares how her parents - teachers, entrepreneurs and farmers - became her superheroes, instilling in her the values of education, hard work and integrity. She opens up about reframing failure as feedback, embracing unexpected career paths, and carrying forward her roots into every new chapter of her life.Her mantra is simple yet powerful: “Life is beautiful and I want to see every part of it.”This conversation is a reminder that being unstoppable isn’t about following a perfect plan. It’s about choosing curiosity, holding fast to your values, and finding beauty even in the hardest moments.🎧 Tune in and be inspired by Chidera’s unstoppable journey.

In this episode I sit down with Laura Magee, Associate Partner at Argon & Co and winner of Change Consultant of the Year. Laura shares her journey through consulting, side hustles and start-ups and the lessons she’s taken from both successes and setbacks. We talk about resilience built on slowing down, the power of community and vulnerability, taking calculated risks with safety nets and why visibility matters for her two young daughters. It’s a rich and inspiring conversation about how to thrive through change at work and at home.The Unstoppable Women podcast is part of my Unstoppable by Design platform. I created this series because I believe women at turning points need to hear and share stories that are real, vulnerable and full of courage. Each episode highlights what makes women unstoppable in 2025 - clarity, energy, resilience and agency, so we can learn from one another and move forward with strength.Unstoppable by Design is my coaching and transformation brand, set up to help women move from stuck to unstoppable. Through 1:1 coaching, digital programmes and retreats, I work with women to unlock their clarity and momentum so they can design a life and career that feels as good as it looks.If you’d like to feature your story on the podcast, explore 1:1 coaching, or join one of my upcoming retreats, I’d love to connect. DM me or email me directly at julie@unstoppablebydesign.co.uk / www.linkedin.com/in/julietague.

In this episode of Unstoppable Women, I speak with Harriet Ashelby, a finalist at the Women in Change Awards for Change Consultant of the Year. Harriet shares her journey of leading transformation at work while navigating the profound identity shift of motherhood. We talk about the power of community - “a room full of women celebrating women”, the boundaries she now holds as non-negotiable and her reflections on presence, letting go and redefining what really matters.The Unstoppable Women podcast series was created to share the real, often messy and deeply human stories of women navigating change. Each conversation is about clarity, courage and agency and about showing that unstoppable doesn’t mean doing it all, it means choosing what counts.This series is part of Unstoppable by Design, the business I founded to help women at turning points in their careers and lives move from stuck to unstoppable. Through tools, coaching, and retreats, I support women to reclaim their agency and momentum, one micro-step at a time.If you’re ready to start your own pivot, join me at the upcoming Unstoppable Women Retreat this October or reach out directly to explore 1:1 work together. Email me at julie@unstoppablebydesign.co.uk or connect via www.unstoppablebydesign.co.uk / linkedin.com/in/julietague

In this episode of Unstoppable Women, I sit down with Rali Malcheva-Ermenkova - or Rali - a Change Compass and transitional coach who helps people turn disruption into transformation. With a background in business transformation consulting, Rali has a rare gift for blending strategic clarity with deep humanity.What struck me most in our conversation was her honesty about motherhood, identity and the way we rebuild ourselves narrative by narrative. It’s a reminder that change isn’t only about the big milestones - it’s about the small, powerful choices we make every day to step into who we want to be.I’m Julie Tague, founder of Unstoppable by Design. I created this platform to help women at turning points find clarity, courage, and unstoppable energy - whether they’re pivoting careers, navigating life shifts, or reclaiming their agency. Through this podcast series, I’m sharing conversations with women who’ve walked those paths, so together we can rewrite what leadership, resilience and transformation really look like.👉 If you’ve ever felt stuck, undervalued, or ready for your next chapter this podcast is for you. Tune in, share it with someone who needs it and let’s build unstoppable momentum together.

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Collins, a leader in higher education and co-founder of the Women in Tech Network at UWE Bristol. Laura’s journey is a masterclass in perseverance - from being the first in her family to go to university, to redefining “failure” as simply taking the longer path, to carving out her place in the tech world as a non-technical leader.What makes this conversation so powerful is Laura’s honesty. She speaks about finding her voice in rooms where she was spoken over, building community so other women don’t have to face the same barriers, and discovering her values through the small sparks of joy in daily life.This isn’t just a story of career success - it’s a story of what it means to lead with authenticity, to stay rooted in your values, and to remind yourself never to count yourself out.I’m Julie Tague, founder of Unstoppable by Design - a movement built to help women at turning points reclaim clarity, courage and energy to move forward. Through my collaboration with Women in Change, I’ve been speaking with finalists from this year’s awards to share the stories behind their resilience. I'd love to hear your feedback!

In this powerful episode, Julie speaks with Rising Star Award winner Monica Calinescu about navigating male-dominated spaces, unlearning the need to fit in, and building confidence from the inside out.Monica shares how therapy, self-reflection, and community helped her stop masking and start leading authentically. Together, they explore the difference between equity and equality, how real change starts with inner work, and why women don't need to climb the ladder to make a lasting impact.Expect honesty, heart, and hope — and a reminder that we thrive when we stop pretending and start showing up as ourselves.🎧 For more on Julie’s work helping women move from stuck to unstoppable, visit www.unstoppablebydesign.co.uk#UnstoppableWomen #Podcast #MonicaCalinescu #WomenInChange #ConfidenceByDesign #EquityInWork

🎙️ Episode 3: Rewriting the Rules with Kelly McCabeIn this punchy, inspiring episode, Julie sits down with Kelly McCabe - founder, change agent and fierce advocate for equity in healthcare. Together, they explore what it really means to challenge outdated systems, lead with purpose and build solutions rooted in lived experience. Kelly shares the powerful story behind founding Perci Health, her bold leap from clinical practice into entrepreneurship and how she’s redefining support for people living with cancer. If you’ve ever felt called to do things differently but weren’t sure where to begin - this one’s for you.💥 Real talk on:Using frustration as fuelDismantling the status quoCourageously backing yourselfDesigning businesses that truly serve🎧 Tune in and get unstuck.

This podcast is for women at a turning point who are ready to reclaim clarity, courage, and energy — on their own terms.Unstoppable by Design is a bold new offer created by Julie Tague to help women move from stuck to momentum through lived experience, sharp insight and action that actually shifts things.What happens when a high-achieving woman in consultancy faces a catastrophic delivery failure - and chooses to lead differently because of it?In this powerful conversation, Julie speaks with Sandra Jowers, Managing Director of Change Science at Proteus and finalist in the 2025 Women in Change Awards (Professional Services category). Sandra opens up about the career moment that shook her confidence and how it became the foundation of her now data-driven, empathy-first approach to transformation.We talk about:Learning from failure without shameMoving from gut feel to fact-based deliveryThe invisible load of motherhood during lockdownHow to lead through frozen states and complexityThe courage to ask for help, speak up, and stay relevantSandra doesn’t just analyse change - she embodies it.🎧 To celebrate our Women in Change partnership, I’m offering 50% off all coaching sessions booked in July. Just DM me or email julie@unstoppablebydesign.co.uk with code WIC50 to claim your session.Hosted by Julie Tague | Founder, Unstoppable by DesignFor more, visit unstoppablebydesign.co.uk💬 Enjoyed this episode?Follow, share, and drop a message - we’d love to hear what landed with you.#WomenInLeadership #ChangeMakers #PodcastForWomen #DataDrivenChange #UnstoppableByDesign #WomeninChange