At first glance, former NSW Premier Mike Baird’s career could almost seem pre-determined. He followed his father into politics and quickly established himself as a big name in the Liberal Party. After becoming Premier, he went on to a high-powered role in the banking sector. 

But, since then, Baird has made surprising career calls. Ones that do not line up with the ‘typical’ corporate or political ambition.

In this first part of a two-episode interview special, he speaks with FW’s Helen McCabe about his faith and leadership motivations.
Join the movement to fast-track your professional development. Become an FW Diamond member today.
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At first glance, former NSW Premier Mike Baird&rsquo;s career could almost seem pre-determined. He followed his father into politics and quickly established himself as a big name in the Liberal Party. After becoming Premier, he went on to a high-powered role in the banking sector.&nbsp;
But, since then, Baird has made surprising career calls. Ones that do not line up with the &lsquo;typical&rsquo; corporate or political ambition.
In this first part of a two-episode interview special, he&nbsp;speaks with FW&rsquo;s Helen McCabe about his faith and leadership motivations.
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Leadership takes courage and resilience. Host and founder of Future Women, Helen McCabe shares insights from some of the most influential women on the sometimes complex challenges faced by women on the path to senior leadership. Leadership thought-leaders will inform and at times challenge your thinking on what it means to be leader and advise you on how to build respect and loyalty from your team members. Future Women is a club for women to connect, learn and lead. To find out more go to futurewomen.com

Leadership takes courage and resilience. Host and founder of Future Women, Helen McCabe shares insights from some of the most influential women on the sometimes complex challenges faced by women on the path to senior leadership...

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