In this episode, I sit down with Michelle—business coach, entrepreneur, and former police officer with 23 years of service. From working in intelligence and high-pressure agencies to now guiding women through business with grace and strategy, Michelle’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and rising into her next chapter unapologetically.

We dive deep into her journey—how she navigated a male-dominated career, what it meant to constantly prove herself, and how she ultimately chose to walk a different path. These days, she’s co-leading Those Two Sisters alongside her sister Diane McKendrick, helping ambitious women in business create a life where profit and peace coexist.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that no matter how far along we are in one chapter, we always have the power to choose a new one. Whether you’re in the middle of a transition or feeling the nudge to explore something deeper—Michelle’s story will light something within you.

Inside this episode, we explore:

• What it really looked like for Michelle to leave a 23-year policing career and back herself in business
• How skills like communication, leadership, and intuition transferred into her coaching work
• Why partnership and collaboration with her sister became the secret to their growth
• The permission we all need to stop pretending and show up as ourselves
• How Michelle holds space for high-performing women to find more softness, stillness, and success on their terms

Connect + Explore:
Head to Those Two Sisters to learn more about their offerings—from free hypnosis and audio tools to coaching programs and their upcoming book launch on June 14 in Brisbane.

Michelle’s journey is a beautiful example of what becomes possible when you trust yourself enough to pivot. If this episode moved you, share it with a woman who’s ready to redefine success on her own terms. This is what Unapologetically Wild is all about—telling the truth, rewriting the rules, and leading with heart.

Thanks for being here. Keep choosing your wild.

About Kadi
Meet Kadi Sonntag, the unapologetically wild woman leading the charge on living life boldly and breaking free from the limits society tries to set. Born in Maitland in 1992 and raised in Newcastle, Kadi’s love for sports (anything but school!) started early.
From swimming at a national level to competing in high jump at nationals and playing representative basketball, Kadi was always moving, growing, and pushing herself. In high school, she was the sports and school captain, proving leadership comes naturally.
At 19, Kadi took a leap and joined the army, starting as an admin clerk and eventually becoming an army physical training instructor in 2019. She’s served on peacekeeping missions in the Middle East, taken part in exercises in Asia, and now holds the rank of sergeant. Talk about resilience!
When she’s not leading in the military, Kadi’s got her sidekick—her dog Piper—and she’s all about empowering women to tap into their inner strength, unleash their wildest selves, and live unapologetically. Whether she’s playing for the Defence National Basketball Team or sharing her journey on Unapologetically Wild, Kadi is here to help women break free, find their power, and live on their own terms.
Connect with Kadi: @kadi_sonntag