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You know there’s more in you, more to explore, more to give, and more to live.
Welcome to The Unlikely Executive Podcast, a bi-weekly show for people who want to make a difference both in their own careers and the world around them. You don't have to be failing to want more. If you are curious about how others have navigated the rocky road to leadership and fulfillment you are in the right place.
This podcast is designed especially for the curious, the ambitious and the slightly nervous!
It is for those who are asking Now what?
Those at a crossroads, those with a desire to step up to the executive table and those who want to feel a sense of ownership in their own career.
Every episode, host Barbra Carlisle, Founder of Glee Coaching Ltd, Accredited Coach, and Business Mentor, brings you candid conversations with people like you who are now leaders making a significant difference.
These are people whose journeys to where they are today were far from textbook. Challenges, self-doubt, and surprising turns all play a part. Yet, they’ve emerged with a sense of purpose, passion, and a desire to contribute positively to our wonderful and complex world.
Through inspiring stories, actionable tips, and heartfelt moments, each guest reveals how they stepped into the unknown, discovered their purpose, and made a difference.
If you’re ready to unlock your potential, challenge yourself, and take steps toward creating the impact you dream of, this podcast is for you.
Subscribe now to start your journey of discovery, and together, let’s build a better future—one purposeful step at a time.
Visit www.gleecoaching.com to learn more.
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Leading Sustainably | Claire Brown | The Unlikely Executive
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Jun 05, 2026 |
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I How to Lead at Pace in Construction & Infrastructure | Roselyn Unegbu | The Unlikely Executive
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May 22, 2026 |
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Life After Redundancy: How Leaders Rebuild & Reinvent Themselves | The Unlikely Executive
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May 08, 2026 |
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A Leader's Journey to Independence | Chris Waine | The Unlikely Executive
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Apr 23, 2026 |
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Finding a Place in a System not Built for You | Leadership & Belonging | The Unlikely Executive
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Apr 09, 2026 |
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From the Bottom to the Top | Colin McEllin | The Unlikely Executive
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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Being Master of Your Own Destiny| Learie Gonsalves| The Unlikely Executive
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Mar 05, 2026 |
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Owning the title CEO| Renee Preston | The Unlikely Executive
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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A fulfilling career in Aviation| Tim Walder| The Unlikely Executive
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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From Geologist to Global Growth: Kathleen Abbott's Leadership Journey | The Unlikely Executive
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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Creating a Blueprint for a Sustainable Future: With Alan Brookes
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Jan 09, 2026 |
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No Linear Path: From Journalist to Charity CEO
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Dec 19, 2025 |
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Opening Up Workforce Opportunities: Connecting Northumberland
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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Building Success Against All Odds: A Journey to Financial Freedom
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Nov 21, 2025 |
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Beyond 9 to 5: Finding Fulfilment in a Second Hustle
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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Leaving to Leading: Trusting your Gut and Business Start-Ups
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Oct 23, 2025 |
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Constructing Compassion: A CEO's Path from Small Team to Major Mission
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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Leading Out Loud: Tree on Neurodiversity in Action
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Sep 25, 2025 |
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Creating Change from Grief: How to Turn Loss into Leadership
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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From Passion Projects to Running a Business
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Aug 28, 2025 |
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A Village of Care: Standing Beside Families in Need
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Aug 15, 2025 |
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Big 4 to Big Change: Natasha's Journey to a Sustainable Future
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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Embracing Creativity: An Appreciation for Art
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Jul 18, 2025 |
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We Are Radical Change Makers: From Barriers to Breakthroughs
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Jul 04, 2025 |
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Changing the Lives of Others
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Jun 20, 2025 |
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Bringing Southport Together: The Devotion Behind the Community
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Jun 05, 2025 |
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Addressing Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
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May 23, 2025 |
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A Transformative Approach to Women's Sport
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May 09, 2025 |
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Beyond Limits: Pushing Past Physical Challenges
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Apr 25, 2025 |
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Driven by Inclusion: Redesigning Mobility
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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Female Empowerment within the Tech Industry
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Mar 28, 2025 |
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From the Pitch to Purpose
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Mar 14, 2025 |
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Turning Grief into Compassionate Leadership| Rob Lapsley | The Unlikely Executive
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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From Admin to CEO: The Motivation for Change
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Feb 14, 2025 |
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Transformation Comes in Many Ways
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Jan 31, 2025 |
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Finding Downtime as a CEO| Marg Ollivier | The Unlikely Executive
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Jan 17, 2025 |
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Pivot for a Passion
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Jan 03, 2025 |