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 people
I 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 growth
It’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
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🎙️ Episode 3: Rewriting the Rules with Kelly McCabe
In 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 fuel
Dismantling the status quo
Courageously backing yourself
Designing businesses that truly serve
🎧 Tune in and get unstuck.
In this episode of Unstoppable Women I sit down with Caroline Kiunga - a woman who embodies clarity, courage and calm power. From her early career to her current leadership role, Caroline shares how she learned to navigate systems not built for her, trust her instincts and leads without compromising who she is.
We explore what it means to take up space unapologetically, how to stay anchored in your values when visibility increases, and why quiet confidence can be a revolutionary force. If you’ve ever felt like the odd one out or questioned your place at the table - Caroline’s story will remind you that your difference is your strength.
This episode is a must-listen for women ready to reclaim their agency, lean into momentum and lead on their own terms.
As always you can find me at www.unstoppablebydesign.co.uk or via email at julie@unstoppablebydesign.co.uk. Until next time stay grounded, stay brave and keep choosing momentum. You are unstoppable — by design.
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 shame
Moving from gut feel to fact-based delivery
The invisible load of motherhood during lockdown
How to lead through frozen states and complexity
The courage to ask for help, speak up, and stay relevant
Sandra 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 Design
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